Abstract. The article reviews the world experience of forming practice-oriented approach to highly qualified specialist training. Particular attention is paid to the approach of National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University to the organization of practical training of students in the framework of the implementation of World CDIO concept. The authors consider the main results of CDIO concept introduction and implementation of practical training of students, problem situations and their solution, as well as possible ways of further development of the educational environment of the University.

Abstract. The article reviews the world experience of the specialist training model for high-tech industries. The focus is made on the approach to organization of training to help students develop enterprisetechnological skills implemented in National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University. The model considers the strategy of scientific and technological development adopted in the Russian Federation and the need of high-tech industries to improve the quality of educational and training programs and training of the personnel to meet the demand of today's environment who are ready to face future challenges and to establish new markets, and creates the conditions for development of entrepreneurial and technological competences.