The problem related to adequate use of computer technology and the Internet as supporting tools in the descriptive geometry course is arising in connection with the spread of distance learning practice in different disciplines. The analysis of computer tools used for teaching the students of technical high educational institutions in descriptive geometry is offered in this paper. The classification of used computer means according to learning material assimilation has been cited.

In the article the background of the quality assessment model of training Master students is examined. Based on the analysis of foreign experience academic models are structured formed as a result of several factors. The criteria of the formation of the institutional framework for transforming the system of higher education in general and Master training in particular. On the basis of the study the problems of functioning of Master Institute in the Russian Federation are systematized. Indicators of compliance of competencies of Master passport with the competencies of Master program are presented.

The system of training for primary school’s future teacher in the area of control and estimated and diagnostic activity is considered in this paper. A short characteristic of the author´s teaching materials "Technology for Primary School Pupils’ Educational Achievements Estimation" and "Pedagogical Diagnostics in Initial Classes" is given.

Currently, small business in our country is one of the most important components of the market economy. Effective functioning of small businesses depends on the competitiveness of production, as well as the level of economic development of the country as a whole. In the scientific article the financial aspects and the key problems of financing small businesses in the Russian Federation at the present stage of development are discussed. The main trends of the development of small business in the conditions of financial sanctions against the Russian Federation are examined. The authors identify the key features of the relationship of small businesses: specifics of taxation, bank lending mechanism, priority forms of state financial support. The main sources of financing of small businesses are outlined. The volume of tax revenues from small businesses in the context of specific tax regimes is analyzed. Particular attention is paid to the availability of bank lending to small businesses; the analysis of the loan portfolio in the context of the regional structure and the amount of overdue loans is done. According to the results of the study authors suggest the main directions of development and public financial support for small businesses.

The article defines the role of Master institution in the system of higher education in modern Russia. A qualitative analysis of the modern educational trends on Master programs in Russian universities is done. The preferences of employers when selecting the candidates for the various positions are analyzed. The prospects of development of Master education are determined.