Enin M. Modernization discourse of elite groups in Ukraine

The dissertation gives a complex analysis of modernization discourse phenomenon in view of elite groups evolution and functioning for the first time in sociological studies of our country. A model of transformational processes and modernization discourse analysis has been worked out on the basis of modernization theory of methodology through the funnel of three-dimensional approach and procedural factors. An empirical analysis of modernization discourse of elite groups has been carried out on key issues of Ukrainian future state structure. Modernization projects which are produced by elite groups according to their view as for desirable system of the country have been elicited as well as mass support of these projects.