The article considers the peculiarities of application and potential opportunities of information and communication technologies in the process of formation of leadership competence of students of professional higher education institutions at the present stage. It is indicated that in modern conditions information and communication technologies are an integral part of the education system in Ukraine. It is proved that they play a significant role in the formation of leadership competence of students, as they contribute to the disclosure and development of their creative and leadership potential, develop critical thinking, activate cognitive processes, form skills of independent activity, self-presentation, etc. In addition, it is found that the use of information and communication technologies in the educational process contributes to the development of social, communication and organisational skills, selfpresentation skills, etc. It has been found that information and communication technologies also contribute to the development of the personal potential of students, developing their confidence, responsibility, self-discipline, readiness for continuous self-development and self-improvement, perspective vision, willingness to take risks and make responsible decisions. It is noted that information and communication technologies play a significant role in the educational work with students of professional higher education institutions, as they make it possible to optimise the educational process and actively involve young people in it. It is noted that the effectiveness of the use of information and communication technologies for the formation of leadership competence in institutions of professional higher education largely depends on a clear understanding of the place they should occupy in the educational process. It is concluded that the use of information and communication technologies in the training and education of students creates all the prerequisites for the active formation of leadership competence, development of leadership abilities and qualities, and expansion of leadership potential.