Abstract
In the conditions of formation of innovative economy by the main factor of development of its subjects is a scientific and educational potential of society. For the last century of the country has passed some stages, on each of which were not only the features, but also the main driving forces - economic and social, but the general of them were the main tendencies in development of productive forces. At an initial stage the main driving force was production of goods led by the industry. At a new stage the scientific and educational potential of society is more powerful force of social-economic growth, for the raising of effectiveness and competitiveness of economy. This is important factor for the welfare of country and person. Aim of paper: analyze of region scientific and educational potential of Kazakhstan.