A recent summit focused on pastry and baking vocational education collaboration between France and China was successfully held by Omick, a brand under CHINA EAST EDU (00667.HK). The event aimed to deepen international development in the sector, build bridges for sharing high-quality vocational education resources, and promote the standardization and internationalization of China's baking vocational education.
Mr. Emmanuel LORIOT, Consul General of France in Shenyang, led a French delegation to the event. They engaged in in-depth discussions with the Omick Chinese team on core topics including talent cultivation, the implementation of international curricula, and support for study abroad and employment. Conducted under strict international exchange standards, the forum sought to transcend regional limitations, integrate top-tier teaching resources from home and abroad, and establish efficient, long-term cooperation platforms to inject new momentum into the international development of China's pastry and baking vocational education.
On-Site Review and In-Depth Dialogue on Curriculum Implementation
During the exchange, the French delegation conducted a field inspection of key teaching areas such as classrooms, practical training facilities, and the curriculum system. This provided a comprehensive, firsthand look at the daily implementation of the Sino-French cooperative courses. The inspection focused on the operation of the international collaborative curriculum jointly developed by Omick and France's Lenôtre Institute. Discussions covered how the curriculum is adapted to China's vocational education context, localized optimizations, and the execution of practical training. Both parties expressed high recognition for the current nationwide achievements of the Sino-French baking vocational education partnership.
At a dedicated cooperation symposium, the two sides held extensive discussions on crucial issues including the international upgrade of pastry and baking vocational education, deeper integration of Chinese and French courses, resource linkage among national institutions, cultivation of high-end baking talent, and the expansion of school-enterprise international cooperation. Both parties unanimously agreed to continue deepening their long-term strategic partnership, optimize a nationally applicable international baking curriculum system, and refine talent development models to enhance the quality of China's baking vocational education.
Keynote Address Outlines Vision for International Culinary Education
In his address, Consul General Emmanuel LORIOT fully affirmed the longstanding cooperative achievements. He noted that this collaboration successfully introduces authentic French artisanal techniques and advanced teaching philosophies into China's vocational education system, building a vital bridge for cultural and educational exchange. He emphasized that this is not merely a transfer of skills but a dynamic practice in the international development of vocational education, providing an excellent platform for Chinese youth to access French pastry arts. He encouraged participating students to cherish the opportunity, deepen their expertise, refine their skills, and grow into high-end baking professionals with both professional competence and an international perspective, wishing the Sino-French vocational education cooperation continued deepening and fruitful outcomes.
Practical Insights Empower Students' International Pathways
French representatives hosted a special sharing session on study abroad planning in France, titled 'Sino-French Artistry.' This session provided comprehensive, practical guidance on studying baking in France for both online and offline attendees nationwide. The sharing focused on three core areas: the advantages of studying in France, campus life overseas, official support policies for international students, pathways for professional advancement, and career development prospects. The content was detailed and highly professional. An interactive Q&A session was also held to address specific student queries regarding application procedures, academic studies, and overseas career development, effectively empowering baking students across the country to plan their international growth paths and receiving unanimous praise from all attendees.
Deepening International Ties to Lead High-Quality Development
The successful conclusion of this summit marks a significant milestone for Omick's nationwide institutions in advancing the internationalization of vocational education and sets a benchmark for innovation in China's baking vocational education sector.
Moving forward, leveraging its deep strategic cooperation with the Lenôtre Institute, the group will continue to integrate global cutting-edge teaching philosophies, advanced practical training systems, and premium industry resources. It aims to optimize a nationally unified curriculum system and establish a complete educational pathway encompassing "domestic training + international深造 + high-salary employment." Furthermore, it will deepen transnational vocational education exchanges, resource sharing, and joint talent cultivation to broaden student development paths. Through its international educational capabilities and professional training system, the group is committed to nurturing more high-quality pastry and baking skilled talents that meet industry demands and align with international market standards, thereby propelling China's pastry and baking vocational education towards a new, higher-quality, and higher-level international stage.
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