Bangkok--Mar 14--Aziam Burson-Marsteller
The Office of Vocational Education Commission in cooperation with Big C Supercenter PCL, has opened the annual on-site training program for vocational teachers to enhance teaching skills and qualities in vocational training, particularly in the retailing field.
Mr Jareon Pakdeevanich, Deputy Secretary-General of the Vocational Education Commission said at the program opening ceremony, "This initiative is designed to enhance retailing-oriented teaching skills for teachers in vocational educational institutes. This will open up their outlook on retailing while upgrading teaching talents in the retailing area."
The on-site training program will take place from March 14 until March 22, 2005 with a total of 150 teachers from Bangkok and upcountry joining the
program.
"Established in 2002, the on-site training program is a collaborative
effort between VEC and Big C Supercenter. It has been held for four consecutive years to enable teachers who are in retailing-related fields gain more education and experience, making them better-prepared for current situational changes while boosting educational efficacies in the vocational area," added Jareon.
Thomas M. Nielsen, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Big C
Supercenter PCL said, "Big C realizes the importance of teachers as people resources who play a major role strengthening the knowledge and skills of students, while ensuring a complete range of talents and the best preparation for their further careers. The development of students' capabilities to meet market standards and current demand is largely attributable to teachers who will build a solid educational foundation for their students. Today, retailing is growing significantly and rapidly in Thailand. Future demand for highly qualified people in the retailing field will be substantial. This retailing-related on-site training program for vocational teachers will provide in-depth knowledge and talents, allowing the participants to apply the insight they acquire to their teaching systems while promoting real pragmatism."
Program activities include practical experience in diverse areas at several Big C stores and training by Big C Supercenter professionals of many
departments who have a wide range of skills and experience in various fields.
"In addition to this teacher training program, Big C Supercenter recently
introduced the bilateral vocational education management project designed to educate vocational students about the retailing business. Several Big C stores are deployed as practical sites," concluded Thomas.
For further information, please contact:
Satida Sritunyathorn or Waraporn Somboonwanna
Aziam Burson-Marsteller
Tel. 0 2252 9871 End.