Employment and Talent Development - As of August 31, 2023, the Group has cultivated approximately 400,000 high-quality technical talents for society[9] - The employment rate of the Group's schools is among the highest in each province, with continuous improvement in high-quality employment rates[9] - In the 2023 financial year, high-quality employment reached a new high, with over half of the 2023 graduates from Yunnan School and Central China School retained for employment after internships at the 301 General Hospital of the People's Liberation Army[27] - The Group's Guizhou Technology and Business Institute was included in the cultivation unit of Guizhou Province's "14th Five-Year Plan" College Establishment Plan[20] - Continuous training on interview skills and resume enhancement for graduates has strengthened their confidence and competitiveness in the job market[27] - The employment rate of graduates has exceeded 95% for three consecutive years at certain institutions[38] - The Group has been recognized as a top 50 university in national graduate employment by the Ministry of Education[38] - The initial employment rate for the 2023 graduates from the Group's schools reached 90.65%[75] - The proportion of graduates with high-quality employment accounted for 24.7%, with a 67% year-on-year increase in employment at top companies[75] - The Group established employment bases in key regions and collaborated with 1,109 enterprises, providing over 22,000 high-quality job opportunities[72] - The Group's initiatives led to 100% employment for graduates with employment difficulties for three consecutive years[72] - The Group's high-quality employment strategy has led to significant improvements in student satisfaction and employment outcomes[91] - The Group implemented 88 optimization measures related to employment services and curriculum design, resulting in an 8% increase in graduate satisfaction[118] - The satisfaction rate of current students increased by 7.2%, and faculty and staff satisfaction rate increased by 8.1%[118] Educational Quality and Recognition - The satisfaction of students and teachers has significantly enhanced, indicating effective experiential work[29] - The Group has organized "Wonderful Class" competitions for 14 consecutive years, significantly improving students' learning effectiveness[26] - The Group's Yunnan Technology and Business University was awarded the "Employability Training Base for National College Graduates"[20] - The Group's schools have been recognized with multiple awards, including "Top 50 National Employment" and "Top 100 Typical Cases of Employment and Entrepreneurship of College Graduates in China"[9] - The Group's vocational schools have unique characteristics in industry-education integration, such as the only national college specializing in refractory materials[106] - Students achieved 3,421 awards in various competitions, including 419 at the national level and 40 top awards[68] - The Group's affiliated schools achieved significant improvements in student learning outcomes through the Wonderful Classroom competition, enhancing teaching quality[96] - Teachers from the Group's schools won a total of 291 awards in various teaching competitions, including 175 awards in top competitions recognized by the Ministry of Education[99] Financial Performance - Total revenue increased by 11.7% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to owners of the parent rose by 13.4% year-on-year[62] - Revenue from tuition and boarding fees reached RMB 2,119.1 million, up 10.3% from RMB 1,921.7 million year-on-year, driven by centralized school operation advantages[143][148] - Gross profit increased by 7.4% to RMB 806.0 million, with a gross profit margin of 38.0%, down 1 percentage point from 39.0% in the previous year[145][150] - Net profit attributable to owners of the parent was RMB 703.3 million, reflecting a 13.4% increase from RMB 620.0 million in the previous year[141][142] - Adjusted net profit attributable to owners of the parent was RMB 727.5 million, up 10.1% from RMB 661.0 million year-on-year[141][142] - Profit before tax increased by 13.1% to RMB 845.9 million, compared to RMB 747.6 million in the previous year[164] - Net profit for the year ended August 31, 2023, was RMB 703.3 million, an increase of 11.6% from RMB 630.2 million[165] Investment and Development - Investment in school operations reached RMB250 million, focusing on the construction and renovation of teaching facilities and upgrading campus networks[64] - Teacher investment grew by 11%, with a 29% year-on-year increase in the number of dual-qualified teachers[64] - The Group established 51 modern industrial colleges and 991 off-campus practice bases, benefiting over 50,000 students[68] - The Group has established collaborative training models with over 1,000 enterprises, creating 51 modern industrial colleges and 991 off-campus practice bases[86] - The Group's investment in faculty costs increased by 11% year-on-year, enhancing the quality of teaching staff and educational resources[92] - The Group's capital expenditures were RMB 745.7 million, primarily for the construction of school buildings and facilities, and the purchase of equipment and software[182] Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships - The Group has established partnerships with several prestigious schools in Southeast Asian countries[53] - The Group initiated strategic cooperation with Zhaopin, offering more than 800,000 job opportunities for students[72] - The Group is committed to integrating ESG principles into its development and has initiated cooperation with KPMG to enhance its ESG standards[78] - The Group aims to maintain stable performance growth and abundant cash flow while creating long-term value for investors[82] - The Group aims to create high-quality educational opportunities, focusing on high-quality teaching, employment, and student experiences[132] - The Group is committed to integrating ESG principles into its operations, ensuring stable financial growth and sustainable development[133] Student Enrollment and Structure - The total number of students in the Group's schools for the 2023/2024 academic year is approximately 140,000, with a 2.7% year-on-year increase in new students[88] - The proportion of undergraduate students among the total student population increased by 3.4 percentage points, indicating an optimization in student structure[88] - The Group has significantly increased the proportion of cross-province admissions, enhancing brand competitiveness and expanding enrollment in economically developed areas[128] Government Policies and Support - The Opinions issued by the Chinese government emphasize the establishment of a vocational education college entrance examination system to enhance the integration of vocational and general education[200] - The government encourages the establishment of more market-oriented majors in vocational education to align with national strategies[200] - Local governments are tasked with promoting enterprise participation in vocational education, integrating it into industrial development plans and providing various incentives[200] - The Group's subsidiaries are encouraged to innovate in school-enterprise cooperation mechanisms and deepen educational reforms[200]
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