Core Viewpoint - The increasing popularity of civil service exam preparation ("考公") among college graduates has led to a surge in various training programs, raising concerns about their effectiveness and legitimacy [1][2][3]. Group 1: Training Programs and Costs - Many students are investing in civil service exam training, with costs for interview training programs reaching up to 9,800 yuan for an 8-day course, and 23,800 yuan for a "guarantee course" that offers partial refunds if the student fails [2]. - Training programs vary in price based on location and exam type, with small group classes typically costing around 10,000 yuan per week, while one-on-one tutoring can exceed this amount [2]. - The quality and legitimacy of these training programs are inconsistent, with some institutions operating without the necessary educational licenses, which raises concerns about regulatory compliance [2][3]. Group 2: Refund Policies and Student Experiences - Some training institutions promise full support and refunds if students do not pass the exam, but many students report difficulties in obtaining refunds, with delays and unresponsive staff being common issues [3]. - Students express mixed feelings about the effectiveness of these training programs, with some believing they provide valuable insights into exam formats, while others feel they may lead to overly formulaic responses [3]. Group 3: Alternatives and Recommendations - Students often prefer commercial training programs over university career services, citing a lack of practical job-seeking skills offered by their schools [4]. - Experts recommend that students be cautious of contract pitfalls and misleading advertisements when selecting training programs, and suggest attending trial classes to assess the quality of instruction [4]. - There is a call for improved public employment services and better integration of career guidance within universities to reduce reliance on commercial training services [4][5].

来自陕西西安市的章同学曾在两年前的毕业季参加了50余家单位不同岗位的招聘，其中包含公务员、事 业单位、高校、央国企等。章同学表示，"我最想去的岗位是公务员岗。一方面是因为比较稳定，另一 方面选拔过程比较公平。各个地区的公务员考试只要时间上不冲突，我都会去参加。" 在"考公"热潮的推动下，五花八门的"考公"培训也成了热门。许多读者告诉记者，在"考公"的过程中曾 花钱报班参加辅导。 "'考公'培训分为笔试和面试两种，笔试可参考的资料较多，可以通过自学掌握。而面试更多依靠线下 面对面的经验传授，所以大多数同学会在通过笔试后报名面试培训班，与之相应地，面试培训班价格也 更贵。"章同学说。 在某"考公"辅导机构的"面试集训营"的宣传海报上，记者看到：8天面试培训课程的价格为9800元，另 外还有定价为2.38万元的"协议课程"，如考不上则退回1.7万元。福建厦门市的王同学曾在某"考公"辅导 机构做过面试辅导兼职。他告诉记者，"面试培训班多数是8至10人的小班集训，收费会根据不同地区和 考试类型有所调整，一般是一周1万元左右，热门考试类型会更贵些。也有全程一对一的辅导，价格就 不止1万元了。" 面对高昂的价格，"考公"培 ...

Core Viewpoint - The competitive ratio for the 2025 national civil service examination is approximately 65:1, reflecting the ongoing trend of increasing interest in civil service exams in China, which has significantly boosted the performance of companies like Huatu Shanding in the non-degree training sector [1][6]. Company Performance - In 2024, Huatu Shanding achieved a revenue of 2.833 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 1046.34%, with non-degree training contributing 98.54% of the total revenue [1][3]. - For the first quarter of this year, Huatu Shanding reported a revenue of 827 million yuan, a nearly 20% increase year-on-year, and a net profit of 121 million yuan, up nearly 70% [2][4]. - The company’s face-to-face training generated 2.467 billion yuan in revenue, while online training and other services accounted for 167 million yuan [5]. Market Dynamics - The number of candidates for the national civil service examination has reached 2.586 million, with a recruitment plan of 39,700 positions, indicating a growing demand for civil service exam training [6]. - The training market for civil service and related examinations is projected to reach 50.5 billion yuan by 2026, with specific segments for civil service, public institutions, and teacher qualification exams expected to grow at compound annual growth rates of 11%, 8%, and 14%, respectively [6][7]. Competitive Landscape - The civil service training market is characterized by oligopolistic competition, with Huatu Shanding, Zhonggong Education, and Fenbi holding significant market shares [8]. - Huatu Shanding's gross margin for non-degree training was 54.46%, slightly lower than Zhonggong Education's 59.66% and Fenbi's 57.9% [8]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has invested heavily in AI research and development, with R&D expenses reaching 199 million yuan in 2024 and 36 million yuan in the first quarter of this year, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 511.6% [9]. - Huatu Shanding has established a robust teacher and staff training system, which is considered a core competitive advantage in the civil service training sector [9].