On Friday, the Moravian-Silesian Technological Academy (MTA) took part in the Graduation Project Fair organized by the Secondary Industrial School and Business Academy in Bruntál (SPŠOA Bruntál). The event focused on bridging the gap between schools and employers, offering valuable insights into the quality and direction of vocational education.
Real Projects for the Real Market
Students showcased their graduation projects directly to representatives from regional companies. The goal of the event was to demonstrate how education at SPŠOA Bruntál is aligned with the real needs of the labor market. In each vocational field, projects were evaluated by industry professionals, and the best works were awarded.
In the entrepreneurship category, the winner received a special prize from MSIC—financial support to kickstart their own business idea. This reflects the school’s ongoing efforts to foster entrepreneurial thinking among students.
MTA’s Involvement: A Vision for the Future of Education
The event also included a presentation by Jan Meca, Chairman of the Board at MTA, who introduced the vision for innovating vocational education in the Moravian-Silesian Region. In his speech, he invited companies to collaborateon the creation of educational modules and contribute to the modernization of teaching practices.
Examples of Participating Companies
Several prominent regional companies were represented at the event, including:
All Invest, Styroprofile, Osram, Honeywell Aerospace, and many more.
Their representatives not only evaluated student projects but also engaged in discussions with the school and MTA about future collaboration opportunities.
The Graduation Project Fair in Bruntál was not just a showcase of student work—it was a powerful example of how linking vocational education with industry is a meaningful path forward.
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