FICSI-AAK- GUNI Centre of Excellence for Choco Bakery

About the Centre

Aatmanirbhar Bharat through skill development – is one of the transformative Mission of Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's to build the strong nation. 
Resonating deeply, Ganpat University has created a strong path in nurturing Skill based Industry oriented Academics in India during 2 successful decades of the Foundation. By equipping individuals with industry-relevant skills, fostering entrepreneurial innovation, and promoting self-reliance, Ganpat University has developed active Centre of Excellences in campus. 
Centre of Excellence for Choco Bakery is a groundbreaking initiative established through a collaborative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Food Industry Capacity & Skill Initiative (FICSI) and Ganpat University. AAK India Private Limited extended Equipment support for Bakery product manufacturing as part of CSR program. This COE aims to create a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to skilling, upskilling, and reskilling professionals in the bakery and confectionery sector. The Centre embodies the essence of the Skill India Mission by facilitating individuals with industry-relevant skills, fostering entrepreneurial innovation, and promoting self-reliance. 
The Centre of Excellence for Choco Bakery aspires to become a Premier Global Hub for training and innovation focused on skilling, upskilling, and Reskilling both aspiring and seasoned professionals of the industry. By integrating cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and entrepreneurial development, the CoE seeks to revolutionize skill development in the food processing industry

• Training programs are tailored for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, existing bakers, and their assistants.
• Specialized training for trainers and master trainers designed to meet corporate and industry needs.
• The CoE intends to promote and mentor the innovation and venture creation in the bakery sector as Global Incubation centre for Bakery industry
• The CoE envisions to train more than 3000 young professionals every year under this center. 

Collaborative Roles:
FICSI: Under this collaborative venture FICSI Provides curriculum design, assessment tools, certification frameworks, placement support, and guidance on establishing sub-centers nationwide.
AAK: Provided Major equipment for establishment of the Centre.
Ganpat University: Hosts the CoE on its campus, integrates bakery courses into academic programs as electives, manages day-to-day operations, and ensures financial sustainability.
COE at Ganpat University trains the students under Various Skill Courses
•    The students will be trained by NSDC Certified High Quality Trainers at the COE, On completion of the course, they will be Assessed 
This state-of-the-art center is all set to revolutionize education and innovation in the baking and confectionery industry, providing students and professionals with world-class training, cutting-edge research, and industry-relevant skills.
The COE is ready to sell the range of High Quality bakery products under the evocative and premium Brand name of “Saffron Crust… The Baketique Bliss”- emphasizing luxury, heritage, and quality. 
By fostering collaboration between academia and industry leaders like FICSI and AAK India Pvt. Ltd., the CoE aims to empower professionals with globally recognized certifications while driving innovation in bakery products.
This Centre is poised to make a significant impact on the international stage by setting benchmarks in training quality, sustainable practices, and innovation. By nurturing globally competent professionals and fostering cross-border collaborations, it positions India as a leader in the bakery and confectionery industry worldwide. 
In all, the CoE is a trailblazing initiative that unites academia and industry to empower professionals, drive innovation, and set global standards, redefining the future of the bakery and confectionery sector.

Contact US:

Dr Kalpesh Vaghela: 7600 995 104
Mr Parth Patel: 81284 88644