KOSME to Open Nationwide Training Centers for One Month: "Open to All"

From July 14 to August 14

The Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) announced on July 9 that it will open its nationwide training centers to the general public for one month, from July 14 to August 14.

KOSME will implement the concentrated opening of its training centers for the first time in order to increase the utilization of public training facilities and strengthen connections with local communities. The six training centers to be opened are located in Ansan (for SMEs and startups), Taebaek (Gangwon), Cheonan (Chungcheong), Gwangju (Honam), Gyeongsan (Daegu-Gyeongbuk), and Jinhae (Busan-Gyeongnam). However, the Gangwon Training Center in Taebaek will be open only to small and medium-sized enterprises and their employees.

During the concentrated opening period (July 14 to August 14), the number of users allowed will be increased so that more members of the public can access the facilities, and small gifts will be provided to visitors. All facilities at the training centers, including lecture rooms, auditoriums, sports fields, and dormitories, will be available for use.

Previously, the centers were operated mainly to meet the educational needs of companies and organizations. However, starting this year, under the slogan of "Gonggam Training Center: Sharing and Inspiring for the Public," KOSME has expanded access so that the general public can use the facilities at reasonable costs. Applications to use KOSME training centers can be made through the official website.

Cho Hankyo, Executive Director of Human Resources Development at KOSME, said, "The Gonggam Training Center is evolving beyond a simple educational facility into an open space where anyone can relax and feel a sense of connection. We will continue to improve our facilities so that, through this summer's concentrated opening, we can take another step closer to local communities and the public."