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ZBC International

ZBC is one of the largest technical and vocational schools in Denmark, and we have many years of international experience in VET education.  We specialise in applied and professional programs at any level. Our VET programs lead to both highly practical and very technical jobs.

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Who are we?

    • Landmænd bliver undervist på mark

      We prepare the workforce of tomorrow

      Changing the world can mean many things at ZBC: You can change your own world by educating yourself and thereby gaining the job that will give you the life you want.
      Through your education you can also develop and influence the sector you work in and thereby change the world of food experiences, construction techniques etc.
      Therefore, ZBC strives to get our students prepared to change the world by educating the workforce of tomorrow.

    • Gourmetslagter arbejder med udskæring af kød

      Education abroad and Erasmus+

      At ZBC we have many years of international experience - from Erasmus+ KA1 exchange of staff and students’ programs and cooperation to selling educational solutions in foreign countries.

      We offer many of our students the possibility to go abroad e.g. with the Erasmus+ program as exchanges students. Also, our students and staff will meet with exchange students and staff who we welcome at our school.

      In October 2019 ZBC was awarded with an Erasmus+ VET mobility charter - an accreditation and proof of high quality standards in relation to students and staff mobility. 

    • Konditorelever og faglærer arbejder

      We educate for the future

      We always combine craftsmanship with innovation and development, so our students have the capability to do the best job possible and at the same time challenge the traditional way of doing things, so they remain the best in the field.

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      An international experience

      In cooperation with Danish world leading business, we develop programs that prepare the students for the requirements of each country. In many countries we also provide consultancy service e.g. in establishing VET in Africa, India, US, China and the Middle East.

      As an example, we collaborate with partner schools in China, US and Argentina when it comes to students and staff exchanges and development of mutual courses and train the trainer cooperation.

    • Kokke i køkken

      Cooperation with leading businesses

      We have sold courses and food and beverage courses to for example India and have didactic cooperation with leading businesses in India. Among others with the Four Seasons hotel chain for restaurant management.

      In Eastern Europe, ZBC have experience with education exports to both offshore and onshore in regard to our butcher division for example. Our Office of International activities works with institutional partners to provide international opportunities for all students at ZBC.

      Many of our international activities originates from the Danish Meat Trade College.

    Technical and vocational school in Denmark

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    Courses and education

    At ZBC we offer both education for international students and international courses. Our courses are a good foundation for future success. At ZBC we strive to help you develop your individual skills within the chosen course subject. You will be taught by some of the best lecturers in Denmark, with great professional pride. Regardless of which subject you attend, you will be working a lot in the workshop.

    Danish vocational education for international students

    Do you want to be a baker, butcher, chef, gourmet butcher, pastry chef or waiter? Take your education within the world of nordic gastronomy and food at ZBC in Denmark and get a diploma.

    Chef courses

    We offer inspiring chef courses. Get inspiration and new skills from the nordic kitchen with ZBC. 

    Leadership and management

    Learn more about change management, communication and sustainable leadership with our different leadership and management courses. 

    Butcher courses

    At ZBC in Denmark we offer interesting and inspiring gourmet courses in sausage making and sous vide.

    Waiter courses

    With our waiter courses you get inspiration and gain new skills with specialist knowledge from ZBC.

    Bakery and pastry

    At ZBC in Denmark we offer inspiring bakery and pastry courses, where you can gain new skills and knowledge.

    Agriculture courses

    At ZBC we offer innovative agriculture courses. Learn more about trends and how to work with organic production with ZBC.

    Sustainability courses

    Do you want to learn more about sustainability? Take one of our sustainability courses at ZBC in Denmark.

    Are you interested in more ZBC International?

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    Our mission and vision

    ZBC's mission: We educate the future workforce

    ZBC's vision: Education that changes the world


    At ZBC we have four strategic aims that all have this in mind:

    • Work with changing learning environments, where we challenge habits and traditions by exploring new ways of teaching and developing our college in both physical and pedagogical ways
    • A strong focus on quality
    • Our colleges are close to the labour market, and we work closely with all relevant stakeholders in order to provide the best education and supply the workforce with the expertise and skills they need
    • We believe in having a solid supply of courses and therefore strive to have local colleges.

    Read more about our vision and mission here.

    Education in focus

    In Denmark it has for generations stood out clearly, that our future, wealth and prosperity relies on our knowledges and capability to innovate. Education has led to the society we have today and that’s why education is extremely important in Denmark.

    In a society where raw materials are limited, education becomes vital for the development of society, for the individuals and for future generations to build and maintain a society that can ensure a good and contentious life to all inhabitants.

    Education thus becomes the supporting element and a prerequisite for applied knowledge, innovation and research that will ensure the development and the production to ensure and maintain the financing of citizens’ goods and living standards in society.

    The Danish society’s investment in education, innovation and research has paid back many fold, whereas a lack of investment will put a society behind with a long-term negative effect.

    Investment in education, innovation and research thus becomes the decisive ”raw material” in a society where extraction of raw material and production are not naturally occurring.

    The Danish way of education

    Employability is the aim in everything we do at ZBC.

    In Denmark, VET education is dual training in cooperation between companies and schools and that leads to high employability.

    The Danish educational system emphasises independent thinking, each student taking responsibility for his or her own career, project- and group work and creativity. Our VET students can choose to combine high school education with vocational school so that they can continue their studies at university.

    How can ZBC provide excellent training for a promising future?

    The practical experience is what makes our students great. In one of the happiest nations in the world, we teach our students the skills they need for the future through a problem-solving approach.

    Learning and teaching model

    ZBC provides learning experiences that mirror the complex learning and performance found in today’s organisations that meets the labour market demands of tomorrow.

    Our pedagogy and didactic methods are based on individual learning depending on where the student is in the learning process. We use different learning methods, for example blended learning and learning based on teacher and students on the one hand - and we involve the latest technological and digital opportunities on the other hand.

    We teach our students to be successful managers in a globalised world through cooperation in groups and projects.

    Our learning methods are workplace oriented in order to exchange skills related to collaboration so that all our students learn to take independent decisions that are required.

    Our learning methods mean that our students will learn to see the world differently and gain stronger soft skills e.g. like influencing, collaborating-, and thinking adaptively.

    Read more about how we teach at ZBC here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Can I find you on Instagram?

    Of course you can. See examples of the desserts, bread og food we make. Get inspiration to our courses.

    Follow ZBC International on Instagram

    Do you have international online courses?

    Yes, read more about our online courses here. 

    At the international skills course, you will meet very highly educated teachers with extensive experience in teaching Nordic cuisine, bakery and confectionery.

    As a student, through online teaching you will get inspiration for Nordic cooking, sustainability in food production, hygiene courses, how to plan a menu and select wines, sourdough baking and many more options.

    Do you offer international training programs?

    Yes, we offer international tailormade training programs directed at employees in the meat production business. Read more about the training programmes here.

    Do you offer vocational training?

    Yes, we offer vocational training of the food and service industry. Read more about the programmes and how to apply here.

    Why study in Denmark?

    In Denmark, we teach our students to be successful managers in a globalized world through cooperation in groups and projects.

    The students learn taking independent decisions that are required if they want to work international.

    As a successful employee in an international company, it is very important that you can cooperate with other professionals from other parts of the world. It is not enough to know many facts; it is just as important to be able to develop your ideas and knowledge into profitable solutions. At ZBC you learn how to reach your goals through independent decisions and task-based problem solving.

    Why ZBC?

    The leaders of tomorrow must have a global mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit. At ZBC you will not only learn the basic elements of education and political systems around the world. You will learn seeing the world differently and gain stronger soft skills e.g. like influencing, collaborating-, and thinking adaptively. You’ll be challenged to think creatively, be resourceful, and work together with your fellow students in a collaborative learning environment.

    You will learn about networking, and you will learn how to see things differently. It´s not just theory, theory, theory – but a lot more “Hands-on”. That is what makes you better.

    You will learn about conflict management and working with various professional groups.

    Who can I contact regarding your courses?

    International Project Coordinator:
    Nina Hansen
    niha@zbc.dk
    +45 2888 5149

    Who can I contact?

    Contact

    Contact International Department:

    international@zbc.dk

    Contacts:

    Ivan Kousholt, Head of International Relations,  ivko@zbc.dk
    +45 2844 2065 (overseas cooperations)

    Steffen Carlsson, Development Consultant, stca@zbc.dk,
    +45 2844 2007 (overseas cooperations)

    Tina Christoffersen, International Project Manager, tch@zbc.dk
    +45 4172 1079 (Erasmus+ cooperations)

    Nina Hansen, International Project Coordinator, niha@zbc.dk,
    +45 2888 5149 (Erasmus+ cooperations)

    Henni Kanstrup, International Consultant, heka@zbc.dk
    +45 3193 5736 (Erasmus+ cooperations)

    Martin Spuur Nielsen, International project owner, mart@zbc.dk,
    +45 5056 2477 (Erasmus+ KA2 portfolio manager)

    Karen Inge Wahlgrén, International Project Manager, kaw@zbc.dk
    +45 4172 1020 (Projects related to the meat industry)

    You can also visit our Facebook Group 

    What can you do for businesses and students?
    Where can I read more about your international projects?
    How many international programmes do you have?

    International courses

    We offer a wide range of international courses. Read more about them here.

    International online courses

    We offer a wide range of our international courses online. View descriptions on the courses here.

    Vocational training

    We offer vocational training of the food and service industry. Read more about the programmes and how to apply here.

    International training

    We offer international tailormade training programs directed at employees in the meat production business. Read more about the training programmes here.

    International projects

    Have a look at our current international projects