Abstract: Innovative training programs, as the core carrier of the practical education system in universities, play an important role in deepening higher education reform. Since 2015, Nanjing Tech University has actively explored management mechanisms in the implementation of the college student innovation training program, forming a relatively complete management model. During the project implementation process, establish a full process control mechanism based on the “student center”. At the same time, incorporating innovation and entrepreneurship credits into the compulsory modules of talent training programs, and creating an academic innovation ecosystem through institutional design. In addition, the comprehensive implementation of the undergraduate mentorship system has provided three-dimensional support through guidance at the forefront of disciplines, training in scientific research methods, and cultivation of innovative thinking, enhancing students'research and practical abilities. Adopting the typical paradigm of innovative talent cultivation centered on “institutional innovation process control achievement transformation”, students'innovation and entrepreneurship abilities have been enhanced, providing a replicable and systematic solution for the reform of practical teaching in higher education in the new era.

Key words: Higher education, Innovative training program, Practical teaching, Talent cultivation, Mentorship system, Innovation and entrepreneurship credits