1, established at different times: 104 cadre school was established at 1949, and May 7th cadre school was established at 1957.

2. Different training targets: 104 Cadre schools mainly train senior cadres, such as members of the Central Committee and the Politburo; On the other hand, the May 7th Cadre School is mainly for grassroots cadres, such as county party committee secretaries and factory directors.

3. Different training contents: 104 The training contents of cadre schools are mainly to improve political theory and leadership ability; The May 7th Cadre School pays more attention to the cultivation of practical experience and skills.

4. Different training methods: 104 cadre schools adopt centralized training, and students study in schools; On the other hand, the May 7th Cadre School adopts decentralized training, and students study in off-campus internships. 104 cadre schools and May 7th cadre schools are both important parts of political movements in the history of Chinese mainland.