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MBA Osaka

Ranked #1 MBA in Japan for four consecutive years

The Business School offers an internationally accredited MBA that will give you a leg up on your rivals. With campuses in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Marunouchi, anyone with the motivation can become an internationally valuable MBA holder from Japan. For more details, please contact us by requesting information or a consultation.


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Download materials that comprehensively introduce programs of study, employment, and international exchange at the NUCB Business School, as well as materials that introduce in detail the schedule and examination subjects of last year's entrance examinations, a collection of entrance examination questions, entrance examination data, and entrance qualification examination forms.

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MBA Student Voices


  • Youjun Wang

    I want to learn how to run a company and be an innovative global leader through the program. I've been fortunate to meet and study with talents …

    Youjun Wang, China
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Suzuki Motor Corporation

  • Alan Lapira

    Apart from learning more about marketing and international business strategies, the diversity of students enrolled in my program allows me to discove…

    Alan Lapira, France
    Fall 2020 MSc

  • In business, you have to make a series of decisions, and the results will show through the accumulation of these decisions. In order to be able to ma…

    Tsutomu Hirata, March, 2017 Alumni, Bridge Engineering & Construction Co.

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  • An exchange at the NUCB Business School represents a truly mind opening experience through deep-diving into the Japanese culture while simultaneously…

    Nicolas Sans, France
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    University of St. Gallen, Switzerland

  • The NUCB Business School is one of the best business schools in Japan. I came here to learn about different methods of learning and experience learni…

    Basmah Jasim, Pakistan
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    Institute of Business Management

  • Coming from a very remote, developing country in the Pacific – Kiribati – the NUCB Business School provides more prospective opportunities to learn b…

    Teeta Erikate, Kiribati
    Global Leader Program, '18
    MSc in Management

  • Thomas Bendaoud

    The true strength of the program is its teaching method that fosters participation among its students of various backgrounds hailing from all over th…

    Thomas Bendaoud, France
    Fall 2020 MSc

  • Katsuya Yoshimura

    Since what we learn in class is directly applicable to practical work, the confidence we gain in class is directly linked to our confidence in practi…

    Katsuya Yoshimura, March 2018 Alumni, Tax accountant office

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  • An ideal experience to expand your horizons and return to your country with a broader view of the world. With students from all around the globe, l…

    William Roebuck, USA
    Spring 2019 MSc
    Zest Corporation
    International Business Director

  • Iqbal Lintang

    The participant-centered learning model intensifies discussion of real-life business cases and my thirst for knowledge. Communication here flows betw…

    Iqbal Lintang, Indonesia
    Fall 2020 MSc

  • Alejandra Barreda

    Sharing classrooms with students from dozens of countries has allowed me to broaden my worldview, learn from different perspectives, and enrich mysel…

    Alejandra Barreda, Peru
    Spring 2024 Exchange

  • Ritsuko Ota

    Since I have lived my entire life in the media industry, considering my experiences in class brings fresh and stimulating insights. The best part is …

    Ritsuko Ota, Japan
    Class of 2022 MBA


  • I wanted to go to a different country, as much as possible different from France to experiment a different culture. I was looking for good quality co…

    Lucie Wack, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    Audencia Business School

  • Eiko Sugiura

    It is highly attractive to be able to obtain knowledge that is directly linked to my practical business in the field of tax planning.

    Eiko Sugiura
    Accounting firm

  • Hiromu Shitayama

    I became to think about the company entirely, like “what can be done to improve the productivity of the organization?” and “what is required to achie…

    Hiromu Shitayama
    Completed the program in March 2015
    Business advisor at Itsuki Business Partner Co., Ltd.

  • During the two years at NUCB Business School, I systematically learned essential knowledge for managers, such as diverse perspectives, structural thi…

    Emiko Ikeda
    Graduate, March 2024
    Executive Officer, Google Cloud Japan, LLC

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  • It’s been a pleasure collaborating with motivated individuals from around the world, each bringing unique ideas during the class.

    Mohamed Hegazy, Egypt
    Class of 2026 MBA
    Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology

  • Had I stayed in my home country, I would have missed the opportunity to engage with instructors and students from all corners of the world. Through e…

    Matthew Kronick, USA
    Spring 2019 MSc

  • Being part of this community means constantly engaging with ambitious minds challenging conventional thinking and driving innovation.

    Petar Boychev, Bulgaria
    Class of 2026 MiM
    Rema Consult

  • Mona Abdelatif

    Through case method learning and exposure to the global market, I hope to enrich my decision-making and develop a vision for the future of business a…

    Mona Abdelatif, Egypt
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Egypt Japan University for Science and Technology

  • Yoichi Toyoda

    As a person who relied on my instinctive senses to develop my business, I was able to get what I wanted most. It's a great opportunity to learn …

    Yoichi Toyoda
    Graduated September 2019
    VDT Corporation 
    President and Representative Director

  • Claire, France

    This school's greatest strengths are its case method and global presence.

    Claire, France

  • Aries Li

    When you’re interacting with so many interesting people from different parts of the world, it motivates you to learn something new.

    Aries Li, Hong Kong
    Hong Seng Bank
    Fall 2023 Exchange

  • Diverse experiences create an environment that challenges you to grow beyond your limits and view business through a global lens.

    Torben Rabe, Germany
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • Noriko Ishikawa

    We have a wide variety of experiences in each lecture, which provides new awareness so our livelihood is enriched on weekdays, too.

    Noriko Ishikawa
    Toyo Electrical Construction Co., Ltd.
    Class of 2017 EMBA

  • In Peru, Japanese culture has had a great impact since the beginning of the last century. Studying an MBA at the NUCB Business School allows me not o…

    Oscar Diez, Peru
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    ESAN - Graduate School of Business

  • At this school, insights come from everyone--sometimes in the most unexpected moments--deepening your understanding both in and beyond the classroom.

    Sajid Oulhaj, France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Philip, USA

    Looking at different schools in Japan, I found that this school stood out because of its emphasis on a global mindset and developing global leaders. …

    Philip,
    USA

  • Phelokazi Ndlebe

    At NUCB Business School, you come in and you leave different. You are encouraged to think critically and strategically in decision making coupled wit…

    Phelokazi Ndlebe, South Africa
    Eskom Holdings SOC Limited
    Class of 2023 MBA

  • The curriculum of the Global Leader Program offers me the opportunity to attend classes with a very different course structure and content than at my…

    Viktor Winkler, Germany
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management

  • The reason I chose the NUCB Business School is to experience a cultural shock in a place that is as different as possible from Norway.

    Alexander Kristiansen, Norway
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    Norwegian School of Economics

  • Most of my career so far has been in the medical and nursing care industries, but being able to discuss common topics with people from various indust…

    Takeshi Tsuzaki
    Graduated March 2017
    Sanctity Inc.
    Representative Director

  • A comprehensive curriculum focusing on real world business scenarios and problems using the case study method provides a good balance for the student…

    Dhiviya Sri, India
    Class of 2021 MBA
    Global Procurement Planning & Strategy
    Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd.

  • Mikiho Kaneto

    In the lectures given by professors with a wealth of knowledge and experience, students are able to learn not only general management knowledge but a…

    Mikiho Kaneto
    September 2018 Enrollment
    Recruit Marketing Partners Co.

  • Diverse perspectives collaborate to solve real-life business challenges, and ultimately leave the classroom with something truly valuable.

    Bilal, Pakistan
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • The School conveys great international and Japanese business knowledge with professors from all over the world. They do not only bring in practical e…

    Sven Jensen, Germany
    Class of 2021 MBA
    NRW Japan

  • I realized that one casual word has potential to evolve into an idea that has never been thought of before and make new connections.

    Daigo Ito
    Senior Managing Director
    Class of 2018 MBA

  • Aiko Enda

    My classmates and professors are full of enthusiasm and this pushes my motivation beyond imagination. This has been the most interesting experience i…

    Aiko Enda
    Enrolled September 2016
    NTT Business Assoc. Co., Ltd.

  • Adel Zayed

    Japan, Case Method, Diversity. The greatest strength of the program comes from its diverse academic faculty, especially international business execut…

    Adel Zayed, USA
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Cool Penguin Pictures

  • Yoshihide Ando

    As being a managing position in my company, the learning of case method and SME consulting training are very useful in drawing up the mid-long term m…

    Yoshihide Ando
    Completed the SME management consultant course in March 2013
    Representative at Toho Flower
    Co., Ltd.

  • Atsuya Shimizu

    You can engage with a group aiming to be tax accountants working on the front line of society - not just a simple tax accountant. This is very exciti…

    Atsuya Shimizu
    Yamada & Partners Tax Accounting Firm

  • At NUCB Business School, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with highly skilled and motivated people from countries around the world. In the pr…

    Jayson Young, Canada
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • NUCB Business School provides a diverse, influential network for career growth and global opportunities.

    Yuji Kondo, Japan
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • Satoshi Oura

    Having the opportunity to exchange with students in diversified industries has created an unparalleled environment.

    Satoshi Oura
    AIM Corporation

  • Since I was a child I always wanted to come to Japan. I think it is a country you need to visit for more than a few weeks. This exchange program was …

    Johanna Borne, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    NEOMA Business School

  • The NUCB Business School was my first choice - and I am not disappointed! It is an amazing opportunity to get to know students from all around the wo…

    Caroline Chazerain, France,
    Fall 2017 DDP Student
    EDHEC Business School

  • I've chosen the NUCB Business School because it was offering me the possibility to follow lessons given by renowned teachers, meet students from…

    Julien Gennatas, Belgium
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management

  • Going to Japan has been a dream of mine for a long time, so when I had the opportunity to go on an exchange semester, there was no question that I wa…

    Sarah Hearn, France
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    NEOMA Business School, France

  • Piyasanti Tuamsuk

    My educational experience at NUCB Business School has been the most challenging yet most enjoyable I've ever had. Learning alongside such a dive…

    Piyasanti Tuamsuk, United States
    Omnicare Inc./CVS Health
    Spring 2023 MBA

  • The chance to live and learn in Japan, experiencing its traditions and modernity, has been a rewarding aspect of my time here.

    Marie Rebeyrol, France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Hiroko Matsuzaki

    Practical lectures delivered through various kinds of business cases with excellent classmates have driven me to reach new levels.

    Hiroko Matsuzaki
    Graduate, March 2016
    Koji System Solutions Co.

  • Shrestha Thakuma

    Diversity among the students here has helped me in better understanding business practices in different parts of the world.

    Shrestha Thakuma, Nepal
    Class of 2026 MiM

  • Professors here welcome discussion of our experiences, and the resulting exchanges I have had with other students have been precious to my growth.

    Yann R., France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Hiroto Goya

    In the class, the teacher pointed out things that everyone takes for granted when speaking in front of an audience, such as not showing your back to …

    Hiroto Goya, Mar. 2016 Alumni, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.

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  • Keisuke Hiraiwa

    I feel that the elements of behavioral economics have elements that can be adopted little-by-little in business.

    Keisuke Hiraiwa
    Enrolled April 2015
    Pfizer, Inc.

  • I always wanted to come to Japan since I was a child and the NUCB Business School was one of the choices offered at my home school. This was the one …

    Domitille Holik, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    KEDGE Business School

  • Takashi Kunisu

    It was an invaluable experience to find an environment where I could engage in serious, friendly competition with my schoolmates from various careers…

    Takashi Kunisu, Completed the course in September 2016, Working for the financial institution

  • As I have been working for a foreign-capital company, the practical and global decision-making which I could obtain from the voluminous case methods,…

    Yoshiaki Saka
    Completed the program in September 2018
    Sales director at an automotive-related foreign-capital company

  • Xie

    Here, you are not only learning from your past experiences, but also experiences from successful entrepreneurs in the future.

    Xie, China
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Athicha Horiguchi

    The School provides a globally-ranked MBA program through which I could broaden both my interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. It's connected m…

    Athicha Horiguchi, Thailand
    Spring 2021 MSc

  • My MBA journey catalyzed my growth as a thought leader, equipping me with strategic insights, critical thinking, and a global perspective.

    Nosipho Lindelwa Malope, South Africa
    Class of 2025 MBA
    Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

  • Tomoe Nakagawa

    It was a valuable experience to be in an environment where I could compete seriously with other students with various careers. I have learned there a…

    Tomoe Nakagawa
    Completed the program in September 2017
    Working for a major consulting firm

  • At the NUCB Business School, I met some of the people who influenced me the most in my life, forming bonds that will last for a lifetime. Overcoming …

    Stefano Puma, Italy
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    Nova School of Business and Economics, Portugal

  • Doctors also need management skills. While taking classes, I am always looking for tips on how to provide new medical services.

    Hiroaki Aoki
    Sep. 2017 Completed
    Juntendo University
    Physician

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  • Lorenzo Shokri

    The people who come to enroll here are all somewhat visionary, and everyone knows everyone. It’s a tight knit community which I love to the core.

    Lorenzo Shokri, Italy
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • In the age of VUCA, the ability to come up with the best answer within a limited time and many constraints is required, and the NUCB Business School …

    Kazushige Sakai
    Enrolled April 2019
    Toyota Motor Corporation
    Chief Accountant / U.S. Certified Public Accountant

  • The case method is incredibly rewarding, as it allows me to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and gain practical insights.

    Fael Nabti, France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Christian Parraga

    When deciding on a Master's degree program, it was important that the professors have practical experience. Through the program here, I hope to …

    Christian Parraga, Ecuador
    Class of 2022 MBA

  • A wide diversity of demographics contributes to a stimulating environment of sharing and learning through case method.

    Setitaia Chen, Tonga
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • Mariko Hiraiwa

    Through learning and discussions with professors and peers with diverse backgrounds, I have broadened my perspective on things. By thinking about the…

    Mariko Hiraiwa
    Mar. 2019 Completed
    Accenture Co.
    Strategy & Consulting

  • Zhikai HE

    This program is famous for its innovative approach to stirring critical and creative thinking. I hope to gain knowledge essential for a rapidly evolv…

    Zhikai HE, China
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Atotech Chemicals Ltd.

  • Chie Ando

    I enrolled at the NUCB Business School, and I keep asking myself, "What would I do if I were a manager?" I ask myself every day. Through di…

    Chie Ando
    Enrolled September 2019
    Major automotive parts manufacturer
    Employee

  • Irina Sofía Cueva

    It is imperative that education transcends mere memorization and repetition, instead fostering critical thinking, decision-making skills, and collabo…

    Irina Sofía Cueva, Argentina
    Spring 2024 Exchange

  • Charlene S. Opinion

    Analyzing real-world business scenarios to develop and present solutions enable us as students to be creative and effective future business leaders.

    Charlene S. Opinion, Philippines
    Ookuma Hospital
    Class of 2025 MBA

  • Anna Tracy Mendy

    The case method provides me great insight to personalize learning from top global businesses and business leaders. These new perspectives will positi…

    Anna Tracy Mendy, Gambia
    Class of 2022 MBA

  • Mamoru Ichihara

    We have the chance to constantly be inspired by the attitudes of students from various industries that are striving for their respective goals.

    Mamoru Ichihara
    Yanagawa Tax Accounting Firm

  • Experiencing Japan and its culture has been my dream for several years and this dream came true for one full year thanks to the NUCB Business School.…

    Celia Woehrel, France
    Fall 2017 DDP Student
    ICN Business School

  • The opportunity to study here and immerse myself in a multi-cultural environment has been a very instructional, eye-opening and character shaping exp…

    Rim Lemchachti, Morocco
    Class of 2020 MBA

  • Diana Abubikerova

    It has been great to become friends with like-minded people who have similar goals and values, as well as have fruitful discussions with them during…

    Diana Abubikerova, Russia
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Nadia Ait Belkouhia

    Studying at NUCB Business School has truly been an enriching and transformative experience. This journey has not only equipped me with the skills I n…

    Nadia Ait Belkouhia, Morocco
    Lear Corporation
    Class of 2024 MBA

  • Yoko Fujimoto

    I was pleasantly surprised to find that what I had intuitively felt in practice was systematized and established through the co-creation that took pl…

    Yoko Fujimoto
    Enrolled April 2019
    Pfizer Japan Inc.
    Executive Officer

  • I am from the Czech Republic and Japan has a very different culture than my home country. The NUCB Business School has great diversity of students an…

    Tomas Hovorka, Czech Republic
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    University of Economics, Prague

  •  Xiang Li

    Studying here has motivated me to work harder every day to be better than I was yesterday. I feel that my ability to think, interact, and make decisi…

    Xiang Li, China
    Class of 2022 MBA

  • I've met some amazing students representing different industries and professors with a good mix of both academic and practical knowledge. Both o…

    Mark Hosang, USA
    Class of 2020 MBA
    Sr. Manager of Enterprise Services & Security, IT Division
    Randstad K.K.

  • Kouhei Yamamoto

    My experience at NUCB Business School cultivated three invaluable attributes within me: knowledge, taking action, and being a person.

    Kouhei Yamamoto, Japan
    Major Foreign Automotive Parts Manufacturer
    Class of 2023 MBA

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  • After one year at the NUCB Business School, I have the impression that my horizons have been broadened: I learned a lot from working with students fr…

    Agathe Verro, France
    Fall 2017 DDP Student
    EDHEC Business School

  • The diversity of NUCB Business School professors--their mindsets, and their experiences--was incredibly valuable for my personal growth.

    Nicolo Bontempi, Italy
    Fall 2024 Exchange

  • NUCB Business School not only enhances your professional growth but also enriches your personal development.

    Riccardo Vegezzi, Italy
    Fall 2025 Exchange

  • Etsumi Sugeno

    My professors and peers have inspired me to solve critical business problems and challenged me to look at as many perspectives as possible. The progr…

    Etsumi Sugeno, Japan
    Class of 2022 MBA
    OYO Technology & Hospitality Japan, K.K.

  • When I was looking for exchange opportunities, my heart went directly to Japan because of its rich and different culture from Europe. The NUCB Busine…

    Quentin Baert, France
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    Burgundy School of Business

  • Emi Kataoka

    While sitting in the middle of a lecture one day, I realized that I was surrounded by excellent business people. My desire to step-up resulted in my …

    Emi Kataoka
    Class of 2018 MBA
    MetLife Life Insurance Co., Ltd.

  • Simon Peter Cook

    I sought the opportunity to participate in courses taught using the case method, which is not available at other Japanese graduate schools. I am alre…

    Simon Peter Cook, UK
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation

  • Agata

    You can fulfill potential even you yourself weren't aware you had. Case method challenges you to think differently and look at the issues from w…

    Agata, Russia
    Class of 2024 MiM

  • A diverse range of backgrounds and experiences leads to fascinating discussions of how businesses operate within different countries.

    Jason Zhao, United States
    Class of 2026 MBA

  • Izen Toyota

    I look forward to lectures as I prepare for them, wondering what new perspectives the professor and classmates will have. It's hard to balance w…

    Izen Toyota
    Enrolled April 2020
    Microsoft Japan Co.
    Account Technology Strategist

  • Besides its internationally accredited program and interactive case method style learning, the school also offers networking opportunities with the f…

    Ossama Elssalih, Sudan
    Class of 2020 MBA

  • Reiichi Murakami

    As a working doctor with only a monthly salary, I was tormented by a sense of crisis when I realistically thought about taking over my family's …

    Dr. Reiichi Murakami
    Graduated March 2016
    Murakami Shinmachi Hospital 
    Vice President

  • I have never been to Japan before this experience, but its culture has always fascinated me. I chose the NUCB Business School not only for this reaso…

    Valerio Di Girolamo, Italy
    Spring 2018 Exchange Student
    LUISS Business School, Italy

  • Case method allows students to explore new perspectives while strengthening core competencies and critical thinking.

    Sascha Garson, France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • Be it Japanese or global companies, the case study method simulates a business environment and situations to introduce established business framework…

    Solomon Njie, Gambia
    Class of 2021 MBA


Advantages


  • Scholarships for both international and domestic students

    Apart from support from governmental and non-governmental organizations within Japan, students from overseas may receive scholarships provided by the School. All programs at our institution are accredited by MEXT and enrollees with working visas receive government benefits.

  • Ranked #1 in Japan by the Financial Times

    The success and diversity of our MBA graduates has been highly evaluated, and we are the only institution in Japan to be ranked in the MBA rankings by the Financial Times, one of the world's most influential ranking publications.

  • 100% case-based lectures provide management experience

    The case method is used in all classes, using the latest business cases as teaching materials. By simulating managerial decision-making based on hundreds of diverse cases, students are able to enhance their practical management skills.



Osaka Campus

Ranked No. 1 in Japan by FT, the only MBA for professionals in Osaka with both AMBA and AACSB International accreditation can be achieved at the Osaka Campus established for professionals pursuing MBAs. The Osaka Campus offers a wide range of MBA courses for those interested in awakening their global ambitions.



7F Grand Front Osaka Knowledge Capital 3-1 Ofuka Kita, Osaka Japan