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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.


Brochure & Application Guide

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


  • 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

  • Kishore Kumar François

    Interacting with a diverse group of peers and faculty in the MBA will deepen your understanding of international issues, organizational opportunities…

    Kishore Kumar François, France
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Kurimoto Educational Institute

  • My choice of NUCB Business School as my exchange destination was driven mainly by my longstanding fascination for the Japanese culture and way of lif…

    Kruti Kharod,India
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    IIM Calcutta

  • 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'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.

  • Takeshi Kishigami

    I came to NUCB Business School and my daily lifestyle has changed. I started to think more carefully each and every day by putting myself in an diver…

    Takeshi Kishigami
    Class of 1029 MBA

  • Joken Son

    You can create a network of connections that you would not be able to build anywhere else.

    Joken Son
    Class of 2018 MBA

  • 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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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Studying here has both broadened and deepened my perspective on business. Knowledge and experiences shared with students and faculty who are leaders …

    Monica Chinn, USA
    Class of 2020 MBA
    The Boeing Company

  • Masatoshi Ogawa

    When I learned that the NUCB Business School uses the case method in its class management method to cultivate practical skills, I felt that I could u…

    Masatoshi Ogawa, March 2016 Alumni, Tax accountant office

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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

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

    Riccardo Vegezzi, Italy
    Fall 2025 Exchange

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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…

    Maximo Arozarena,
    Mexico
    Class of 2020 MBA

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 provides an international network full of emerging young talent. The model of the class is pushing participation which will be really usef…

    Mathieu Labro, France
    Spring 2019 MBA
    IT Business Analyst
    Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 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

  • The NUCB Business School is one of the most well-known schools in Japan, and the teaching approach is very appealing.

    Valentin Laigre, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    NEOMA Business School

  • My time here has filled my mind with new ideas. Although we come from different backgrounds, we all share a passion for business innovation.

    Jan Szewczyk, Poland
    Fall 2024 Exchange

  • 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

  • Satoshi Oura

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

    Satoshi Oura
    AIM Corporation

  • Yaoki, Japan

    Classmates are well diversified in nationality, industry, and experience. Hence, I can learn a lot and broaden my perspective.

    Yaoki,
    Japan

  • I chose the NUCB Business School in order to gain a greater insight into Japan's business practices and culture. My family has a coffee business…

    Kendall Kunitake, USA
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    Shidler College of Business, University of Hawai'i at Manoa

  • Won Kwon Kim

    I came to this school eager to improve my business skills and diversify my perspective on the global marketplace. The faculty here helps students exp…

    Won Kwon Kim, South Korea
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Epsilon Bioanalytics Co. Ltd.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Akansha Sampat

    The best part about NUCB Business School was that I came in as a raw individual and left with an entirely different personality. The case method has …

    Akansha Sampat, India
    Class of 2023 MiM

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 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

  • The NUCB Business School is a high-quality school and is a highly ranked business school in Japan. Coming to the NUCB Business School represented a g…

    Leo Primard, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    KEDGE Business School

  • 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

  • Chad Balser

    Networking with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences has been one of the most eye opening and mind broadening opportunities.

    Chad Balser, USA
    Class of 2023 MBA

  • The NUCB Business School was the best school available for exchange to Japan for me.

    Louis Joffroy, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    ICN Business School

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • I chose the NUCB Business School because in addition to its reputation, ranking and important dual accreditation worldwide, it is located in one of t…

    Andrea Idarraga Vanegas, Colombia
    Fall 2017 Exchange Student
    ESAN Graduate School of Business

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Anton Golukhov

    The MBA program at NUCB Business School has been a great opportunity to meet interesting people from different places.

    Anton Golukhov, Russia
    Class of 2024 MBA

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

    Sascha Garson, France
    Class of 2025 MiM

  • The quality of professors and peers is difficult to overstate. I feel both informed and challenged in every class I attend. This couples well with …

    William R. Stull, USA
    Class of 2022 MBA
    Paddock Realty and Property Development
    Co Owner

  • Maya Criales Uribe

    The case method goes beyond academic learning: it personally helped me develop other talents that will be very useful in my professional career.

    Maya Criales Uribe, Bolivia
    Class of 2024 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

  • 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

  • Enriching discussions with people from all over the world gave me a broadened perspective on strategic thinking.

    Pauline L. Amador, Mexico
    Fall 2024 Exchange

  • 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

  • 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

  • Going Abroad is a good experience - Japanese culture is very different than the European culture and Japan is the best choice in Asia. Asia is the pl…

    Sebastien Boval, France
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    KEDGE Business School

  • 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

  • Kavitha, India

    Because Nagoya is a leading economic market, I wanted to do my Master's at the NUCB Business School.

    Kavitha,
    India

  • 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


  • Vera

    The diverse student body brings together a wealth of insights and ideas, and fosters engaging discussions that bring in new perspectives, enriching t…

    Vera, Germany
    Spring 2024 Exchange

  • Rie Tanaka

    The methodology opened the possibility to think about the case problem based on the law, the theory and the case precedent. This is something that I …

    Rie Tanaka
    Double Master

  • 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

  • Claire, France

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

    Claire, France

  • 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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  • 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.

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

    Nicolo Bontempi, Italy
    Fall 2024 Exchange

  • Engaging with brilliant minds representing diverse cultures and perspectives to analyze real life cases has been a great opportunity.

    Abiodun O. Temitope, Nigeria
    Class of 2025 MiM
    Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment

  • In my home school I studied logistics, and I wanted to complement my studies with management skills. The NUCB Business School is a good school to lea…

    Amelie Wipfler, Germany
    April 2017 Exchange Student
    University of Mannheim

  • 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

  • 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


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