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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
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.
MBA Student Voices
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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 -
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.
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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 -
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 -
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
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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
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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
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
This institution is a global hub for learning and discussing innovative ideas, while connecting and building relationships with experienced and promi…
Amar R, Canada
Class of 2020 MBA
Program Director
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation -
Coming from a lecture-style university, This school changed my view of how education works. I really enjoyed group and class discussions where learni…
Maxime Ferreira Rodrigues, France
Fall 2022 Exchange -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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.
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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 -
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.
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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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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
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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 -
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
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Through case studies, in addition to the knowledge of frameworks, I am able to gain new perspectives and awareness.
Sotaro Takahashi
Spring 2020 MBA
Pharmaceutical company -
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.
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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
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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 -
What I felt when I enrolled in the NUCB Business School was that I could not only acquire knowledge of frameworks, finance, and accounting through cl…
Yukiko Kitajima
Enrolled September 2019
Taisho Pharmaceutical Co. -
Having the opportunity to exchange with students in diversified industries has created an unparalleled environment.
Satoshi Oura
AIM Corporation -
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 -
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
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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 -
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 -
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 -
I hope to develop as an exceptional global leader by getting equipped with tools to deal with rapid change and navigate complexity. I have met the mo…
Siphosethu Makananda, South Africa
Class of 2022 MBA
Eskom SOC Limited -
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
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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
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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 -
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 -
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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Because, Nagoya is a leading economic market, I wanted to do my Masters here, at the NUCB Business School.
Kavitha,
India -
As I learned more about management, I began to understand how to think from a manager's perspective.
Kazumi Sai, March 2017 Alumni, Medical Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry
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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. -
The NUCB Business School was for me the first choice. Lessons are not just about memorizing. Teachers with impressive backgrounds are constantly enco…
Veronika Davidova, Czech Republic
Spring 2018 Exchange Student
University of Economics, Prague -
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
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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. -
It's a natural environment to think with everything that you do and create an atmosphere for discovery. The faculty inspires students' ambi…
Hiroya Mizuta
Graduate, March 2016
Toyota Motor Corporation -
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 -
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. -
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 -
The interactions that are at the root of the case method have enabled me to identify and let go of my biases. This has also taught me how to be clear…
Stéphanie Mercier, Canada
Spring 2024 Exchange -
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
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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 -
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 -
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. -
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 -
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, LLCREAD MORE
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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
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You can broaden your horizons as you learn through friendly competition with people from various professions.
Naoko Iwata
Class of 2022
Iwata Tax Accountant Office -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
This school's greatest strengths are its case method and global presence.
Claire, France
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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 -
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. -
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 -
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
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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…
Maximo Arozarena,
Mexico
Class of 2020 MBA -
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 -
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. -
Classmates are well diversified in nationality, industry, and experience. Hence, I can learn a lot and broaden my perspective.
Yaoki,
Japan -
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 -
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
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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 -
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 -
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 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 -
The people in the discussion group are from various industries and various job positions. You need to be logical and plain when expressing your opini…
Kosuke Ueda, Completed the program in September 2017, Working at a major IT company
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By using the case method, I realize that I can acquire practical knowledge and a strong sense of know-how by putting myself in the shoes of top manag…
Yusuke Masai
Graduate, March 2017 -
Spiced with great peer interactions, challenging professors, and world-class facilities, the multidisciplinary MBA program is allowing me to widen my…
Nils Anderlind, Switzerland
Class of 2021 MBA
Deloitte Consulting AG
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I chose this institution because I wanted to take in a new culture, develop career opportunities, and hone my language skills. Through the program, I…
Cathrine Akpanya, Ghana
Class of 2022 MBA
Lex Larutiss
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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 -
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 -
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
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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
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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 -
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 -
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 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 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 -
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
Advantages
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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.
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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.
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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