MBA Osaka

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

• 2020/11/17

Mamoru Ichihara
Yanagawa Tax Accounting Firm

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 management strategy with management team.

• 2000/02/01

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

When deciding on a Master's degree program, it was important that the professors have practical experience. Through the program here, I hope to gain curated insights from experts in their respective fields.

• 2021/05/16

Christian Parraga, Ecuador
Class of 2022 MBA

This institution is a global hub for learning and discussing innovative ideas, while connecting and building relationships with experienced and promising talents from Japan and from around the world.

• 2021/04/29

Amar R, Canada
Class of 2020 MBA
Program Director
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation

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 in Hawaii and many of our customers are from Japan. I plan to run the family business after completing my MBA and I wanted to increase my understanding of Japan's language, culture, and business practices so I can better serve our customers. I've even thought that one day, I may expand the family business into Japan!

• 2018/01/05

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

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

• 2024/06/11

Anton Golukhov, Russia
Class of 2024 MBA

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

• 2020/11/16

Daigo Ito
Senior Managing Director
Class of 2018 MBA

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

• 2020/11/16

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

My educational experience at NUCB Business School has been the most challenging yet most enjoyable I've ever had. Learning alongside such a diverse student body and creating new friendships and networks has enriched my life experience tremendously.

• 2023/07/30

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

Through learning and discussions with professors and peers with diverse backgrounds, I have broadened my perspective on things. By thinking about the essence of things, I feel that my life as well as my work has been enriched.

• 2020/08/03

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

Coming from a lecture-style university, This school changed my view of how education works. I really enjoyed group and class discussions where learning is mostly achieved through your peers.

• 2023/07/30

Maxime Ferreira Rodrigues, France
Fall 2022 Exchange

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 home institution HHL. That way, it is a perfect complement to my Master studies in Germany. The case based study method which stimulates class discussions is a very good way to learn about new concepts and strategies of business leaders while it offers the chance to gain insights from the manifold backgrounds and experiences of the students themselves.

• 2018/01/05

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

The case method provides me great insight to personalize learning from top global businesses and business leaders. These new perspectives will positively influence whatever stage a person is in their career.

• 2022/02/16

Anna Tracy Mendy, Gambia
Class of 2022 MBA

The School provides a globally-ranked MBA program through which I could broaden both my interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. It's connected me to great people with fresh and varied perspectives on businesses that will be valuable for my future career.

• 2021/05/15

Athicha Horiguchi, Thailand
Spring 2021 MSc

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

• 2024/06/11

Shrestha Thakuma, Nepal
Class of 2026 MiM

The School conveys great international and Japanese business knowledge with professors from all over the world. They do not only bring in practical experiences, but also come with a connection to Japan to give the students insights from different angles. Mixing with students from various countries has really helped me to get a global perspective.

• 2021/04/20

Sven Jensen, Germany
Class of 2021 MBA
NRW Japan

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

• 2020/11/17

Claire, France

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, which is a characteristic of the learning at NUCB Business School, as well as Harvard Business School, is very much useful for the further improvement of my skill. In addition, learning at NUCB Business School which has international accreditation can equal the experience of learning at the business schools abroad with international accreditation.

• 2017/10/27

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

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.

• 2024/06/11

Lorenzo Shokri, Italy
Class of 2025 MiM

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 world, and I feel like I learned a lot during my time in Japan.

• 2018/07/11

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

A comprehensive curriculum focusing on real world business scenarios and problems using the case study method provides a good balance for the students to hone their management capabilities for Japanese business environment, at the same time preparing them for the global market.

• 2021/04/29

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

When I was looking for exchange opportunities, my heart went directly to Japan because of its rich and different culture from Europe. The NUCB Business School was my best opportunity in Japan to enhance my leadership and business skills thanks to a great variety of courses and top class professors.

• 2018/01/05

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

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 fosters this ability. Being able to learn how to think in a way that can be applied to any situation, rather than the only answer based on knowledge, has been a great asset for me.

• 2020/09/02

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

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

• 2024/06/11

Xie, China
Class of 2025 MiM

This program is famous for its innovative approach to stirring critical and creative thinking. I hope to gain knowledge essential for a rapidly evolving business world and strengthen my ideas by learning from my peers and professors.

• 2021/05/16

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

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

• 2020/11/16

Keisuke Hiraiwa
Enrolled April 2015
Pfizer, Inc.

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 most incredible students from all across the world and have been able to, through them, learn and grow while forming deep meaningful relationships and expanding my network. The "Frontier Spirit" resonates deeply within me.

• 2021/05/15

Siphosethu Makananda, South Africa
Class of 2022 MBA
Eskom SOC Limited

I've chosen the NUCB Business School because it was offering me the possibility to follow lessons given by renowned teachers, meet students from all over the world and, experience a totally different lifestyle here in Nagoya.

• 2018/01/05

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

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

• 2020/11/16

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

At NUCB Business School, you come in and you leave different. You are encouraged to think critically and strategically in decision making coupled with real-life problem solving skills that anchor an innovative ethical business leader in society.

• 2022/02/16

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 work and study, but I can feel myself growing with each subject, and it's a meaningful time that leads to a brighter future.

• 2020/07/24

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

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 career change.

• 2020/11/16

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

Japan, Case Method, Diversity. The greatest strength of the program comes from its diverse academic faculty, especially international business executives who can bridge the gap between western business culture and Japanese business culture. This global perspective is precisely what will help me progress toward my career goals in an interconnected world.

• 2021/05/15

Adel Zayed, USA
Class of 2022 MBA
Cool Penguin Pictures

I was pleasantly surprised to find that what I had intuitively felt in practice was systematized and established through the co-creation that took place in the classroom, and I was captivated by the courses at the NUCB Business School.

• 2019/11/10

Yoko Fujimoto
Enrolled April 2019
Pfizer Japan Inc.
Executive Officer

The true strength of the program is its teaching method that fosters participation among its students of various backgrounds hailing from all over the world. This leads to meaningful interactions that are priceless in the current business landscape, developing my acumen for doing business on a global scale.

• 2021/05/16

Thomas Bendaoud, France
Fall 2020 MSc

It's a natural environment to think with everything that you do and create an atmosphere for discovery. The faculty inspires students' ambition with knowledge and skills.

• 2020/11/17

Hiroya Mizuta
Graduate, March 2016
Toyota Motor Corporation

The participant-centered learning model intensifies discussion of real-life business cases and my thirst for knowledge. Communication here flows between teachers and students, and students with one another, providing a complex, multifarious, and captivating flow of exchange in each class.

• 2021/05/15

Iqbal Lintang, Indonesia
Fall 2020 MSc

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 industries has broadened my perspective. I have also been able to evaluate my company objectively, and its actual performance has been improving.

• 2017/11/02

Takeshi Tsuzaki
Graduated March 2017
Sanctity Inc.
Representative Director

You can broaden your horizons as you learn through friendly competition with people from various professions.

• 2021/05/16

Naoko Iwata
Class of 2022
Iwata Tax Accountant Office

In the lectures given by professors with a wealth of knowledge and experience, students are able to learn not only general management knowledge but also management philosophy, providing an environment in which they can grow as human beings. Discussions among students with diverse values and backgrounds helped me to broaden my thinking and to develop friendships that will last even after graduation.

• 2020/07/29

Mikiho Kaneto
September 2018 Enrollment
Recruit Marketing Partners Co.

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 could not have achieved by simply studying for the certified tax accountant examination.

• 2020/11/17

Rie Tanaka
Double Master

Studying here has both broadened and deepened my perspective on business. Knowledge and experiences shared with students and faculty who are leaders from diverse backgrounds, as well as with local communities, will continue to be valuable for years to come.

• 2021/04/29

Monica Chinn, USA
Class of 2020 MBA
The Boeing Company

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 diversified environment.

• 2020/11/16

Takeshi Kishigami
Class of 1029 MBA

Because, Nagoya is a leading economic market, I wanted to do my Masters here, at the NUCB Business School.

• 2020/11/17

Kavitha,
India

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 the challenges posed by the different culture and a new learning approach was much easier with the support of my fellow classmates.

• 2018/07/07

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

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, learning from the exchange of experiences and differing approaches to business will be an invaluable tool to have during your career.

• 2021/04/29

Maximo Arozarena,
Mexico
Class of 2020 MBA

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 around the world.

• 2021/05/15

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

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 learn management and get some new insights and perspectives.

• 2017/06/20

Amelie Wipfler, Germany
April 2017 Exchange Student
University of Mannheim

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 that I have made friends from various backgrounds who study with me.

• 2021/05/15

Ritsuko Ota, Japan
Class of 2022 MBA

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

• 2022/02/16

Chad Balser, USA
Class of 2023 MBA

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

• 2024/04/09

Aries Li, Hong Kong
Hong Seng Bank
Fall 2023 Exchange

The School provides an international network full of emerging young talent. The model of the class is pushing participation which will be really useful in my business career. Classes also give me a taste of a huge variety of business topics to understand where I fit and what I need to improve.

• 2021/04/29

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

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

• 2017/06/20

Valentin Laigre, France
April 2017 Exchange Student
NEOMA Business School

It is imperative that education transcends mere memorization and repetition, instead fostering critical thinking, decision-making skills, and collaborative abilities. The opportunity to engage with professionals from around the globe significantly enhances my educational experience.

• 2024/06/11

Irina Sofía Cueva, Argentina
Spring 2024 Exchange

Be it Japanese or global companies, the case study method simulates a business environment and situations to introduce established business frameworks whilst allowing for the exploration of new ideas needed in the organizations of tomorrow. I have enjoyed being a part of that experience.

• 2021/04/29

Solomon Njie, Gambia
Class of 2021 MBA

Coming to the NUCB Business School is a great opportunity to experience the Asian culture and I am looking forward to work in a Japanese company in the future.

• 2017/06/20

Viacheslav Inzerovm,Russia
April 2017 Exchange Student
Lomonosov Moscow State University Business School

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

• 2020/11/16

Joken Son
Class of 2018 MBA

My professors and peers have inspired me to solve critical business problems and challenged me to look at as many perspectives as possible. The program provides a wealth of experience with exchanging ideas and shaping them into solid solutions that can be practically implemented in organizations.

• 2021/05/15

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

I chose the NUCB Business School because in addition to its reputation, ranking and important dual accreditation worldwide, it is located in one of the most powerful economies in Japan which is Nagoya. Here there is a multicultural experience that we can live in every class, sharing the same classroom with people whose background and culture is totally different than in South America would help me to develop new skills and new ways of doing business around the world.

• 2018/01/05

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

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 from so many different countries in the world, I met inspiring people and I got the chance to travel around Japan.

• 2018/07/11

Agathe Verro, France
Fall 2017 DDP Student
EDHEC Business School

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

• 2017/06/20

Louis Joffroy, France
April 2017 Exchange Student
ICN Business School

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

• 2020/11/17

Satoshi Oura
AIM Corporation

Interacting with a diverse group of peers and faculty in the MBA will deepen your understanding of international issues, organizational opportunities, and business challenges. As a generation of change leaders, you will develop a leadership attitude that considers diverse perspectives and societal needs in order to foster a sustainable, diverse, and inclusive world.

• 2021/05/15

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

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 learning from different cultures. Life in Nagoya is perfect! I wouldn't want to go back.

• 2018/01/05

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

I've met some amazing students representing different industries and professors with a good mix of both academic and practical knowledge. Both of these will undoubtedly be key to my success in my future career.

• 2021/04/28

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

An exchange at the NUCB Business School represents a truly mind opening experience through deep-diving into the Japanese culture while simultaneously being exposed to classmates from a broad range of nationalities.

• 2018/07/07

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

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 reason but also and above all for its international reputation and the quality of its programs. Here I have the opportunity to get in touch with many colleagues from all over the world who have contributed to enrich this experience not only from a professional point of view but also human.

• 2018/07/11

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

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.

• 2017/06/20

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

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 management.

• 2020/11/16

Yusuke Masai
Graduate, March 2017

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 a very positive influence on a person in their career.

• 2024/05/11

Akansha Sampat, India
Class of 2023 MiM

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 and concise so my point was understood by the audience.

• 2024/06/11

Stéphanie Mercier, Canada
Spring 2024 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 and that is very important for me.

• 2017/06/20

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

Apart from learning more about marketing and international business strategies, the diversity of students enrolled in my program allows me to discover others' points of view and open my mind.

• 2021/05/16

Alan Lapira, France
Fall 2020 MSc

Spiced with great peer interactions, challenging professors, and world-class facilities, the multidisciplinary MBA program is allowing me to widen my network with talented professionals from all over the world. The case method is the best teaching method to get the most out of the 4-day classes.

• 2021/05/15

Nils Anderlind, Switzerland
Class of 2021 MBA
Deloitte Consulting AG

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 achieve that?”, rather than about the individual way of work. Not only the improvement of my own skill, it is one of the attractive points of NUCB Business School that I could meet the companions who I can keep company with for my entire life.

• 2017/04/29

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

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

• 2020/11/17

Yaoki,
Japan

The diverse student body brings together a wealth of insights and ideas, and fosters engaging discussions that bring in new perspectives, enriching the overall learning experience.

• 2024/06/11

Vera, Germany
Spring 2024 Exchange

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 courses so the NUCB Business School was my first choice.

• 2017/06/20

Lucie Wack, France
April 2017 Exchange Student
Audencia Business School

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.

• 2020/11/17

Philip,
USA

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 from many different countries. Student diversity opens the mind and encourages deeper consideration of case studies.

• 2021/05/15

Youjun Wang, China
Class of 2022 MBA
Suzuki Motor Corporation

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 place to work in the future and the NUCB Business School has a very attractive offer and is open to foreign countries.

• 2017/06/20

Sebastien Boval, France
April 2017 Exchange Student
KEDGE Business School

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 wanted to do it in Japan. I chose the NUCB Business School as it is a top ranking school in Japan and offers a teaching method which is very different to the one in my home university.

• 2019/07/31

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

At NUCB Business School, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with highly skilled and motivated people from countries around the world. In the process, I have also learned a great deal about my own ways of thinking and working.

• 2024/06/11

Jayson Young, Canada
Class of 2026 MBA

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 are things I cannot achieve despite my best efforts, but at the same time have discovered my own assets which I value and can improve upon. Now, I continually challenge myself to something new, making the best contribution to my business which, as someone who has obtained the SME management consultant qualification and MBA, I am now able to do.

• 2017/06/07

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

It was an invaluable experience to find an environment where I could engage in serious, friendly competition with my schoolmates from various careers in a strict but fun environment. I learned that there are things that I cannot catch up with even if I try hard, but on the other hand, I was able to find strengths that I need to develop, which has become an asset for me.

• 2017/05/26

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

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 discussions with many different people, I learned to accept different standards of judgment and values, and gained life experience at a very fast pace. It's been the most fulfilling experience I have ever had.

• 2019/11/10

Chie Ando
Enrolled September 2019
Major automotive parts manufacturer
Employee

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

• 2020/11/17

Eiko Sugiura
Accounting firm

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 exposure to new mindsets and ways of thinking, I was able to accelerate my professional development.

• 2020/09/15

Matthew Kronick, USA
Spring 2019 MSc

Studying at NUCB Business School has truly been an enriching and transformative experience. This journey has not only equipped me with the skills I need to advance in my career but also helped me discover my true potential to make a meaningful impact in the business world.

• 2024/05/29

Nadia Ait Belkouhia, Morocco
Lear Corporation
Class of 2024 MBA

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 class.

• 2024/06/11

Diana Abubikerova, Russia
Class of 2025 MiM

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 medical corporation. In an age when users choose medical institutions, an MBA can be a great weapon.

• 2019/07/05

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

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 classes given by excellent professors, but also receive tremendous input from my classmates who are active in various fields. I believe that I have found a place where I can truly grow.

• 2019/11/15

Yukiko Kitajima
Enrolled September 2019
Taisho Pharmaceutical Co.

My choice of NUCB Business School as my exchange destination was driven mainly by my longstanding fascination for the Japanese culture and way of life. And the Global Leader Program combines that exposure with a great mix of students from across the world.

• 2018/01/05

Kruti Kharod,India
Fall 2017 Exchange Student
IIM Calcutta