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Alumni Voices
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
#1 Ranked, Triple-Accredited Programs in Japan
Our programs bring together professionals working in Japan and international students from all over the world. With an MBA curriculum taught over weekends and MSc programs taught on alternating sets of weekdays, you can tailor your studies to fit your professional or personal schedule. Whether you're based in Japan or arriving from abroad, you can make the most of your time at NUCB Business School and earn a globally recognized MBA or MSc.
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.
Information sessions and individual consultations conducted in English
Information Session Events
The admissions team regularly holds info sessions in Japanese and English throughout the year, both online and in person. Please find a listing of sessions conducted entirely in English below and sign up in advance. Program-specific content may vary depending on the target audience, but all interested in either program will have the opportunity to learn about our school, ask questions, and request an individual consultation immediately afterward.
Advantages
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Support for international & domestic students
Apart from support from governmental and non-governmental organizations within Japan, international students from overseas may receive scholarships provided by the School. All programs at our institution are accredited by MEXT.
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Ranked #1 in Japan by QS and 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 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.
Consultation
MBA & MSc information sessions are held monthly in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Individual consultations are also available at any time, so please feel free to apply. Regardless of your preferred type of consultation, an English-speaking admissions counselor will provide the information you need on demand.
- How do I start an MBA?
- I want to know if an MBA is useful for my job.
- I would like to hear from people who have obtained an MBA.
- How can I balance my MBA and work?
- I would like to know what preparations I need to make before entering the MBA program.
We hold an open Q&A session at the end of our information session events, which are regularly held several times a month and answer the most common questions from prospective applicants. Before making an individual consultation request, we ask that you attend one of our information sessions, where you can learn all you need to know, and likely other things you didn't think to ask about!
Alumni Voices
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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 -
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 -
Enriching discussions with people from all over the world gave me a broadened perspective on strategic thinking.
Pauline L. Amador, Mexico
Fall 2024 Exchange -
Frontier Spirit means embracing a diversity of ideas, inspiring me to think beyond boundaries and shape a global vision for the future.
Bruno Anufer, Argentina
Fall 2024 Exchange -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
My experience here has been enriched by peers from all over the world and the many case studies we've been able to explore together.
Moïra Mouton, 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 -
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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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 -
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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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 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 -
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. -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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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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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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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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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 -
Because Nagoya is a leading economic market, I wanted to do my Master's at the NUCB Business School.
Kavitha,
India -
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 -
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 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
NUCB Business School not only enhances your professional growth but also enriches your personal development.
Riccardo Vegezzi, Italy
Fall 2025 Exchange -
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. -
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. -
You can create a network of connections that you would not be able to build anywhere else.
Joken Son
Class of 2018 MBA -
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 -
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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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 -
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 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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
Diverse perspectives collaborate to solve real-life business challenges, and ultimately leave the classroom with something truly valuable.
Bilal, Pakistan
Class of 2026 MBA -
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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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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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 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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 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 -
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 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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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. -
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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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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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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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 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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A wide diversity of demographics contributes to a stimulating environment of sharing and learning through case method.
Setitaia Chen, Tonga
Class of 2026 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 -
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 -
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. -
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