DOSHISHA UNIVERSITY

KYOTO JAPAN

Doshisha Business School

GLOBAL MBA
Masters Degree Program, Global Business and Management Studies

Doshisha Global MBA

Beyond Business As Usual

Message from the Director

Established in 1875, Doshisha University is widely

independent Global MBA (Global Business and Management

Our aim is to prepare future business leaders who are willing

recognized as one of Japans top comprehensive universities,

Studies) program in 2014 with a bolstered dedicated faculty

and able to respond effectively to the emerging needs of

with a distinguished history of education based on founder

and expanded course offerings. Sharing the vision of our

the increasingly diverse groups of people participating in

Joseph Hardy Neesimas philosophy of education guided

universitys founder, we strongly believe that companies and

the global economy. The Doshisha Global MBA program

by conscience. Doshisha Business School (DBS) opened in

businesspeople must strive not only for financial success, but

offers a unique experiential MBA to students willing to work

2004, following a long tradition of successful Kyoto-based

also to make a positive social contribution to the world in

in partnership with professors and local and multinational

global corporations such as Omron, Kyocera, Shimadzu,

which we live.

business leaders when exploring - and challenging -

and Nintendo. Our English-language Global MBA was

traditions and trends in global business and management.

inaugurated alongside the schools Japanese MBA in 2009,

With a focus on sustainability, the Doshisha Global MBA

and following five successful years was strengthened as an

guides students to explore and enquire beyond the established

Doshisha Business School is located in the beautiful and

boundaries set by established theories and practices of global

historic city of Kyoto, within Japans Kansai region

business and management to look beyond business as usual.

(centered around KyotoOsakaKobe). Set in picturesque

As they grow into global-minded leaders, students will not

natural surroundings, Kyoto offers an exciting blend of

only cover the breadth of standard MBA core subjects, but

traditional and modern, with 17 UNESCO World Heritage

also develop deeper insights from the programs three focus

sites, various artistic and spiritual pursuits, a safe and fun

areas, and hone their analytical prowess through our programs

nightlife, and much more. The Kansai region is also the

research thesis component.

industrial heart of Japan, with a large number of manufacturers

and numerous R&D centers and high-tech science parks. We
encourage students to capitalize on being in this special place
with its historic network of innovative and creative industries.

People Hold The Key

Since its inception, a striking feature of the Doshisha Global
MBA program is the diversity of the people who make our
program special. The students we work with come from a wide
variety of backgrounds and during their studies can collaborate
with colleagues from over 30 different countries. We welcome
applications from aspiring and inspiring individuals regardless
of gender, ethnicity, religion, or nationality.
If youre seeking a career boost and would like to make a
difference through business, take a good look at the Doshisha
Global MBA (Global Business and Management Studies)
program. We look forward to hearing from you.

Mari Kondo
Program Director

Welcome to the Doshisha Global MBA

At Doshisha we apply our universitys traditional emphasis
on education guided by conscience to the challenges
and opportunities of todays world to provide a business
education that will prepare you to manage successfullyand
make a differencein the business environment of the 21st
century.
Joseph Hardy Neesima, the founder of Doshisha University,
believed that both intellectual education and education
of the soul are needed to make a person a true man. In
business education this means not just teaching business
knowledge, but also helping students develop skills and
competencies that will help them apply business knowledge
in ways that have a positive impact on society, safeguarding
the ability for future generations to develop their lives and
careers.
Our location of Kyoto is home to some of the worlds oldest
companies and is an ancient center for schools of religious
thought and practice that, through processes of international
trade and education, continue to influence Western
conceptualizations of sustainability and mindfulness in
global management practice. Our Global MBA program is
designed to build on these traditions and re-invigorate their
relevance to the study of global business and management.
On top of a solid foundation in the core business subjects,
you can design a program to match your interests by
choosing from a full menu of courses and program options,
including our three special focus areas of Sustainability
and Green Business, Culture and Creativity, and Business
in Asia. You will also build strong leadership and
communication skills, and sharpen your ability to think,
research, and write analytically and strategicallyqualities
that employers look for in an MBA. Another unique program
feature is the chance to study Japanese, take some classes
in our Japanese MBA program, and interact with a range of
businesses based in Kyoto and the Kansai region.
If you are looking to advance your career, and to help make
the world a better place, then we are looking for you. Come
and join us at Doshisha Business School. I look forward to
meeting you!

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Program Highlights
Global MBA Focus Areas
The Global MBA offers three innovative focus areas designed to match the demands of 21st century business.

Sustainability and Green Business

There is no question that the number one challenge facing humanity today is preserving the
health of our planet, and that business has a huge role to play in doing that. MBA programs
the world over are making green business a central pillar of their curricula, and Doshisha is
no exception.
Drawing on Kyotos legacy as birthplace of the Kyoto Protocol, and on the advances of
Japanese companies in developing green technologies and adopting sustainable business
practices, our Green Business courses and projects provide students with a solid foundation
in the theory and practice of managing firms in a sustainable way, including increasing
energy efficiency, reducing waste, managing the environmental impact of business, and
finding ways to promote sustainability in all aspects of a companys operations.

Culture and Creativity

Cultural and creative industriesranging from anime, music, video games and film to
fashion, design, traditional crafts, and cultural tourismare dynamic sectors in todays
knowledge economy with far reaching economic, social, and political implications. Japanese
pop culture, for example, is not just big business; popular among young people the world
over, it is considered a form of soft power that brings the world closer together.
More broadly, creativity and innovation considered key drivers of economic growth
are increasingly demanded of individuals, companies, and societies in today's competitive
business environment. Global MBA Culture and Creativity courses prepare you to manage
successfully in the cultural sector and give you a creative edge that can be applied in any
company or industry.

Business in Asia
Accounting for more than one quarter of world GDPgreater than that of the United States
or the EU-15Asia is the most dynamic region of the world economy. And not just as a
cheap-labor based producer of manufactured goods; Asian companies are leading innovators
and Asian markets for other countries products and services are the fastest growing in the
world.

International Atmosphere and Overseas Exchange

With students from around the globe and visiting professors from top international business schools, our Global MBA provides the perfect
environment for developing a global mindset: an appreciation of cultural differences and the complexities of the world we live in, and the
knowledge, understanding, and communication skills needed to thrive in an international business environment.
Adding another dimension to thier experience, students have the opportunity to spend a term at one of our overseas partner universities. We also
welcome exchange students from these institutions, adding to the cosmopolitan nature of our program.
Currently our overseas exchange partners include University of Gothenburg School of Business, Economics and Law (Sweden), University of
Tubingen School of Business and Economics (Germany), Aalto University School of Business (Finland), and University of Denver Daniels College
of Business (USA).

Country distribution of Global MBA students, 2009 - 2014

Turkmenistan
1%
Turkey
1%

Switzerland
1%
Sweden
1%

Tanzania
1%

Spain
1%

Taiwan
5%

Uzbekistan
1%

Thailand
7%

Venezuela
1%

Vietnam
3%

USA
12%

Australia
1%

Canada
5%

South Korea
2%
South Africa
2%

Saudi Arabia
5%

Mexico
3%
Peru
1% Nepal
2%
Mozambique
1%

Botswana
1%
Brazil
1%
Cambodia
1%

China
17%

Philippines
3%
Russia
2%
Qatar
1%

Bahrain
2%
Bangladesh
1%

Libya
Malaysia 1%
Kenya
3%
Mongolia
1%
1%

Indonesia
3%

Japan
1%
Jordan
1%

India
4%

Hong Kong
Georgia
1%
1%
Germany
1%

El Salvador
1%
Ethiopia
1%
France
1%

That is not to say that doing business in Asia is simple. Asia is a mosaicof traditional and
modern, of diverse histories, geography, cultures, political systems, and business practices.
To succeed in Asiaas a company, an NGO, or a businesspersonyou must understand
these various differences and dynamics and know how to navigate them. Our Business in
Asia courses teach you to do this.

Hear from our Alumni

Business without connections is like business without money. At Doshisha studying with a group of highly talented students
from as many as 27 countries gave me extraordinary connections around the world and makes this MBA program like no
other. Sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical concerns are embedded into the vision of DBS, making the Global MBA
education not solely about business, but about morals, values, and friendship as well. All of these elements combine to make
DBS the best educational and professional experience I have ever had. I truly believe that our graduates will enjoy success and
fulfillment in their careers.

Arnecht Kanchanatavee
(Thailand)

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Preparation for Japan-related Job Opportunities

For those interested in working in Japan or for a Japanese company overseas, the Global MBA provides practical training and advice on job hunting
in Japan, and access to Japanese language courses (matched to each students Japanese level) offered by the universitys Center for Japanese
Language and Culture free of charge.
As Doshisha Business School is home to both Global and Japanese MBA programs, Global MBA students with a suitable level of Japanese are able
to take a number of Japanese MBA classes. Japanese students are also encouraged to take some Global MBA courses in English. This provides a
great opportunity to interact with Japanese MBA students, most of whom are full-time managers in Kansai companies.
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Career and Alumni Network

Career Advancement

Student Voice

An MBA is an investment in your future, whether you are looking

to change careers or to move into a managerial position in your
present field. Todays job market for MBAs is strong. According to a
corporate recruiters survey conducted by the Graduate Management
Admissions Council (GMAC), 80% of companies were planning to
hire an MBA graduate in 2014, up from 50% in 2009 and 73% in
2013.

Lauren Jubelt
(USA)

Japanese Firms Recruiting International Students

With a shrinking domestic market and a generation of young Japanese that tends to look more inward than abroad, Japanese companies are sharply
increasing their recruitment of non-Japanese as they expand their global operations. What these companies seek in their non-Japanese recruits
are language ability, an understanding of Japanese business practices, strong drive, and the communication skills and perspective that come from
experience in a multicultural environment. Many are also making efforts to shift their corporate culture from the closed style of the pastwith
rigid labor practices and reliance on Japanese-speaking staffto a more open, international style that welcomes diversity, new ideas, and fresh
perspectives on how to do business.

Corporate Internships
Corporate internships offer students a chance to apply what theyve learned in the classroom to the real
world, to experience business practices first-hand, and to expand their network of business connections.
They also give students and companies a chance to get to know each other, and can lead to employment
opportunities after graduation.
Many Global MBA students do internships during their time in our program, either in Japan or
overseas. Among the business areas they have worked in are market entry research, business
development, data analysis, diversity management, and corporate communications. Students may also
use an internship as part of the research for their Project Research Report or Masters Thesis.

Career Resources
Our career center provides resources, information,
and advice on employment opportunities, job fairs,
and the job-hunting process to help you explore
and realize your career goals. We regularly invite
external speakers to provide seminars for MBA
students and coordinate with the university for
on-site recruitment events.
Our career services include:
Career assessment and planning
Resume and cover letter writing assistance
Job interview coaching
One-on-one career consultation
Up-to-date job listings
E-Career web portal
Career fairs, recruiting events, and workshops
Contact list of recent graduates

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Hear from Our Career Advisor

Joe Aoki
Career Advisor

Before joining Doshisha Business School in April 2013, I worked for

Panasonic for many years. At Panasonic, I worked in the Overseas
Marketing, Corporate Planning, and Intellectual Property Rights
Departments. When I retired from my job in 2011, I thought it was
about time I went into hibernation, but I decided to do something that
could help others in the world instead.
My job is very simple: to find a job in Japan on your behalf. In order
to complete this mission, I teach you basic job hunting skills such as
how to write a curriculum vitae and an application, and how to attend
an interview. Beyond these basic things, I provide you with many
pieces of valuable information about real Japanese business,
economy, management, culture, language, and more to help make you
a knowledgeable business person with human skill.
Any type of person is always welcome in my office. Oftentimes an
aggressive person is not accepted by society with open arms, but I
believe that society and corporations need aggressive persons
sometimes.

Student Voice
Job hunting in Japan is all about the network
that you make while you are studying here as
a foreigner. Anyone can be an asset to you.
Your professors are a key asset you should
utilize as well. The career center is also there
to help you with information about job
hunting and even help you with a Japanese
resume and advice. I was personally taken
directly to an interview by Mr. Aoki in the
career center! Job hunting in Japan isn't easy,
but it's becoming a global world and Japanese
companies want to hire multilingual employees,
so now is a great time to get an MBA and be
global. Good luck!

Marke Uy
(Philippines)

I had a wonderful opportunity to be able to

work as an intern for Business Development
for The Economist Group in Tokyo during
the course of my study. I got word of the
vacancy through a former DBS professor.
The internship gave me the chance to work
with a uniquely erudite and eclectic group
of C-suite individuals who head various
MNCs in Tokyo. Additionally, it helped me
realize the importance of professionalism,
career management, and most importantly
networking, especially if one wants to leave
a footprint in Japan. It was rewarding as
much as it was challenging.

Doshisha Business School Network

The Doshisha Business School Network was organized in 2006,
connecting students, professors, alumni, and members of the Kansai
business community. Tomohiro Inamoto, president, describes the
Network's activities:

Tomohiro Inamoto
Class of 2012 Graduate
DBS Network President
Project Manager
I'MSEP Co., Ltd.

Doshisha Business School brings together people from a broad range

of backgrounds, industries, businesses, and enterprises. The DBS
Network helps keep us connected and provides a means to expand
our personal networks. The Network maintains its own website,
holds study group research seminars, and sponsors talks by business
leaders from Kansai area corporations such as Omron, Kyocera, and
Panasonic.
Access to the DBS Network is an important benefit of studying in
our Global MBA, and can open doors to support you in your business
career.

Doshisha Alumni Association (Doshisha Koyu-kai)

The emblem of the Doshisha Alumni Association is patterned after the Wild
Rover, the ship that Joseph Hardy Neesima boarded for America, violating
the national prohibition against overseas travel, to experience the culture and
civilization of the West. Conquering all difficulties, he founded Doshisha in
1875. Doshisha Koyu-kai originates from the Alumni-kai that was organized
in 1885, ten years after Doshisha was founded. Doshisha graduates actively
working around the world now total more than 320,000 people. In addition to
the 48 chapters and over 40 clubs throughout Japan, there are overseas chapters
and clubs located in over 21 cities of 14 countries around the world. With an
increasingly international student body at the university, the DAA network is
sure to spread far and wide as branches of the vine in the spirit of Doshisha.

Tomokazu Nakamura
Vice President
Doshisha Alumni Association
Director
Overseas Activity Dept.

http://www.doshisha-alumni.gr.jp/
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Global MBA Curriculum

Year 1
Semester 1

Electives

Year 2
Semester 2

There are two categories of electives:

Semester 3

Semester 4

Core [16 credits or more]

Global MBA Electives

Courses taken at overseas partner universities and/or Japanese MBA Program courses

A. Global MBA Electives

These courses cover a broad range of business subjects, including those in our three focus areas of Sustainability and Green Business, Culture and

Global Intensive
[2 credits or more]
Electives
[16 credits or more]

Critical and Analytical

Thinking [2 credits]

16 credits or more

Creativity, and Business in Asia. All elective courses are open to all students.

Sustainability and Green Business

Culture and Creativity
Business in Asia
Advanced Management
Overseas Study (semester 3)
Japanese MBA courses

Masters Thesis and Research Project I, II, III [6 credits]

Japanese Language and Culture Courses (for-credit, but do not count toward MBA degree)

Sustainability and Green Business Courses

Culture and Creativity Courses

Business in Asia Courses

Green Management in Action

The Business of Japanese Pop Culture

Japanese Business Practices

Sustainable and Responsible Marketing

Cultural Tourism

Economics for Sustainable Development

Creativity in Organizations

Foundations for Sustainable Management

Cultural and Creative Industries

Environmental Accounting

The Business of Fashion Industry

Sustainable Human Resource Management

e-Marketing

Understanding Japanese Corporations

Marketing in Asia

Human Resource Management in Asia

Investment in Asia

Operations Management in Asia

Advanced Management Courses

Business Analysis and Valuation
Business Law

Business Research Method

Knowledge and Innovation Management

Marketing Research

Making Sense of the Global Economy

Curriculum

National and Regional Systems of Technology and Innovation

The Global MBA curriculum at Doshisha Business School is designed

to give you a solid foundation in the core business subjects, and to
allow you to shape your program to match your interests by choosing
from a broad menu of electives.

The curriculum is made up of four parts:

Core (16 credits or more)
Global Intensive (2 credits or more)
Electives (16 credits or more)
Required Courses (8 credits)

Statistics

Strategic Cost Management

Strategic Management for Innovation and Change

Professional Development

Writing Skills for Effective Communication

To earn the Doshisha MBA degree, you will be required to complete

courses totaling 46 credits. Most courses in the program are worth 2 credits.

B. Courses Taken at Overseas Partner Universities and Japanese MBA Courses

Core

16 credits or more

The core consists of 9 courses (2 credits each) that build a foundation of knowledge in the key areas of management. You are required to take at least

If you apply to spend a term or quarter studying at one of our overseas partner universities and/or take courses offered by our sister Japanese MBA
Program (Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 required), up to 10 credits of courses can be counted toward your Doshisha MBA degree.
(Approval of course professor required.)

8 courses. The core courses are:

Foundation Subjects
Accounting
Marketing
Finance
People and Organization

Perspective Subjects
Business Economics
Strategic Management
Operations Management

Business and Society in the Global Context

Responsible Leadership in the Global Context

Global Intensive
Global Intensive courses for 2014 included:

Entrepreneurship (Prof. Hugh Whittaker, University of Auckland Business School, New Zealand)
Leading Organizational Change (Prof. Ali Dastmalchian, University of Victoria, Canada)
Global Human Resource Management (Prof. Rosalie L. Tung, Simon Fraser University, Canada)

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8 credits

The required courses help students to develop conceptual understanding and critical thinking and analytical skills as a foundation for their major project.
Critical and Analytical Thinking

Masters Thesis and Research Project I

2 credits or more

These courses are offered in a compressed format (typically one-week or two-week) by top professors from leading overseas business schools. You
are required to take at least one or more Global Intensive courses during your program.

Required Courses

Masters Thesis and Research Project II

Masters Thesis and Research Project III

Japanese Language and Culture Courses [for-credit, but do not count toward MBA degree]
Doshishas Center for Language and Culture (CJLC) offers a wide range of Japanese language and culture courses for international students studying in

undergraduate and graduate programs at Doshisha. A certain number of these courses are open to Global MBA students, free of charge. Please note,
however, that these courses cannot be included in the 46 credits required for the Doshisha MBA degree.

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Faculty
Dedicated GMBA Faculty

Mari Kondo

Philip Sugai

Other DBS and Doshisha Faculty

Yong Yin

(Director)

Noriko Hama

Yuzo Murayama

Philippe Byosiere

Yutaka Kato

Rosalie L. Tung

D. Hugh Whittaker

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Shunzo Morishita

Ali Dastmalchian

Keiko Zaima

Yuri Sadoi

(DBS Dean)

Tim Craig

Keith Jackson

Gustavo A. Tanaka

Takashi Okubo

Toshihiro Kodama

Kazuya Kuramoto

Kouichi Fujiwara

Manish Sharma

Adam Johns

Colin Davis

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Hans Marutschke

12

Munetsugu Takeda

13

Yoshifumi Nakata

14

Yasuo Uchida

Dedicated GMBA Faculty

1

Mari Kondo (Director)

A International Business Strategy

Asian Business Management

Japanese Business Management
Corporate Social Responsibility
B Business and Society in the Global Context
Responsible Leadership in the Global Context
Strategic Management
Understanding Japanese Corporations
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD Kyoto University

Philip Sugai

A Marketing
B Marketing

Sustainable and Responsible Marketing

e-Marketing
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD Waseda University

Yong Yin

A Operations Management

Sustainable Operations
Flexible and agile organization
Manufacturing strategy
B Operations Management
Foundations for Sustainable Management
National and Regional Systems of Technology
and Innovation
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD Tohoku University

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Toshiro Kita

Visiting Professors

Tim Craig

A Business Management

Cross-cultural Management
Japanese / Asian Popular Culture
B The Business of Japanese Pop Culture
Cultural Tourism
Creativity in Organizations
Professional Development
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD University of Washington

Keith Jackson

A International Business and Management

International/Cross-Cultural Human Resource

Management
International Management Education
Public Sector Management
B People and Organizations
Sustainable Human Resource Management
Human Resource Management in Asia
Business Research Method
Marketing Research
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD University of London

Gustavo A. Tanaka

A International Accounting

Financial Accounting and Reporting

Environmental Accounting
Management Accounting
Equity valuation using accounting reports and
investments in Japan and emerging markets

B Accounting

Environmental Accounting
Business Analysis and Valuation
Strategic Cost Management
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
MBA Georgia State University

Manish Sharma

A Finance
B Finance

Business Economics
Economics for Sustainable Development
Investment in Asia
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD Chuo University and University of Tokyo

Adam Johns

A International Business Strategy

International Marketing
Cultural and Creative Industries
Business and Public Policy
B Cultural and Creative Industries
The Business of Fashion Industry
Marketing in Asia
Writing Skills for Effective Communication
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III
PhD Australian National University

Colin Davis

A International Trade and Economic Growth

B Finance

Master's Thesis and Research Project I, II, III

PhD Hokkaido University

Other DBS and Doshisha Faculty

1

Toshiro Kita (DBS Dean)

A Communication Science

IT Business Strategy
Project Management
B Strategic Management for Innovation and
Change
PhD Nagoya University

Noriko Hama

A European Economic Studies

International Economics
International Finance
B Making Sense of the Global Economy
Mitsubishi Research Institute's Former First Resident
Economist and Chief Representative in London

Yuzo Murayama

A Innovation Studies / Cultural Business

International Relations / Economic Security

J Kyotos Heritage Industry and Cultural Business

Management Strategies and International Relations

Field Study
PhD University of Washington

Philippe Byosiere

A Knowledge Management

Leadership
Stress in Organizations
J Leadership
Organizational Innovation
Knowledge Management
PhD University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Visiting Professors
5

Yutaka Kato

Kazuya Kuramoto

A Administrative Accounting

A Corporate Governance

J Organization Management

J Accounting

Cost Accounting

Strategic Management
Management Accounting
Inter-Organizational Relationship Management
PhD Kobe University

Takashi Okubo

A Theory of Monetary Policy

Theory of Money and Banking

J Business Finance

Corporate Finance
Investment Strategy
Macroeconomic Analysis
Former Head of Division, Institute for Monetary
and Economic Studies, Bank of Japan

Toshihiro Kodama

A Small Business Management

J Business Creation Management

Venture Business Management

Industrial Clusters and Business Location
Strategy
Small Business Management
Former Special Advisor, Japan Finance Corporation

Corporate Social Responsibility

Consumer Affairs
Corporate Governance
Risk Management
Former Chairman of the Association of Consumer
Affairs Professionals

11 Hans

Marutschke

Comparative Law
Civil Law
B Business Law
BA Universitat Tubingen, Doctor of Laws

12 Munetsugu

Takeda

A Business Statistics / Econometrics

A Global Business Communication

B Japanese Business Practices
MBA Thunderbird Graduate School of
International Management

J Business Statistics

13 Yoshifumi

Kouichi Fujiwara
Macro Management / Risk Management

Macroeconomic Analysis
Corporate Finance
Financial Engineering
Rejuvenating the Mature Business
MA Waseda University

10 Shunzo

Morishita

A Information and Communications Technology

J Innovation Management

Innovation in Product and Service Development

Field Study
MS Nagoya University

A EU Law

Organizational Theory

B Global Intensive Subject 3

PhD University of British Columbia

D. Hugh Whittaker

A Technology Innovation

Organization and Employment

B Global Intensive Subject 1
PhD London University, Imperial College

Nakata

A Human Resource Theory

Innovation Theory
Reformative Management Theory
J Organization and People Management
PhD University of California

14 Yasuo

Rosalie L. Tung

A International Management and

Uchida

Ali Dastmalchian

A Organization Studies and International Business

B Global Intensive Subject 2

PhD Cardiff Business School,

Cardiff University/University of Wales

Keiko Zaima

A Sustainable Business
B Green Management in Action

PhD Kyoto University

A Health Sector Policy

Health Care Finance

J Field Study
PhD University of Tokyo

Yuri Sadoi

A Technology Transfer

Skill Development

B Knowledge and Innovation Management

Innovation and Technology Management

PhD Kyoto University

A Research Interest

B Subject

J Japanese MBA

Academic Degree / Practical Experience

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Learning Environment and Living in Kyoto

Kyoto

Facilities and Support

The Business School is located in the modern Kambaikan Building on Doshishas Imadegawa
campus, just a five-minute walk from the spacious, park-like Kyoto Imperial Palace. Our
facilities include classrooms, project rooms, lounges, and the business school library. The
lounges, project rooms, and library are open to MBA students 24/7, 365 days a year. The school
has Wi-Fi internet access, and full security is ensured for students studying late at night.
Student support services include career counseling, advice for living in Kyoto, and access to the
universitys excellent program of Japanese language study.

The Lounge
The lounge is a comfortable and relaxing
space equipped with kitchen facilities and
lockers for personal use. Students can keep
up to date via BBC and CNN available on
the large screen TV, meet with friends and
colleagues, or simply take a break from
their studies.

Living and Studying in Kyoto

A safe, exciting, and fascinating countryand one fully integrated into the dynamic Asian economy
Japan is an excellent place to study for your MBA. Doshisha Business School is located in the ancient
capital of Kyoto, which lies at the heart of the broader Kansai economy.

Tokyo

Kyoto ancient capital and modern city

Home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Kyoto is
the location of choice for innovators, academics, and all
those wishing to surround themselves with a fascinating
balance of the past, present, and future. While traditional
Kyoto draws tourists from all over the globe to its
temples and gardens, modern Kyoto offers everything
that the resident or visitor could desire: exciting shopping
districts, a safe and fun night life, a variety of natural and
spiritual pursuits and institutions, and access to Japan's
international hub cities of Osaka and Kobe. The Kansai
region of Japan (centered around Kyoto-Osaka-Kobe)
offers a multicultural environment with China-towns,
Korea-towns, and a huge range of cultural and
entertainment events.

Kansai a global business hub

The Doshisha Business School Library

Our collection of books, magazines, and AV
data covers various business-related fields
such as business strategy, management,
marketing, accounting, financial affairs,
and information science. A document
retrieval system and a variety of online
databases are also available.

Other University Facilities Learning Commons

In addition to facilities located within DBS, students are
free to use university facilities such as the main library and
the Learning Commons, a 2,550m study space equipped
with open, flexible spaces and a wide variety of the latest
information technology. Divided into Creative Commons
and Research Commons, there are informal spaces where
you can interact with students from all over the university
and as well as specialized staff available to help hone your
academic skills.

With the largest number of manufacturers in the country,

Kansai is regarded as the industrial heart of Japan and
is deeply connected with the broader Asian economy.
Many leading Japanese companies, including Nintendo,
Panasonic, Kawasaki, Itochu, Sharp, Daihatsu, Daikin,
Kyocera and Omron, were established or are headquartered
in the region, and Doshisha Business School maintains
strong relationships with local industry. With cutting-edge
research institutes and dozens of universities, Kansai is a
major R&D center, boasting a large number of high-tech
science parks and next-generation industrial clusters. One
third of global lithium-ion battery production, for instance,
is based in Kansai, and the regions firms hold a 70%
share of the domestic market for solar cells. Many leading
multinationals, including AstraZeneca, Bayer Healthcare,
P&G, Haier, Recaro and Nestle, have also chosen Kansai as
their Japanese base.

Student Voice
Building on my prior experience studying in Asia, pursing my MBA in Japan was a natural choice. Doshisha Business
School offers a unique multicultural and multinational environment and a focus and awareness with which few other
business schools can compete. With its relatively small size you will quickly find yourself at home here, with professors
stepping out of their way to provide the best classes possible. Kyoto is a city echoing back thousands of years, yet with a
fresh young big-city vibe. Living and studying here is to be immersed in tradition, honour, and sincere beauty.

Adrian Sossna
(Sweden)

http://ryoshinkan-lc.doshisha.ac.jp/en/about.html

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Messages From Alumni and Current Students

Doshisha Business School Alumni

Current Students

Understanding business in the Asia Pacific domain and

Thanks to the support of the DBS career advisor, I

There were several factors that inspired my decision

As a Saudi entrepreneur, there were many challenges

Positioned in Kyoto, I was able to nurture my passion

Shortly after the graduation, I started working as a

have the privilege of living in one of the most beautiful

opened our Nippon Sayko shop in Saudi Arabia.

its relation to other regions was my key objective at DBS.

secured a job at Yamada Electric Industrial Company.

for Japanese business culture and polish my linguistic

procurement agent doing business with the suppliers

skills. After sharing two years with fellow colleagues

Sarvesh Udgir
(India)

have acquired at Doshisha Business School.

Liying Luo
(China)

role in the company.

decided to pursue an MBA degree at Doshisha because

diversity in the classroom allows for thought provoking

management and Japanese corporations. This knowledge

and my language skills allow me to play an important

various challenges to meet our customer needs. I

cosmopolitan city vibe. Academically, the rich cultural

knowledge at DBS, especially regarding Asian business

I have been employed by a renowned Kyoto-based

Although we run a successful business, we still face

monuments while still able to enjoy a touch of a modern

I feel very grateful to have gained a lot of business

transformation in my interpersonal and working skills.

that my business partner and I had to face when we

cities in the world, surrounded by tranquil historic

from Japan, Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Korea.

at DBS and in social networks in Japan, I can feel the

company where I will further utilize the knowledge I

to study towards a Global MBA at DBS. In Kyoto, I

I can focus on Japanese culture-based businesses in

discussions from different viewpoints. Prior to my arrival

Masechaba Dlengezele
(South Africa)

at DBS, I was employed as a corporate social investment

consultant for a specialist bank in South Africa. With
the commitment DBS has to social responsibility, I was

a globalized environment and have an opportunity

Noha Khayyat
(Saudi Arabia)

excited and enthused to know that I could learn more

There are several reasons why I was attracted by

and was able to improve my communication skills. I

engineering degree in order to fulfill a growing feeling

this dynamic program. I had already obtained an

also participated in different events including a Japanese

of responsibility towards the environment. Enrolling in

case competition and the 3rd PRME Asia Forum. The

the Global MBA in Green Business at DBS created a

Global MBA program provided all of us with different

bridge between that responsibility and my engineering

opportunities and encounters that lead us to a number

knowledge. As the term Global indicates, the program

of opportunities for our future, and, in my case, lead me

has a full diversity of nationalities, which I personally

to where I am now, pursuing a PhD in Global Resource

Arnau Margarit Soler

Management. I am happy that I didnt take a typical

(Spain)

MBA degree and that I was able to make new and

precious friends from around the globe.

Enrolling in an international MBA program had been

thrive in a multinational environment. This experience

and professional growth. Of the university selections

on my bucket list for several years, for both personal

I considered, DBS was a natural choice for me based

on the broad array of elective courses, the diversity

ability to study green business and corporate social

of students and professors, and its world-class

responsibility, subjects which are less common in

facilities. I hope to gain deeper insight into the

Cambodia, but important to the development of society

successful Japanese method of business management

and mankind, was very appealing to me. I hope to apply

Tasneem Lorgat

some of the innovative green business practices I have

(South Africa)

learned here to a career in Cambodia, and set an example

of corporate social responsibility in my home country.

perspective. In addition, I look forward to enjoying

Kyotos rich culture, combination of traditional and

The ability to take unique courses in Culture and

Enrolling in the Global MBA in Kyoto provided me

Doshisha Universitys Global MBA stood out from all the

After studying abroad in Japan, I knew I wanted to

Doshisha Business School. With my deep interest in

Japan and the opportunity to recognize the relation

is a great location to experience the rich culture of Japan as

MBA in general management, so when I found the

access to the academic and business environment of

Japanese culture, the opportunity to study Japanese pop

gained professional skills such as the ability to see

problems from different points of view. Now, I plan to

apply what I have gained at DBS to a career in my home

country.

(Mexico)

University. My MBA education and the knowledge of

international business I have gained are fundamental for

my research and key to understanding business decisions
in East Asia.

development mixed with the availability of courses on

work experience, and aspirations to make the world a better

Asia Sustainable Economic Development at Kyoto

Heriberto Ruiz Tafoya

found most attractive was the focus on sustainable

dynamic student body with different nationalities, cultures,

After graduation, I began my doctoral studies in East

people from other countries will certainly be useful in my

Global MBA at Doshisha I was delighted. What I

companies. Second, I get to be part of an inspiring and

enrich my understanding of that region of the world.

experience I have gained working together with many

return to pursue my MBA here. I wanted more than an

well as to build connections with Japanese and international

of my classmates came from East Asia and helped

program conducted in English was ideal. Moreover, the

career. I learned not only about course materials but

others for three reasons. First, the location the Kansai region

of this country to other East Asian nations. Many

culture in Japan from a business point of view in a

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and operations and also develop an expansive life

modern attractions, and ideal student amenities.

Creativity was a major factor in my decision to attend

(Indonesia)

Doshishas location could not be more appealing. Kyoto

Working with classmates and professors from all around

in this globalized business world. Academically, the

Nadya Azzahra

deeply and to create a wonderful network. In addition,

one of Japan's two major business regions.

and broad network will be important for my future career

(Cambodia)

consider a great chance to understand other cultures

is not only the soul of Japanese culture but also located in

the world, I learned about different cultures and how to

Sokha Suon

with real business situations, which I am confident

At DBS, I learned how to see different perspectives, to

cope with differences, to compromise and negotiate,

(Philippines)

dedicated DBS faculty focus on connecting concepts

will help me in my career.

about the field I am most passionate about.

Miriam Carada

to take advantage of DBSs alumni network. The

business in East Asia. The professors are remarkably

place. Finally, the three focus areas DBS offers are aspects

Tamara Garcia
(Philippines)

of business that I consider to be very timely and relevant.

Gaining knowledge in Creative Industries and Green
Business, especially, will be a very important contribution to

my dream of someday managing a business that will provide

people with tools for interactive learning.

knowledgeable and share the students enthusiasm.

Daniel Jacobson
(Sweden)

DBS staff has also proved to be friendly and helpful in

all situations. But the tipping point is the experience

Im having living in Kyoto, Im networking with new

people from all kinds of backgrounds and simply
enjoying life as a student again.

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Endorsements
Raymond Loveridge

Joop Stam

Said Business School, The University of Oxford, UK

Professor Emeritus of University of Twente, Netherlands

There are only a few places in the world

that can deliver such a program at the
level achieved by Doshisha faculty. My
congratulations and best wishes for a
continuously innovative future!

We can be confident that the program,

which handsomely matches the
philosophy and content of the major
European
international
business
courses, will benefit all participants.

Advisory Board
The Global MBA Advisory Board consists of internationally recognized
academics and corporate executives from around the world. The board's role
is to provide objective support and guidance to the business school faculty to
ensure that the quality of the Global MBA program is truly world-class.
Mr. Toshio Hori (CEO, Green Power Investment Corporation, Japan)
Mr. Noriyuki Inoue (Chairman of the Board and CEO, Daikin Industries, Ltd., Japan)
Mr. Tomokazu Nakamura (The Board of Doshisha University, President, Mikage Trading Co. Ltd., Japan)
Mr. Yasuo Nishiguchi (Former CEO, Kyocera Corporation)
Mr. Yoshikatsu Ota (Special Advisor, Konica Minolta, Inc., Japan)
Mr. Ken Segall (Former Creative Director of Advertising, Apple, Inc.)

Yi-Long Huang
Research Center for Humanities
and Social Sciences,
Tsing Hua University,
Taiwan

Glenn D. Hook
British National Institute of
Japanese Studies,
University of Sheffield,
UK

Linyan Sun
School of Management,
Xian Jiaotong University,
China

Yuko Furukawa

Robert Cole

Formerly National Institute of

Academic Degrees and
University Education,
Japan

Professor Emeritus
Haas School of Business
UC Berkeley,
USA

Ronald Dore
Honorary Fellow
London School of Economics
and Political Science
University of London,
UK

Gordon Redding
Insead,
Singapore

Hirohisa Nagai
See where our students
come from

Tsukuba University,
Japan

Harukiyo Hasegawa
Former Professor of
Doshisha Business School
and University of Sheffield,
UK

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Rosalie L. Tung
Simon Fraser University, Canada

Michael Witt

Edilberto C. de Jesus

Insead,
Singapore

Former Secretary of Education,

Philippines

Through a world-class faculty and

international student body, it will equip
participants with the global mindset
needed to succeed in international
business in the 21st century.

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Admission and Scholarships

Admissions Guide
Doshisha Business School welcomes applications from motivated and ambitious personsregardless of age, gender, or nationalityseeking to
explore the frontiers of business management and improve the well-being of our society. Our admissions process is designed to evaluate the whole
person and to establish a good fit with our program.

Preliminary application

Formal application

If you are unsure if you are eligible for or

To submit a formal application you will need to complete the application form and return it to us

submit a preliminary application (at no cost).

consider your application form, transcripts, references, GMAT or GRE score, and English scores

suited to our Global MBA we invite you to

Please use the form available on our website
and our admissions team will get back to

you within five working days to discuss your

situation.

with supporting documentation and the application fee before the advertised deadlines. We will
to assess your suitability for the program. If you are successful, we will invite you to a Skype

or in-person interview. Following the interview, a final decision will be made on your application
by the faculty and you will be notified of their decision shortly thereafter. Should you be offered a

place, you will then need to complete registration procedures (including immigration procedures
for overseas applicants) and pay the initial registration fee to secure your place.

Schedule
Round

Application Deadline

Interview Period

Admission Decision

Due Date for Admission Fee

December 19, 2014

By December 22

In early January

Late February

January 22, 2015

By January 26

In early February

Late March

3 *1

February 19, 2015

By February 23

In early March

Late April

March 27, 2015

By April 2

In mid April

Late May

May 15, 2015

By May 25

In early June

Late June*2

6 *3

June 18, 2015

By June 22

Before early July

Early August

*1 Round 3: Applicants for University Recommendation for Doshisha Undergraduate Students should submit the formal application before Round 3 deadline.
Any application received after this deadline will not be considered for this recommendation scheme.
*2 Round 5: Successful applicants of Round 5 should note that the due date of admission fee payment is set much earlier than the other application rounds.
*3 Round 6: This round is only available for applicants who have Japanese nationality or who currently reside in Japan with valid visa for the entire period
between your application and enrollment. Please refer to the 2015 Admissions Guide for further details.

Scholarships/Funding Opportunities
We are pleased to offer Doshisha University Reduced-Tuition Scholarships
ranging from 30% to 100%, to all international students.* If financial
support is important to you, we advise you to apply early as some funding
opportunities may not be available later in the application period.
*Some conditions may apply.

Further Information and

Application Forms
Please send your request for further
information and application forms to the Global MBA
(Masters Degree Program, Global Business and
Management Studies) Admissions Office.

Doshisha Business School

Doshisha University

Karasuma-Imadegawa, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto

602-8580 JAPAN
Telephone: +81-75-251-4600
Fax: +81-75-251-4710
Email: ji-gmba@mail.doshisha.ac.jp
http://gmba.doshisha.ac.jp/

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DOSHISHA UNIVERSITY

Doshisha Business School

Karasuma-Imadegawa, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602-8580, JAPAN

TEL: +81-75-251-4600/4679 FAX: +81-75-251-4710 E-mail:ji-gmba@mail.doshisha.ac.jp
http://gmba.doshisha.ac.jp/