Department of Business
Building on the four cornerstones of business, you will develop a deep understanding of the industry and acquire practical skills for on-the-ground success.
The Faculty of Business provides essential knowledge in management, commerce, accounting, and economics through our "Business Literacy" courses, building a foundation for success in a diverse range of careers, regardless of industry or job type. Furthermore, by combining studies in "Global Business" and "Business English" with group-work-based classes and practical courses where students take on financial analysis and securities investment, we cultivate business professionals who can become immediate assets in the workforce, excelling in both intellectual ability and proactivity.
Abilities You Will Gain
A broad range of specialized knowledge, qualifications, and skills essential for business.
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The logical thinking and analytical skills required to solve business challenges.
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The ability to work collaboratively within an organization and the initiative to tackle challenges independently.
Certificates and Licenses You Can Obtain
Class 1 High School Teaching License (Commerce)
Target Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Public Tax Accountant
- The JCCI Bookkeeping Proficiency Test
- Business Accounting Test
- IT Passport Examination
- Information Security Management Examination
- Financial Planner
- Securities Analyst
- TOEIC® and TOEFL® score improvements
Main Employment Destinations
- ITO EN
- Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank
- Okazaki Shinkin Bank
- Kowa
- Sanwa Technos
- JTEKT
- JVC KENWOOD
- Tokai Tokyo Financial Holdings
- Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Toyota Industries Corporation
- Japan Information Processing Service
- PwC Japan LLC
- Fujisoft
- Mynavi
- Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
- MUFG Bank
- Murata Manufacturing
- Meiko Trans
- Yamazaki Mazak
- Yamaha Motor Company
- and others
Curriculum Features & The Four-Year Academic Plan
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1. A Flexible Curriculum to Combine Various Fields of Study
Our curriculum allows you to freely combine studies from various business-related fields. To make learning intuitive, specialized subjects are organized systematically, enabling you to pursue cross-disciplinary studies across multiple areas.
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2. Dedicated Support for "Accounting, IT, and English" Qualifications
Our "Applied Skills Development Program" supports students in acquiring qualifications in accounting, IT, and English. For students aiming for higher-level qualifications, we also offer a "Qualification Exam Support Program" that subsidizes exam fees for those who meet certain criteria.
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3. A Wealth of Active Learning Opportunities
Engage in a rich variety of active learning courses developed in collaboration with leading companies and organizations. Through programs that let you experience the business world firsthand, you will tackle corporate analysis and real-world challenges to sharpen your essential business skills.
We cultivate talent that can succeed in any business field by providing a cross-disciplinary and comprehensive education in management, commerce, accounting, and economics.
The Department of Business Studies utilizes the traditional academic framework of “Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, and Economics” while learning the skills needed in the field of business from practical subjects. Active learning through collaboration with companies and organizations is actively incorporated to nurture human resources who can respond to various fields of business.
※The maximum number of students is set for each major. If the number of applicants exceeds the maximum number, a selection process may be conducted.
Your Four-Year Journey (Plan for 2026 Academic Year)
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1st year
Build Your Foundation
In your first year, you will build a solid academic foundation. You'll acquire the essential knowledge required for any business specialization, develop strong communication skills, and learn the fundamentals of global business
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2nd / 3rd year
Customize Your Specialized Path
You can design your own curriculum by selecting a core module and combining it with other modules from various business fields. This structure enables a systematic and cross-disciplinary path of study. Through group-work-based classes, you will develop the proactive skills to succeed in the professional world.
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4th year
Final Preparations for Your Professional Debut!
Through your graduation project, you will polish your knowledge and skills, preparing you to launch your career as a business professional.
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Group Work
In small classes, you will learn the essential skills for university-level study. Through team-based activities, you will master the fundamentals of group work, including discussion, information gathering, and presentation methods.
Exploring Professional Careers
Through lectures centered on the real-life experiences of active business professionals, you will deepen your understanding of what "work" and "a career" truly mean and learn from their experiences about the significance and rewards of professional life.
SME Policy & Management
Learn about the management strategies of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), their role in the economy, their challenges, and the evolution of industrial policy. Lectures from SME leaders will deepen your understanding and broaden your perspective on the meaning of work.
Business Strategy I & II, Corporate Strategy
Deepen your understanding of theories related to corporate profitability and long-term success, supported by real-world case studies. You will learn key theories and analytical methods of strategic management and acquire the skills to analyze businesses, industries, and corporations.
Digital Accounting
Leveraging your bookkeeping knowledge, you will learn various tools and systems while entering journal entries into accounting software. The goal of the course is to learn the basic operations of accounting software and be able to make efficient and accurate entries.
Global Business I
Examine the key questions of "What is global business?" and "What do global companies do?" primarily through case studies. You will acquire theoretical professional knowledge in English while developing an understanding of the current state of global business.
*Course content is currently in the planning stages and is subject to change.
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