International University of Japan
Encyclopedia
The is a private university
located in Minami-Uonuma city in Niigata Prefecture
, Japan
.
IUJ is the first, and one of the few Japanese universities which run their courses entirely in English
. It was founded in 1982, primarily with the aim of providing a platform for delegates from all over the world to come together and work towards the betterment of the world. IUJ offers Master's degree
s in international development
, Public Management and Policy Analysis, international peace studies and international relations
, as well as MBA programs in business administration and e-business. IUJ is fully approved and accredited by the Ministry of Education, Japan.
The IUJ campus has an extremely diverse student body, with students from all over the world. In the 2007/2008 Academic year there were students from 47 different countries. The diversity can be illustrated by the fact that IUJ held the Guinness World Record for the most nationalities in a Sauna (50). IUJ provides a balanced education through the discovery of Japanese and other world cultures. There are many chances to improve skills in communication, leadership, spirit for volunteering, judgment and decision-making in internationally diversified groups. To celebrate its international characteristics, IUJ hosts an international night called "Open Day" during the Fall
term and an "ASEAN
Night" during the spring term, during which students from the various countries showcase their respective cultures and cuisine to the local community.
IUJ is located near ski resorts in Niigata prefecture. Its location far from major cities such as Tokyo has affected its pursuit of academic excellence in the business field.
IUJ was founded in 1982 with the aim of developing global leaders with a high level of specialized theoretical and practical knowledge, together with an understanding and empathy toward the world’s variety of cultures, thereby enhancing their ability to contribute to the global society. It was established with extensive support from Japan’s industrial, financial and educational communities as well as from the local community. The Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) was theBank of Japan]], Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Japan Foreign Trade Council
IUJ comprises two graduate schools, The Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) and the Graduate School of International Management (GSIM). Both schools offer Master’s degree programs.
In addition, the university also runs two research institutes. The IUJ Research Institute is based on campus and is made up of the former Center for Japan-US Relations, the Institute of Middle Eastern Studies, the International Management Research Institute and the Research Institute of Asian Development, all of which merged in 1997 into the current entity. The Center for Global Communications (GLOCOM) is an IUJ research institute based in Tokyo
. GLOCOM was established in spring of 1991 as a social science institute specializing in the study of information society
and Japan. GLOCOM's research focuses on the social, economic and cultural impacts of new communications technologies.
The Graduate School of International Management (GSIM) offers two graduate programs: a full-time MBA program and an E-Business Management (MEB) program (or "E-Biz" for short).
The Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) will offer three graduate programs International Relations
Program (IRP), the International Development
Program (IDP), Public Management and Policy Analysis Program (PMPP) (introduced in 2010).
International Peace Studies Program (IPSP) degree (introduced in 2006) is under the program of (IRP). MA in Economics (new degree) is under the (IDP).
Thus, IUJ is offering 7 master's degrees from 5 interrelated programs.
Since cross-registration is okay, students can learn any of 'elective' courses from both schools.
All the courses are two-year programs, except the E-Biz program which runs for one year. All courses require a thesis
submission at the end.
and the other in Japanese
. These language programs are offered to students from both graduate schools (GSIR and GSIM).
The English language courses are designed for non-native English speakers who wish to develop their English proficiency to the level required to participate fully in the English-medium environment of IUJ. It includes an Intensive English Program (IEP) held in the summer and Academic English courses held throughout the academic year.
The Japanese Language Program (JLP) offers non-native Japanese speakers the opportunity to learn the Japanese language at four different proficiency levels, from Basic to Advanced.
, Fuji Xerox
, Daikin and The AEON Group
. The Platforms are designed in such a way that students participate actively in current research with faculty. The work done could culminate into a masters thesis. The IUJ Research & Education PLATFORM (REP) provides platforms upon which the characteristics of its two graduate schools are fused and developed in order to tackle practical and global problems. These platforms emphasize collaboration with other IUJ stakeholders such as sponsor companies, IUJ alumni, international organizations, governments, NGOs and the local community, so as to achieve a multidirectional and comprehensive approach to problem solving.
There are currently 17 themes under the aegis of the IUJ-REP. The themes are diverse, ranging from “International Cooperation, Development and Human Security” to “The Impact of Mobile Technologies on Markets and Societies”. Guest-speakers from academia and the industry are frequently invited to IUJ to give lectures on the various issues covered by the different themes. Participants can develop general but adequate and adaptable skills in tackling global issues in addition to their specialized knowledge acquired in their respective fields of study. As such, IUJ actively encourages its students to participate in the IUJ-REP.
The following is a comprehensive list of IUJ REP platforms:
For more details about the IUJ REP platforms go to
, Japan
. It is approximately 100km south of Niigata city
, the prefectural capital, and 230km northwest of Tokyo
. The IUJ campus is situated in scenic but rural surroundings, in a region of Japan known as “Snow Country
” because of the heavy snowfall in winter (on average about 2-3 meters). Apart from paddy fields and mountains, the area has a concentration of onsen
(hot springs) and ski resorts, making it a popular destination during the winter season.
The nearest railway station and town is Urasa
, approximately 4km away. The Joetsu Shinkansen
has a stop at Urasa station. From here, it takes 40 minutes to reach Niigata city
and 100 minutes to reach Tokyo
by shinkansen
(bullet train). IUJ runs a regular shuttle bus service between campus and Urasa station. Larger towns within a 30-minute drive from IUJ include Muika-machi
and Koide
. There are also local buses and trains in operation, but public transportation in the area is generally limited.
There are three single-student Dormitories and one Married Student Apartments (MSA). Each dormitory has inexpensive coin laundry/dryer facilities available to students. All the dormitory rooms are well-equipped and offer LAN
connectivity (￥2,000 per month, as of 2011). The monthly dormitory fee (as of 2011) is ￥32,000 for the single rooms and ￥50,000 for the MSA.
There is an on-campus convenience shop, Yamazaki. There are also various recreational and sporting facilities available to the students.
of IUJ. The GSO Executive Committee is a body of elected student representatives in-charge of general student welfare. Two other similarly-elected student bodies, the IM Council and the IR Council, take care of the academic welfare of the students in their respective schools (GSIM and GSIR).
IUJ students are encouraged to form their own clubs and societies. As such, a host of student societies have sprung up over the years, covering various academic, sporting and religious interests.
There is a number of annual on-campus and off-campus events organized by GSO with support from IUJ office and other clubs, such as IUJ Olympics, Around The World Festival, Ski Day, etc.
, electronics
, manufacturing
, telecoms, construction
and retail
. This wide variety of sponsor companies enables IUJ students to build strong networks across the Japanese business community.
Close ties with Japanese industry and business give IUJ an added advantage. The career service leverages upon these strong connections to increase the number of opportunities available to IUJ students. According to the 2007 IUJ Placement Report , 70% of employment candidates who went through career services secured jobs before graduation. Updated statistics and a chance to interact with the IUJ Career Counselor is available on the IUJ Career Site http://www.iuj.ac.jp/career/.
Updated lists of the GSIR partner schools and GSIM partner schools can be found at the respective school websites.
International University of Japan Top Ranked Global Management Degrees
University
A university is an institution of higher education and research, which grants academic degrees in a variety of subjects. A university is an organisation that provides both undergraduate education and postgraduate education...
located in Minami-Uonuma city in Niigata Prefecture
Niigata Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Honshū on the coast of the Sea of Japan. The capital is the city of Niigata. The name "Niigata" literally means "new lagoon".- History :...
, Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
.
IUJ is the first, and one of the few Japanese universities which run their courses entirely in English
English language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
. It was founded in 1982, primarily with the aim of providing a platform for delegates from all over the world to come together and work towards the betterment of the world. IUJ offers Master's degree
Master's degree
A master's is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice...
s in international development
International development
International development or global development is a concept that lacks a universally accepted definition, but it is most used in a holistic and multi-disciplinary context of human development — the development of greater quality of life for humans...
, Public Management and Policy Analysis, international peace studies and international relations
International relations
International relations is the study of relationships between countries, including the roles of states, inter-governmental organizations , international nongovernmental organizations , non-governmental organizations and multinational corporations...
, as well as MBA programs in business administration and e-business. IUJ is fully approved and accredited by the Ministry of Education, Japan.
The IUJ campus has an extremely diverse student body, with students from all over the world. In the 2007/2008 Academic year there were students from 47 different countries. The diversity can be illustrated by the fact that IUJ held the Guinness World Record for the most nationalities in a Sauna (50). IUJ provides a balanced education through the discovery of Japanese and other world cultures. There are many chances to improve skills in communication, leadership, spirit for volunteering, judgment and decision-making in internationally diversified groups. To celebrate its international characteristics, IUJ hosts an international night called "Open Day" during the Fall
Autumn
Autumn is one of the four temperate seasons. Autumn marks the transition from summer into winter usually in September or March when the arrival of night becomes noticeably earlier....
term and an "ASEAN
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, commonly abbreviated ASEAN rarely ), is a geo-political and economic organization of ten countries located in Southeast Asia, which was formed on 8 August 1967 by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Since then, membership has...
Night" during the spring term, during which students from the various countries showcase their respective cultures and cuisine to the local community.
IUJ is located near ski resorts in Niigata prefecture. Its location far from major cities such as Tokyo has affected its pursuit of academic excellence in the business field.
History
Structure
In addition, the university also runs two research institutes. The IUJ Research Institute is based on campus and is made up of the former Center for Japan-US Relations, the Institute of Middle Eastern Studies, the International Management Research Institute and the Research Institute of Asian Development, all of which merged in 1997 into the current entity. The Center for Global Communications (GLOCOM) is an IUJ research institute based in Tokyo
Tokyo
, ; officially , is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan. Tokyo is the capital of Japan, the center of the Greater Tokyo Area, and the largest metropolitan area of Japan. It is the seat of the Japanese government and the Imperial Palace, and the home of the Japanese Imperial Family...
. GLOCOM was established in spring of 1991 as a social science institute specializing in the study of information society
Information society
The aim of the information society is to gain competitive advantage internationally through using IT in a creative and productive way. An information society is a society in which the creation, distribution, diffusion, use, integration and manipulation of information is a significant economic,...
and Japan. GLOCOM's research focuses on the social, economic and cultural impacts of new communications technologies.
Degree programs
IUJ offers only Master’s degree programs.The Graduate School of International Management (GSIM) offers two graduate programs: a full-time MBA program and an E-Business Management (MEB) program (or "E-Biz" for short).
The Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) will offer three graduate programs International Relations
International relations
International relations is the study of relationships between countries, including the roles of states, inter-governmental organizations , international nongovernmental organizations , non-governmental organizations and multinational corporations...
Program (IRP), the International Development
International development
International development or global development is a concept that lacks a universally accepted definition, but it is most used in a holistic and multi-disciplinary context of human development — the development of greater quality of life for humans...
Program (IDP), Public Management and Policy Analysis Program (PMPP) (introduced in 2010).
International Peace Studies Program (IPSP) degree (introduced in 2006) is under the program of (IRP). MA in Economics (new degree) is under the (IDP).
Thus, IUJ is offering 7 master's degrees from 5 interrelated programs.
Since cross-registration is okay, students can learn any of 'elective' courses from both schools.
All the courses are two-year programs, except the E-Biz program which runs for one year. All courses require a thesis
Thesis
A dissertation or thesis is a document submitted in support of candidature for an academic degree or professional qualification presenting the author's research and findings...
submission at the end.
Language programs
In addition, IUJ offers two optional language programs, one in EnglishEnglish language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
and the other in Japanese
Japanese language
is a language spoken by over 130 million people in Japan and in Japanese emigrant communities. It is a member of the Japonic language family, which has a number of proposed relationships with other languages, none of which has gained wide acceptance among historical linguists .Japanese is an...
. These language programs are offered to students from both graduate schools (GSIR and GSIM).
The English language courses are designed for non-native English speakers who wish to develop their English proficiency to the level required to participate fully in the English-medium environment of IUJ. It includes an Intensive English Program (IEP) held in the summer and Academic English courses held throughout the academic year.
The Japanese Language Program (JLP) offers non-native Japanese speakers the opportunity to learn the Japanese language at four different proficiency levels, from Basic to Advanced.
Research & education platforms
To complement Academic work, IUJ requires all students to participate in research through a Research and Education Platform (REP). These platforms are sponsored by leading Japanese companies such as PanasonicPanasonic
Panasonic is an international brand name for Japanese electric products manufacturer Panasonic Corporation, which was formerly known as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd...
, Fuji Xerox
Fuji Xerox
is a joint venture partnership between the Japanese photographic firm Fuji Photo Film Co. and the American document management company Xerox to develop, produce and sell xerographic and document-related products and services in the Asia-Pacific region...
, Daikin and The AEON Group
AEON Group
is a group of retail and financial services companies based in Chiba, Japan, which is centered on Æon Co., Ltd. It has sister companies in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, and also trades under the JUSCO name. It claims to be Japan's largest retail group in terms of sales...
. The Platforms are designed in such a way that students participate actively in current research with faculty. The work done could culminate into a masters thesis. The IUJ Research & Education PLATFORM (REP) provides platforms upon which the characteristics of its two graduate schools are fused and developed in order to tackle practical and global problems. These platforms emphasize collaboration with other IUJ stakeholders such as sponsor companies, IUJ alumni, international organizations, governments, NGOs and the local community, so as to achieve a multidirectional and comprehensive approach to problem solving.
There are currently 17 themes under the aegis of the IUJ-REP. The themes are diverse, ranging from “International Cooperation, Development and Human Security” to “The Impact of Mobile Technologies on Markets and Societies”. Guest-speakers from academia and the industry are frequently invited to IUJ to give lectures on the various issues covered by the different themes. Participants can develop general but adequate and adaptable skills in tackling global issues in addition to their specialized knowledge acquired in their respective fields of study. As such, IUJ actively encourages its students to participate in the IUJ-REP.
The following is a comprehensive list of IUJ REP platforms:
- Global Governance and Development
- Studies in East Asia Community
- International Cooperation, Development and Human Security
- Evolution of Financial Systems under Globalization
- Community Involvement, Disaster Recovery and CSR
- The innovations of ICT and their strategic use in Governance, Society, and Globalization
- The impact of Mobile Technologies on Markets and Societies (website:Mobile Consumer Lab)
- Migration and the transformation of Japan into a Multicultural Society
- New Leadership in Japan and Asia under Globalization
- Corporate Restructuring and Mergers and Acquisitions
- Performance Evaluation and Incentive Syste
- Developing Sustainable Customers
- Toward Value Co-Creation through New Forms of Customer Relationships
- Dynamics of Strategy Formation
- Corporate Environmental Strategy and Management
- Descriptive Exploration of Global Financial Markets
- The Productivity and Efficiency Analysis: Techniques and Applications
For more details about the IUJ REP platforms go to
Campus and student life
Location
IUJ is located in Minami-Uonuma, a small city on the southeastern end of Niigata prefectureNiigata Prefecture
is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Honshū on the coast of the Sea of Japan. The capital is the city of Niigata. The name "Niigata" literally means "new lagoon".- History :...
, Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
. It is approximately 100km south of Niigata city
Niigata, Niigata
is the capital and the most populous city of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It lies on the northwest coast of Honshu, the largest island of Japan, and faces the Sea of Japan and Sado Island....
, the prefectural capital, and 230km northwest of Tokyo
Tokyo
, ; officially , is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan. Tokyo is the capital of Japan, the center of the Greater Tokyo Area, and the largest metropolitan area of Japan. It is the seat of the Japanese government and the Imperial Palace, and the home of the Japanese Imperial Family...
. The IUJ campus is situated in scenic but rural surroundings, in a region of Japan known as “Snow Country
Snow country (Japan)
Snow country refers to areas in Japan characterized by heavy, long-lasting snowfalls....
” because of the heavy snowfall in winter (on average about 2-3 meters). Apart from paddy fields and mountains, the area has a concentration of onsen
Onsen
An is a term for hot springs in the Japanese language, though the term is often used to describe the bathing facilities and inns around the hot springs. As a volcanically active country, Japan has thousands of onsen scattered along its length and breadth...
(hot springs) and ski resorts, making it a popular destination during the winter season.
The nearest railway station and town is Urasa
Urasa Station
is a train station located in Minamiuonuma, Niigata, Japan. It opened on September 1, 1923.- Adjacent stations :-External links:*...
, approximately 4km away. The Joetsu Shinkansen
Joetsu Shinkansen
The is a high-speed railway line connecting Tokyo and Niigata, Japan, via the Tōhoku Shinkansen, operated by the East Japan Railway Company .-History:The program was initiated in 1971 by Niigata-born prime minister Tanaka Kakuei...
has a stop at Urasa station. From here, it takes 40 minutes to reach Niigata city
Niigata, Niigata
is the capital and the most populous city of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It lies on the northwest coast of Honshu, the largest island of Japan, and faces the Sea of Japan and Sado Island....
and 100 minutes to reach Tokyo
Tokyo
, ; officially , is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan. Tokyo is the capital of Japan, the center of the Greater Tokyo Area, and the largest metropolitan area of Japan. It is the seat of the Japanese government and the Imperial Palace, and the home of the Japanese Imperial Family...
by shinkansen
Shinkansen
The , also known as THE BULLET TRAIN, is a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan operated by four Japan Railways Group companies. Starting with the Tōkaidō Shinkansen in 1964, the network has expanded to currently consist of of lines with maximum speeds of , of Mini-shinkansen with a...
(bullet train). IUJ runs a regular shuttle bus service between campus and Urasa station. Larger towns within a 30-minute drive from IUJ include Muika-machi
Muika, Niigata
was a town located in Minami-Uonuma District, Niigata, Japan.As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 28,687 and a density of 108.75 persons per km². The total area was 263.79 km²....
and Koide
Koide, Niigata
was a town located in Kitauonuma District, Niigata, Japan. It is famous for its snowy ski resort.As of 2003, the town had an estimated population of 12,735 and a density of 423.93 persons per km²...
. There are also local buses and trains in operation, but public transportation in the area is generally limited.
Dormitory facilities
Län
Län and lääni refer to the administrative divisions used in Sweden and previously in Finland. The provinces of Finland were abolished on January 1, 2010....
connectivity (￥2,000 per month, as of 2011). The monthly dormitory fee (as of 2011) is ￥32,000 for the single rooms and ￥50,000 for the MSA.
There is an on-campus convenience shop, Yamazaki. There are also various recreational and sporting facilities available to the students.
Student activities
Every full-time student enrolled in IUJ is automatically a member of the Graduate Student Organization (GSO), the students' unionStudents' union
A students' union, student government, student senate, students' association, guild of students or government of student body is a student organization present in many colleges and universities, and has started appearing in some high schools...
of IUJ. The GSO Executive Committee is a body of elected student representatives in-charge of general student welfare. Two other similarly-elected student bodies, the IM Council and the IR Council, take care of the academic welfare of the students in their respective schools (GSIM and GSIR).
IUJ students are encouraged to form their own clubs and societies. As such, a host of student societies have sprung up over the years, covering various academic, sporting and religious interests.
There is a number of annual on-campus and off-campus events organized by GSO with support from IUJ office and other clubs, such as IUJ Olympics, Around The World Festival, Ski Day, etc.
Corporate sponsorship
IUJ has retained strong connections with the Japanese business community since its inception, and this is also reflected by the number of corporations that have sent sponsored students to IUJ over the years. Sponsored students hail from various industries like financeFinance
"Finance" is often defined simply as the management of money or “funds” management Modern finance, however, is a family of business activity that includes the origination, marketing, and management of cash and money surrogates through a variety of capital accounts, instruments, and markets created...
, electronics
Electronics
Electronics is the branch of science, engineering and technology that deals with electrical circuits involving active electrical components such as vacuum tubes, transistors, diodes and integrated circuits, and associated passive interconnection technologies...
, manufacturing
Manufacturing
Manufacturing is the use of machines, tools and labor to produce goods for use or sale. The term may refer to a range of human activity, from handicraft to high tech, but is most commonly applied to industrial production, in which raw materials are transformed into finished goods on a large scale...
, telecoms, construction
Construction
In the fields of architecture and civil engineering, construction is a process that consists of the building or assembling of infrastructure. Far from being a single activity, large scale construction is a feat of human multitasking...
and retail
Retail
Retail consists of the sale of physical goods or merchandise from a fixed location, such as a department store, boutique or kiosk, or by mail, in small or individual lots for direct consumption by the purchaser. Retailing may include subordinated services, such as delivery. Purchasers may be...
. This wide variety of sponsor companies enables IUJ students to build strong networks across the Japanese business community.
Internship and job placements
IUJ’s career service, the Career Counseling and Services (CC&S), organizes career workshops, mock-interviews and also coaches & guides students in their job and internship hunt. Besides, it publishes IUJ Resume Book and distributes it to the companies. The career service also initiates and co-ordinates the on-campus selection and recruitment of candidates.Close ties with Japanese industry and business give IUJ an added advantage. The career service leverages upon these strong connections to increase the number of opportunities available to IUJ students. According to the 2007 IUJ Placement Report , 70% of employment candidates who went through career services secured jobs before graduation. Updated statistics and a chance to interact with the IUJ Career Counselor is available on the IUJ Career Site http://www.iuj.ac.jp/career/.
Exchange programs
IUJ has established student exchange programs with more than 40 respected institutions across Asia, Europe, and North America. The purpose of the program is to give students various opportunities and to learn in different educational environments and to broaden their horizons. Up to ten credits earned at the host institution could be transferred to IUJ with no extra tuition paid to the host institution.Updated lists of the GSIR partner schools and GSIM partner schools can be found at the respective school websites.
External links
- International University of Japan website
- GLOCOM – Center for Global Communications
- Economist Intelligence Unit – Which MBA Online
- http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records/modern_society/people_and_places/most_nationalities_in_a_sauna.aspx
- An Active Local Association
International University of Japan Top Ranked Global Management Degrees