筑波大学 University of Tsukuba 国際経営プロフェッショナル専攻 Graduate School of Business Sciences MBA Program in international Business

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AY2025 Commencement Ceremony

AY2025 Commencement Ceremony

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The commencement ceremony was held on March 28 at the Tokyo Campus of the University of Tsukuba. 34 students graduated from MBA-IB.

Commencement Ceremony

[ Program ]
  • Opening Remarks
  • Conferral of Degrees by Student Representatives
  • Speech: Dr. Kyosuke NAGATA, President
  • Speech from Executive Dean
  • Speech from Dean
  • Valedictorian Speech: Student from Business Administration Program
  • Chorus: University of Tsukuba Mixed Chorus Group

Commencement Ceremony


DEGREE/DIPLOMA Conferral and Distribution

[ Program ]
  • Speech: Prof. Dr. Rémy Magnier-Watanabe, Chair of MBA-IB
  • Conferral of Degrees
  • Conferral of Executive Dean Award
  • Valedictorian Speech: Yasuhiro Harima

Commencement Ceremony


Commencement Ceremony



Congratulations!

Commencement Ceremony


Commencement Ceremony


AY2026 First Year Orientation & Entrance Ceremony

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First Year Orientation & Entrance Ceremony will be held as follows.

Please note that the Academic Service Office for the Business Sciences Area will be closed during the ceremony and orientation (All day).

First Year Orientation (held before the Entrance Ceremony)

Date Saturday, April 4, 2026 09:30 – 12:30
*Orientation Registration 09:00
Venue Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba
Room 134 (1st floor)

Entrance Ceremony

Date Saturday, April 4, 2026 15:00 – 15:25
*Entrance Ceremony Registration 14:30
Venue Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba
Room B104 (1st basement floor)

Assoc. Prof. Caroline S.L. Tan Appointed as Guest Editor for Journal of Global Marketing Special Issue

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Associate Professor Dr Caroline S.L. Tan is serving as Guest Editor for the forthcoming special issue titled "Consumer Culture Theory in a Globalized World" in the Journal of Global Marketing, published by Taylor & Francis. This special issue brings together cutting‑edge research on how globalisation shapes consumer culture, offering valuable insights for scholars and practitioners navigating cross‑cultural consumption and international marketing strategies.

The Journal of Global Marketing is a well‑established peer‑reviewed academic journal in the field of business and marketing with the following key metrics:

  • Impact Factor (2024): ~4.3, reflecting strong citation performance in scholarly research.
  • CiteScore (Scopus): ~7.7, indicating high visibility and influence across Scopus‑indexed literature.
  • Top Quartile (Q1) for CiteScore, placing the journal amongst the top 25 % in its subject area in Scopus.

https://think.taylorandfrancis.com/special_issues/consumer-culture-theory-in-a-globalized-world/

Overseas Business Studies AY2025

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A group of our students, led by Associate Professor Dr. Caroline S.L. Tan, recently spent an enriching and memorable week in Vilnius as part of the Business Studies course, gaining valuable first-hand insight into real-world business practices. The visit combined academic learning with practical exposure, offering students a unique opportunity to engage directly with leading organisations.

During the programme, students worked on a series of company-based projects, each focusing on a specific challenge. They conducted research, developed strategic ideas, and presented their proposals to industry professionals, an experience that strengthened not only their analytical and problem-solving abilities but also their confidence in professional communication.

The collaboration with organisations such as Hostinger, BIOK Lab, ISM University of Management and Economics, NordVPN, and BIOVELA Group provided students with valuable industry perspectives and constructive feedback on their ideas.

Beyond the classroom, the experience fostered collaboration, adaptability, and a deeper understanding of international business environments. It was an inspiring week that left students with new skills, broader perspectives, and lasting professional connections.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the companies and everyone who helped make this trip such a truly invaluable experience.


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MBA-IB Speaker Series AY2025 – Event Gallery

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MBA-IB invited executives for interactive sessions. In the course in AY2025, speakers talked about how to successfully manage companies in various industries and their career development stories.
Students actively participated in interactive discussions during the presentations. All classes were held onsite to meet the course objectives.


Day1 : January 17 - Ms. Hiroko Kono

MBA-IB Speaker Series

MBA-IB Speaker Series


Day2 : January 24 - Ms. Rachel Leng

MBA-IB Speaker Series

MBA-IB Speaker Series


Day3 : January 31 - Mr. Stuart Miller

MBA-IB Speaker Series

MBA-IB Speaker Series


Day4 : February 14 - Mr. Passang Yolmo

MBA-IB Speaker Series

MBA-IB Speaker Series


Day5 : February 21 - Dr. Toru Noda

MBA-IB Speaker Series

AY2026 Credited Auditors Application: Spring

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Official Website

Application Information for the Credited Auditors in the academic year of 2026 is available on the University's official website.

The Guidelines for Graduate Programs

Those who would like to attend the courses as a Credited Auditor, please follow the Guidelines for Graduate Programs and make sure that you submit complete documentation within the designated period.

Application Period (Online application only)
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - Friday, February 27, 2026
Note:
Application for only courses offered in Spring semester will be accepted during this period.

MBA-IB course list

MBA-IB course list open to the Credited Auditors is available below.

Course List