We are pleased to announce MBA Program in International Business Open Campus for this year.
If you are considering applying to Tsukuba MBA-IB, Open Campus offers you a great opportunity to learn more about our program and find out more about the application process.
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 14:00-15:30
Venue: Room 119, Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba
Language: Japanese
Registration: No registration required.
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Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 16:00-18:00
Venue: Room 134, Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba
Language: English
Registration: https://forms.gle/zKMvm586rQtsQiC36
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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.
Congratulations!
First Year Orientation & Entrance Ceremony will be held as follows.
| Date |
Saturday, April 4, 2026 09:30 – 12:30 *Orientation Registration 09:00 |
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| Venue |
Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba Room 134 (1st floor) |
| Date | Saturday, April 4, 2026 15:00 – 15:25 *Entrance Ceremony Registration 14:30 |
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| Venue | Tokyo Campus, University of Tsukuba Room B104 (1st basement floor) |
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:
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.
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.
Application Information for the Credited Auditors in the academic year of 2026 is available on the University's official website.
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.
MBA-IB course list open to the Credited Auditors is available below.
Associate Professor Dr. Caroline S. L. Tan has reported the following new publications as part of the latest faculty research update, highlighting her ongoing contributions to branding, sustainability, and consumer studies:
[Title]
Ouse Winery: Charting a New Brand Positioning Strategy
[Resource]
Ivey Case Publishing
[Title]
Carbon Neutrality
[Resource]
SAGE Business Foundations
[URL]
https://sk.sagepub.com/foundations/carbon-neutrality#_
[Title]
“Examining Attitude and Intention toward Demarketing: The Case of Mt. Fuji.” In The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism
[Publisher]
Routledge (Taylor & Francis eBooks)
[Title]
“The Influence of Food Safety Perception on Domestic Tourism in Japan.” In Global Challenges and Uncertainty in Tourism and Hospitality: Strategies for Resilience and Adaptation, Vol. 1
[Publisher]
Springer Nature
[URL]
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-92405-7_2
"Leadership and Learning are indispensable to each other ~ John F. Kennedy"
Welcome to Tsukuba MBA-IB's Speaker Series for AY2025.
We have selected speakers from diverse areas who will share with us their experiences and the current issues and trends faced in their respective areas.
Ms. Hiroko Kono
Executive coach
Ms. Rachel Leng
COO, Co-Founder, SeiRogai Inc.
Mr. Stuart Miller
Director of Marketing for Google for Education, Asia Pacific.
Mr. Passang Yolmo
OB, MBA-IB
Dr. Toru Noda
Visiting Professor, MBA-IB
President & CEO, Solasto Corporation
Koji Murakami (M2)
I participated virtually in the 10th International Conference on Advanced Research in Teaching and Education, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 7 (Friday) to November 9 (Sunday), 2025, where I delivered a presentation titled "Learning to Save Lives: Drivers and Detractors in BLS Education."
This presentation examined the key factors that influence the success of Basic Life Support (BLS) education, identifying both drivers and barriers within healthcare training environments. Attending the conference virtually provided an excellent opportunity to engage with international educators and researchers, exchange ideas, and receive valuable feedback. These insights will inform future strategies aimed at improving patient safety and clinical competency.
