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Driven by a desire to explore the world more and expand my own possibilities, I decided to study abroad in Japan. Particularly at GSM, there is a variety of subject choices and curriculum settings available, allowing not only for the acquisition of practical knowledge but also for the study of highly specialized theoretical subjects to a certain extent. Moreover, the student body includes professionals from various industries, students from different cultures, and individuals like myself who have proceeded directly from undergraduate studies, creating a richly diverse learning environment. The clash of different perspectives is something I find extremely intriguing. I believe this will lead to not just academic fulfillment but also significant expansion in personal relationships and international perspective.

Before I join GSM, I worked for IBM World Trade Corporation for 11 years. When I decided to shift to academia and earn a degree in business, I had to invest considerable time investigating the MBA programs in Japan. There are interesting programs offered by NUCB Business School, Hitotsubashi SBA, and Doshisha Global MBA. Although I got accepted by Hitotsubashi, and Doshisha University, I proceeded with Kyoto GSM International MBA Program owing to its state of art design. The idea of dividing the MBA program into two separate international programs, BA and PM, starting 2019 is truly efficient. It provides wider opportunities for applicants from different academic backgrounds to choose the program that best serves their future career. The curriculum is concise, neither too long nor too short, rather to the point and rich with the knowledge vital to successfully manage different projects.

I have studied in the faculty of engineering. However, I found myself strongly attached to the study of design, fashion, art and start up business. I want to be more professional in the area of fashion and business, which makes me to enroll in MBA course at Kyoto University. In this course, not only I learned all the fundamental knowledge about business, but I attended several projects studying the creation of new businesses and service design. It was the best place to explore my talents. Students are allowed to choose freely the contents of study according to their interests, and they can take the classes given by teachers and executives with various business experiences. This is why Kyoto University is so attractive for me.

I am a mechanical engineer and prior to GSM, I worked in various manufacturing companies for around 10 years. My experience in working led me to have a certain perspective on how a company's internal dynamics work. However, I was aware of my lack of understanding of how organizations and industries behave on a bigger scale. I also had interests in other areas such as marketing and hospitality. GSM’s i-BA program seemed to be the best choice for me as it involves classes in all these areas. Additionally, I knew that Kyoto University is one of the most prestigious universities in Japan and the rest of the world. An English-medium international MBA program at this university was too good of an opportunity to miss. The extracurricular activities at Kyoto University, such as being able to take Japanese language classes and join various events and student organizations, were also a factor in my decision.

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GSM Newsletter vol.10 (Japanese, partly English)

GSM Newsletter vol.10 (Japanese, partly English)
June, 2025

＜Topics＞
Interview with young researchers
GSM News
Executive Education
Alumni Testimonials
New Endowed Chairs
GSM DAY 2025