Below are some of the most common questions about our graduate school that have been received so far.
About the curriculum
- I understand that the program is mainly on weekends, but do I need to attend classes on weekdays?
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The company diagnostic training (held twice in the first year and three times in the second year) may be held on weekdays for a few days. (The schedule will be announced approximately one month before the start of the training.)
- How is the business diagnostic training conducted?
- One training session lasts about one month (effectively about 10 days). Four or five days are spent on company visits and another four or five days on on-campus research and analysis.
- How much computer skill do you need?
- Basic computer operation skills (basic operations such as word processing software, spreadsheet software, presentation software, email, and web conferencing) are required for analytical research and document creation during practical training and exercises. Please also prepare a laptop computer by the start of the course. (Windows OS is recommended)
- Is it possible to take a leave of absence while enrolled in the Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant Registration Training Course?
- According to ministerial ordinance, taking a leave of absence while enrolled in this registered training course is not permitted.
others
- Are there any other places to study outside of the classroom?
- There is a self-study space (shared research lab) exclusively for graduate students. Color printers and copy machines are also available on campus.
- Is there a tuition support system?
- We provide information on the Japan Student Services Organization scholarship and a tuition loan system in partnership with multiple financial institutions. In addition, this registered training course is eligible for the education and training benefit system (specialized practical education and training benefit) designated by the Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare.