Leading for Sustainabilty: Exploring the Effects of EU's CSRD Policy

Posted by Parineeta Bartakke on Dec 4, 2023 9:15:00 AM

Pari joined the Hitotsubashi ICS MBA Class of 2022 as a Young Leaders Program (YLP) scholar, bringing with her an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit and a wealth of diverse industry experiences. Her passion for sustainability and her drive to make a positive impact on the world set her apart as an exceptional addition to the program.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, MBA Program, Alumni Voice, MBA in Japan

Bai Xian Summer Program 2023: Forging Life-long Connections

Posted by Yuan Angela Shao on Nov 30, 2023 10:27:57 AM

Angela joined the ICS 2-year MBA program in 2022, bringing with her diverse industry experiences ranging from AI, high tech, life science, and semiconductor sectors. Drawing from her professional tenure mostly in Silicon Valley, she offers valuable insights into human capital practices and organization effectiveness. After earning her master’s degree in human resources management from Michigan State University, she joined Fortune 100 companies, honing hands-on skills and gaining invaluable field experiences.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, Student Voice, MBA Program, MBA in Japan

At the Forefront of Industry Transformation

Posted by Kuo Jian Wong on Sep 14, 2023 10:00:00 AM

As a Teaching Assistant for the course, Kuo Jian Wong offers unique insights. A recent graduate of Hitotsubashi ICS's MBA Class of 2021, he completed his 2-year MBA program in August 2023. Jian provides a glimpse into this newly endowed course, which was jointly run by Hitotsubashi ICS and INPEX Corporation

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, Student Voice, MBA Program, MBA in Japan

Post-ICS Culture: An ICS Alumni Perspective

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Sep 11, 2023 6:21:59 PM

During the thrilling conclusion of Fireside Chat 1, we had the incredible opportunity to unite aspiring MBA applicants with ICS alumni from different class years. Participants engaged in lively dialogues, discussing various aspects of the ICS culture, the student experience, and the MBA journey. Alumni panelists also shared valuable insights into how their post-ICS MBA experiences have contributed to their current successes in life.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, MBA Program, MBA in Japan, MBA Application

Best of BEST | Doing Business in Asia

Posted by Louise Lane Calicdan on Sep 6, 2023 11:34:51 AM

Recently graduated, Louise Lane Calicdan, a Young Leaders Program (YLP) scholar from the MBA Class of 2022, shares her remarkable experience undertaking Doing Business in Asia (DBiA). The program was annually run by Hitotsubashi ICS, Guanghua School of Management at Peking University, and the Graduate School of Business at Seoul National University. Hailing from an arts and cultural background, she approaches DBiA from an interesting perspective. 

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, Student Voice, MBA Program, MBA in Japan

Why Hitotsubashi ICS? Introducing the University and its MBA Program

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Sep 6, 2023 11:19:45 AM

During our recent online Open campus event, we had the pleasure of introducing participants to the vibrant culture of Hitotsubashi ICS, as well as providing insights into our MBA program and the unique offerings of our institution. One of the highlights was the opportunity for participants to delve into the world of Japanese Business and Economy (JBE), a signature course that forms an integral part of our MBA curriculum.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, MBA Program, MBA in Japan, MBA Application

OIST-Hitotsubashi Internship Program 2023 | A Nexus of Science, Business and Culture

Posted by Qianyi Ye on Aug 28, 2023 10:39:08 AM

Qianyi Ye, a 2-year MBA Program student from the Class of 2022, shares her recent internship experience in this edition of Byline ICS. The internship program was jointly run by Hitotsubashi ICS and the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). In the article, she discusses how she leveraged both her current MBA learnings and her professional experience.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS, Why Hitotsubashi ICS, Student Voice, MBA Program, MBA in Japan, Internship

ICS Alumni Day 2022 | Part 1

Posted by Byline ICS on Jul 30, 2022 8:05:53 PM

Hitotsubashi ICS organized, together with the ICS Alumni Association, the 2nd Online ICS Alumni Day on Saturday, June 25. The event was co-hosted by Professor Yoshi Fujikawa (Yoshi), the faculty in charge of external relations and external affairs, and Yukiko Ueno (Yuki), an EMBA alumna from the Class of 2020.

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Topics: Life at Hitotsubashi ICS

5 Ways a Global MBA in Japan Can Change Your Life

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jul 7, 2022 5:45:00 PM

After having worked full-time for a few years, you may be looking for a new challenge in your career. Of course, you can simply try to get a promotion in the company you work for or find a job at a different company in a one-step-up role, but you might be interested in a more drastic change. Having some work experience is imperative, as MBA classes involve case-based discussions, so drawing on your professional experiences will contribute to peer learning.

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Global MBA in Japan Success Stories

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jul 6, 2022 6:15:00 PM

As getting an MBA is a significant investment of both time and money, you may be considering multiple MBA programs in Japan and elsewhere to try and determine what will be the best option for you. Depending on your career goals and life ambitions, a global MBA program in Japan could be the right choice to support fulfill your purpose. 

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MBA in Japan, 5 Unique Global Network Courses

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jul 5, 2022 5:15:00 PM

In these fast-changing times, staying abreast of new developments and making use of exciting new possibilities for international collaboration has become an essential part of many professional jobs. Going back to school after a few years of working full-time can be a great way to quickly gain a wealth of the newest insights and understand their real-world implications in a way that you couldn’t yet during your undergrad studies. A global MBA in Japan could be an excellent choice, depending on your career goals. Global Network Courses, in which member schools connect to enable students to practice working globally, are more relevant than ever in today’s changing world. Let’s look at why doing an MBA in Japan is a good idea and five examples of unique Global Network Courses you could take at Hitotsubashi ICS.

 

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Alumni Donation Ambassador - Yasu,  EMBA, Class of 2021

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jun 30, 2022 8:45:00 AM

This June, we are running the ICS Alumni Donation Drive, a one-month initiative inviting students, alumni, faculty, and the Schools friends and family to come together, and make a collective impact on ICS' Future. 

In this blog, post, we want to share Yasu's story, an EMBA alumnus from the Class of 2021 and also one of the ICS Alumni Donation Drive Ambassadors.

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Alumni Donation Ambassador - Sylvia,  MBA, Class of 2021

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jun 29, 2022 7:45:00 PM

This June, we are running the ICS Alumni Donation Drive, a one-month initiative inviting students, alumni, faculty, and the Schools friends and family to come together, and make a collective impact on ICS' Future. 

In this blog, post, we want to share Sylvia's story, an MBA alumnus from the Class of 2021 and also one of the ICS Alumni Donation Drive Ambassadors.

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Alumni Donation Ambassador - Yuki,  EMBA, Class of 2020

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jun 29, 2022 8:15:00 AM

This June, we are running the ICS Alumni Donation Drive, a one-month initiative inviting students, alumni, faculty, and the Schools friends and family to come together, and make a collective impact on ICS' Future. 

In this blog, post, we want to share Yuki's story, an EMBA alumnus from the Class of 2020 and also one of the ICS Alumni Donation Drive Ambassadors.

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Topics: Alumni Voice

Alumni Donation Ambassador - Ken,  MBA, Class of 2016

Posted by Hitotsubashi ICS on Jun 28, 2022 8:15:00 PM

This June, we are running the ICS Alumni Donation Drive, a one-month initiative inviting students, alumni, faculty, and the Schools friends and family to come together, and make a collective impact on ICS' Future. 

In this blog, post, we want to share Ken's story, an MBA alumnus from the Class of 2016 and also one of the ICS Alumni Donation Drive Ambassadors.

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Topics: Alumni Voice

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