Low tuition at national universities
Low tuition at national universities
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MBA in Japan
What an MBA in Japan involves for Indian professionals — schools, costs, entry requirements and work rights.
- 3 business schools on our list
- GMAT/GRE guidance
- Work-experience review
- Loan support
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Is an MBA in Japan a good option for Indian students?
It suits professionals with 2–5 years' experience who want low tuition at national universities. Tuition is ≈ ¥535,800 a year at national universities; ¥1–1.5 million at private universities for most master's programs, and MBA fees are usually at the higher end. After graduating: graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status.
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Official sources: Study in Japan (JASSO)
MBA in Japan at a glance
- Typical length
- 1–2 years
- Tuition
- ≈ ¥535,800 a year at national universities; ¥1–1.5 million at private universities
- Living costs
- ≈ ¥80,000 – 150,000 per month
- Tests
- GMAT or GRE (some schools waive with experience)
- English
- IELTS or TOEFL for English-taught programs; JLPT for Japanese-taught programs
- Work during study
- Up to 28 hours a week with permission for activity outside status
- After graduation
- Graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status
Why
Why an MBA in Japan
MEXT government scholarships
MEXT government scholarships
Strong demand for engineers and IT professionals
Strong demand for engineers and IT professionals
Universities
Business schools and universities in Japan
Graduate business programs on our list; MBA fees can be higher than shown.
- Bachelor's degree in any field
- 2–5 years of full-time work experience (most schools)
- GMAT or GRE score (waivers exist)
- English: IELTS or TOEFL for English-taught programs; JLPT for Japanese-taught programs
- Essays, résumé and recommendations
- Interview
- Japanese language helps a lot for jobs
- April intake timelines start early
- Housing deposits (key money) can be high
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Most MBAs want 2+ years of experience. Without it, a Master's in Management (MiM) is usually the better fit.
Usually GMAT or GRE is asked; some schools waive it for strong experience or academic records.
Tuition is typically at the upper end of ≈ ¥535,800 a year at national universities; ¥1–1.5 million at private universities, plus living costs of ≈ ¥80,000 – 150,000 per month.
Graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status.
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