10 Best Business Administration (MBA) Programs in Japan

10 Business Administration (MBA) courses are taught at 8 universities in Japan; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Hokkaido Tokai University, Aoyama Gakuin University and Kyoto Sangyo University.

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1Bachelor's Degree

#44 in Japan Japan

Department of Business Administration

Hokkaido Tokai University — The Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Hokkaido Tokai University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with essential business skills...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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2Master's Degree

#130 in Japan Japan

Department of Business Administration

Aoyama Gakuin University — The Master's Degree in Business Administration at Aoyama Gakuin University provides a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of business management. The progra...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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3Bachelor's Degree

#163 in Japan Japan

Business Administration

Kyoto Sangyo University — The Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Kyoto Sangyo University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and pract...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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4Bachelor's Degree

#166 in Japan Japan

Faculty of Business Administration

Ryukoku University — Overview of the Business Administration Program The Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Ryukoku University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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5Master's Degree

#166 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Business Administration

Ryukoku University — The Graduate School of Business Administration at Ryukoku University offers a comprehensive Master's degree designed to equip students with essential skills for today's d...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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6Program

#221 in Japan Japan

Faculty of Business Administration

Aomori University — The Faculty of Business Administration at Aomori University offers a comprehensive program designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in various aspec...

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—Duration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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7Bachelor's Degree

#261 in Japan Japan

Economics and Business Administration

Kyushu Kyoritsu University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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8Master's Degree

#261 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Economics and Business Administration

Kyushu Kyoritsu University

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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9Master's Degree

#302 in Japan Japan

Master of Business Administration

International University of Japan — The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the International University of Japan is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business practi...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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10Bachelor's Degree

#465 in Japan Japan

Business Administration

Chukyo Gakuin University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Hokkaido Tokai University is cited most (1,997,762 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 5 bachelor's and 4 master's. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Ryukoku University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Business Administration (MBA) in Japan?

Hokkaido Tokai University (#44 in Japan), Aoyama Gakuin University (#130 in Japan) and Kyoto Sangyo University (#163 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Business Administration (MBA) course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Business Administration (MBA) courses start in Japan?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Business Administration (MBA) courses in Japan?

Ryukoku University, with 2, ahead of Kyushu Kyoritsu University (2).

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