We are pleased to announce that the Shizenkan University is now accepting applications for non-degree* students. [Course description] For the last two decades, startups have been attracting increasing attention worldwide with capital, talent, and government support culminating into creating hundreds of “unicorns” (i.e. private companies that are valued over US$ 1 billion). At the center […]
Tokyo, August 23. Eighty-one new enrollees have embarked on their journey as the 8th cohort begins. This class includes students from 15 countries, representing diverse academic and professional backgrounds. The inauguration ceremony opened with a welcome address from Shizenkan’s founder, Prof. Tomo Noda, who spoke about the importance of leadership rooted in values and the […]
Shizenkan University has begun accepting applications for the 9th cohort, enrolling in late August 2026. Application Deadlines Shizenkan accepts applications only once a year for the August intake. The admissions process is conducted in three rounds. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online. Preparing the necessary documents, including essays and recommendations, takes time, so […]
1. Purpose The scholarship is available for practitioners that create social impact through business and/or operational related activities and aim for global expansion and collaboration. Applicants will enroll in the English class which comprises students with diverse cultural backgrounds. The purpose is to enhance global communications skills (including English language skills), deepen understanding of social […]
Shizenkan University has established a new “International Development Professionals Scholarship” (hereinafter referred to as the “the scholarship”). 1. Purpose The scholarship aims to develop persons with international development experience, possess a deeper understanding of management and social systems to resolve social issues and create systemic change on a global scale. 2. Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 3. […]
1. Purpose The scholarship is intended to support the development of the next generation of leaders and practitioners at NPOs and public organizations who are working toward solving social issues and creating social innovations. 2. Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 3. Scholarship Program Overview Scholarship applicants and the specific scholarship amount will be awarded based on a […]
1. Purpose The scholarship was implemented based on an agreement between the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) and Shizenkan University. The scholarship provides financial support for applicants from Australia and New Zealand, which aims to contribute to the promotion of friendship and continue strong economic ties between Japan and Australia […]
1. Purpose The scholarship was carried out with promotional cooperation from the Delegation of the EU to Japan. The scholarship provides financial support for applicants from EU countries, which aims to contribute to the promotion of friendship and continue strong economic ties between Japan and the EU and develop future leaders who can bring about […]
1. Purpose Shizenkan provides financial support for applicants from Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) countries, which aims to contribute to the promotion of friendship and continue strong economic ties between Japan and ASEAN countries, and develop future leaders who can bring about change on a global scale. 2. Scholarship Eligibility Criteria […]
1. Purpose The scholarship will provide financial support and is open to persons with refugee status who are currently living in Japan. The scholarship was established in alignment with our purpose to nurture whole-person management leaders that will contribute to the realization of a humane, equitable, inclusive, and sustainable society. 2. Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 3. […]
