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[Interview with the first recipient of Global Impact Maker Scholarship] Daisuke Kasayanagi, 7th cohort student: “Exploring the Possibilities of a New Capitalism and the Future of Social Change”
The Global Impact Maker Scholarship was established last year for practitioners that create social impact through business and/or operational related activities and aim for global expansion and collaboration.We spoke to the first scholarship recipient, Daisuke Kasayanagi, who enrolled in August this year. My name is Daisuke Kasayanagi. I work for an NPO called DPI Japan, […]
[Open enrollment] “Future of Capitalism” Invited Student Program
The “Future of Capitalism” course offers a transformative exploration into the evolving role of business in society. Through engaging dialogues with world-renowned thought leaders, this course dives deep into the challenges and opportunities that define capitalism today. From purpose-driven management to the intersection of business and the planet, participants will explore innovative ideas that challenge […]
[Interview with the second recipient of Kurishima Masakazu Scholarship] Jujiro Oue, 7th cohort student: “Forging New Management Routes with Eastern Wisdom”
The Kurishima Masakazu Scholarship was established with the support of voluntary donations with the aim of nurturing future leaders who embody the will and vision of the late Mr. Masakazu Kurishima. We spoke with the second recipient of the Kurishima Masakazu Scholarship, Jujiro Oue, who enrolled in August of this year. – First of all, […]
Shizenkan Participated in the 51st Nihonbashi-Kyobashi Festival
On Sunday, October 27, Shizenkan proudly participated in the 51st Nihonbashi-Kyobashi Festival, an annual event held since 1972. The festival’s main highlight, a parade stretching approximately two kilometers, began on Chuo Street and featured a vibrant array of participants. Leading the procession were representatives from local government and businesses, followed by various professional groups from […]
Japan Forum on the “Doughnut Economics” by the Future of Capitalism Initiative
TOKYO — On October 1, 2024, Shizenkan University in collaboration with IESE Business School and with support from the Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keizai Doyukai), hosted a groundbreaking event at the Shizenkan Campus, marking the very first introduction of Doughnut Economics in Japan. The event was part of “The Future of Capitalism” project, an […]
[Interview with the first recipient of the Social Innovators Scholarship] Kaoru Mitarai, 7th cohort student: “It is ME who will change society, and the new mission that has emerged at Shizenkan”
The Social Innovators Scholarship was established last year 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. We spoke to the first scholarship recipient, Kaoru Mitarai, who enrolled in August this year. – First of all, please […]
Shizenkan’s Center for Impact Economy Hosts Fourth Impact Night Event
Shizenkan’s Center for Impact Economy regularly hosts Impact Nights, a series of semi-closed events that bring together impact entrepreneurs, government and financial leaders, and anyone interested in creating social impact for an informal discussion and knowledge sharing. Taizo Otsuka (Director of Ame Kaze Taiyo, Ltd.) On September 9, the fourth event welcomed Mr. Taizo Otsuka, […]
[Open enrollment] Non-Degree Program “Challenge of Driving Social Innovation”
We are pleased to announce that Shizenkan University is now accepting applications for non-degree students. Application Guidelines [Non-degree program] The non-degree program is a system that allows non-Master’s students to take some of the courses offered by Shizenkan’s Professional Master’s Program on a course-by-course basis. Students who complete the coursework can earn credits. The course being offered […]