OpenFieldGraduate School of Distribution Sciences Master of Distribution Economics
Two-year research master’s degree analyzing Asian distribution networks, maritime freight logistics, econometric pricing models, and trade policy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in commerce, economics, or business with 2.80+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N1 or fluent Japanese
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master thesis research plan (approx. 2,000 characters in Japanese), CV, and transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- UMDS Graduate Research Fellowships offering ¥40,000 monthly study bursary
- Application fee
- ¥35,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥880,000 annual graduate tuition
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Marketing and Distribution Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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