OpenFieldInternational University of Japan - Tokyo Research & Liaison Center
The International University of Japan (IUJ) Tokyo Center is the capital research and corporate partnership hub of Japan's first all-English-medium postgraduate institution, globally renowned for international relations, international management, and digital governance.
Academic overview & excellence
Founded with the backing of Japan's major economic federations (Keidanren), the International University of Japan operates its Tokyo Office in Minato-ku to connect its residential Minamiuonuma campus with multinational corporations, Japanese ministries (METI, MOFA), and global development banks. IUJ houses two AACSB-accredited graduate schools: the Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) and the Graduate School of International Management (GSIM). Over 85% of scholars hail from more than 70 countries, forming a top-tier international policy and business network.
Research admissions & criteria
Admission to IUJ Master's and PhD programs is conducted entirely in English. Applicants must hold an accredited bachelor's degree (minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA), submit standardized test scores (GMAT or GRE for MBA/MSc Economics; institutional waivers available for qualifying profiles), verified English language scores (TOEFL iBT 80+ or IELTS 6.5+), a statement of purpose outlining international development or corporate leadership goals, and two professional/academic letters of recommendation.
Verified opportunities & funding programs (7)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - AACSB Accredited
Two-year, fully English-taught AACSB-accredited MBA program training global executives in corporate finance, Asian supply chains, digital marketing strategy, and cross-cultural organizational leadership.
Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship in International Development
Prestigious fully funded multilateral scholarship for citizens of ADB borrowing member countries pursuing Master's degrees in International Development or Public Policy at IUJ.
Master of Arts in International Relations and Asia-Pacific Security
Two-year master's program examining great power competition, nuclear deterrence, human rights, peacebuilding diplomacy, and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Relations & Public Governance
Three-year doctoral program training scholars and policy analysts in quantitative political methodology, international political economy, development economics, and multilateral governance.
Tokyo Corporate Finance & Multinational Strategy Practicum
Twelve-week summer internship in Marunouchi or Roppongi Hills matching MBA candidates with Japanese trading conglomerates (Sogo Shosha), global management consultancies, or tech firms.
Master of Science in Digital Transformation and Public Policy
One- or two-year interdisciplinary master's degree exploring smart cities, digital government transformation, data privacy governance, artificial intelligence ethics, and public sector ICT management.
Executive Certificate in Cross-Cultural Negotiations and Global Leadership
Five-day intensive executive certificate in Tokyo for corporate directors and diplomats, analyzing multi-party stakeholder consensus, East-West negotiation psychology, and crisis leadership.
Distinguished faculty & researchers (3)
Prof. Dr. Takehiko Uemura
President and Professor of International Public Policy · Graduate School of International Relations
Prof. Dr. Takehiko Uemura is President of IUJ, analyzing global environmental institutions, climate change treaty negotiations, and international financial institutions in developing economies.
Prof. Dr. Wenkai Li
Dean and Professor of Operations Management · Graduate School of International Management
Prof. Dr. Wenkai Li directs the GSIM business school, specializing in quantitative supply chain risk models, inventory distribution optimization, and maritime freight scheduling.
Prof. Dr. Maung Aung Myoe
Dean and Professor of Asia-Pacific Security Studies · Department of International Relations
Prof. Dr. Maung Aung Myoe is an international authority on Southeast Asian security architecture, civil-military dynamics, and major power competition in the ASEAN sphere.
Editorial & verification standards
Institution profile and program records reflect official documentation verified on 2026-10-15. OpenField is an independent student academic resource and is not formally affiliated with International University of Japan - Tokyo Research & Liaison Center.