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Having spent the last seven years studying design and working in the creative marketing industry, I felt limited on how much I could really use my career to make a positive and lasting impact on current society. Though many MBAs around the world offer very practical skills and appeal to many by the simple prestige of the qualification, Doshisha University’s program specifically stood out by the authentic desire to share knowledge for the benefit of society and the environment around us. In particular, the program's focus on Creativity and Culture as well as Sustainability and Green Business deeply resonated with me, as I've long been captivated by how Japanese society seamlessly upholds its culture, traditions, and environment whilst simultaneously being at the forefront of innovation.

The faculty has truly created a learning environment that cannot be found anywhere else in the world, where students from around the globe are able to share their passions, ideas and experiences to transform the world around us for the next generations. And on top of that, studying in the cultural heart of Japan is an unbelievably powerful combination that is just unmissable. The enthusiasm that permeates the campus is contagious, and I am endlessly eager to learn everything I can.

I embarked on my Doshisha Business School (DBS) journey driven by a dual passion for KAIZEN culture and Responsible Business Practices. As a professional at the Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI), while implementing the Green Business Transition Projects, I witnessed the impact of Japanese KAIZEN in few manufacturing that implement it. DBS's reputation for academic excellence, rich culture, and commitment to Green Business courses aligned perfectly with my goals. Joining this prestigious institution represented not only a pursuit of academic growth but also a deepening of the KAIZEN culture and Green Business expertise. My journey here at Doshisha symbolizes a fusion of culture, continuous improvement, and responsible leadership.

During the pandemic, I realized how interconnected we are and how people from different countries can share the same experiences. Throughout my tenure as a nurse, I wanted to be a pioneer in my field and push the boundaries of what nurses can achieve. Blending business and healthcare is my goal and being in Kyoto where innovations happen every day, makes it the perfect choice for shaping my future career. At Doshisha I believe I can grow to be a culturally competent leader in this new and exciting field beside my diverse classmates.

A few years ago, I dreamed of joining a prestigious MBA program in a stunning city, and now that dream is my reality at Doshisha Business School (DBS). Choosing DBS was not difficult, the more I learned about it, the more I admired it. Its incredible diversity, the strong alumni network, experienced faculty, and impressive ROI convinced me that this is the ideal place to not only reach my potential but also acquire the tools to reach my ambitions. Two weeks into my MBA journey, it has been a challenging yet dynamic experience, but I’m thrilled by the rewards and excitement that lie ahead. DBS offers me more than just classroom learning; its diverse peers and experienced faculty provide valuable insights and networking opportunities, on and off campus. Therefore, I am confident that the combination of DBS’s impressive curriculum, distinguished faculty, and diverse classmates will equip me with the skills, knowledge, and perspectives to excel as a responsible business leader in a rapidly changing world.

Selecting Doshisha University for my academic journey is a decision rooted in its illustrious reputation, offering me a global learning platform enriched by a diverse student body that promises to expand my knowledge horizon. Opting to study in Japan, particularly in the culturally rich city of Kyoto, is a conscious choice influenced by the country's heritage and its pioneering role in technological advancements. My professional background has exposed me to diverse environments, and I am eager to harness this experience in pursuit of an MBA, further enhancing my professional competencies. My goal is to leverage the unique opportunities at Doshisha University to prepare for a leadership role in my future career, making a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Finding Doshisha’s Global MBA was at the same time a pleasant surprise and a relief. I come from a cultural background, with a career in entertainment, arts and communication, and I believed that I was lacking knowledge about business and management to pursue my professional objectives. However, I continue to be deeply interested in cultural topics, and before finding the Global MBA I didn’t think it would be possible to unite my goal and my passion in just one program.

This program provides fundamental management and business classes and also the opportunity to study in depth not only culture, but also sustainability and green business, and business in Asia, which functions completely differently from the ones in Brazil and Latin America. Another great advantage of the program is that it is really diverse. We are almost 50 students, but we come from more than 40 different countries. It’s incredible to experience so many distinct backgrounds and cultures. I believe this is a game changer for keeping an open mind and learning, which are the main objectives in a graduate program.

I have been working in the creative industry for more than ten years. The last couple of years has been tough on all of us. So as COVID restrictions loosened up, I felt the need to try something new. I have decided to expand my business and managerial skills by joining an MBA program.

I was always fascinated with Japanese culture, so after throughout research, I have decided to apply to Doshisha Business School. Located in the most beautiful city in Japan, Kyoto, they offer quite a unique curriculum, with "Sustainability and Green Business" and "Culture and Creativity" being my favorites. They provide a fantastic MBA program with exceptional faculty. Considering that my class consists of students from all over the world (27 countries!) I cannot wait to see how my new DBS family will help me become a better manager, leader, and, finally, a better person.

Want to step out from your monotone routine, immerse into the conscience personal and professional development, or maybe you dream to solve the world's biggest challenges? Doshisha's Global Business can help you with such aspirations! Let me give you a couple of reasons why.

Firstly, Doshisha Business School provides you with a deep dive into such courses as Foundations for Sustainable Management, Green Management in Action, Sustainable Human Resource Management, Creativity in Organizations, Knowledge and Innovation Management with top tier professional staff. All these courses will perfectly upgrade your skill set to make a real difference on a global scale.

Secondly, Doshisha Business School is your ticket to cutting-edge science, advanced knowledge and technology. This cultural journey might help you to come up with fresh sustainable ideas to a worldwide community. And the last, but not least reason is Doshisha Business School's location itself. Home to 40 institutions of higher education, Kyoto is presented not only as one of the academic centers of Japan, but also the place to absorb a great cultural heritage. I'm sure studying in Doshisha Business School in Kyoto will not only amplify academic achievements, but also reveal uniqueness and individuality in each student.

I have visited Kyoto many times due to its cultural sense and beauty, and Doshisha school and students have made a big impression on me. Besides, the reputation of the MBA school of Doshisha in Japan is exceptional. After taking classes for a while, the classes answer the curiosity that I have stuck with during my working time, also it is expanding my knowledge and expertise further. Meanwhile, I gain a lot of experience sharing with classmates who come from a diversity of age, genders and nationalities. This has led me to feel a part of the international community.

Living in Japan for 5 years as an ALT at a senior high school in Himeji I was looking for ways I could continue to grow my career in Japan. Then I discovered the DBS program which was in Kyoto and thought to myself “wow what an opportunity”! I heard from my senpai friends that also studied the GMBA that it is a great programme that can really help your career and develop skills needed to work in Japan and abroad. I hope to continue working in Japan, hoping to work in a company between Australia and Japan strengthening the business and cultural bonds between the two countries.