Minor

You can acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills in fields other than those of your faculty or department. Broaden the scope of your learning with a view to your future career development.

The minor is part of our liberal arts and sciences education. Liberal arts and sciences refers to a flexible combination of basic academic knowledge, specialized research, and foreign language learning. Liberal means "free," and this word has been used in the Western world since ancient Greece and Rome to mean "befitting a free citizen." Arts broadly refers to academics or the arts and sciences. Science means science, including humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. In order to tackle the various issues of modern society, it is necessary to apply basic knowledge of AI and information-related subjects, as well as mathematics, statistics, physics, and medicine.

Expand your possibilities with an extra bit of Specialized Knowledge
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4 minors

Expand your possibilities with an extra bit of Specialized Knowledge

The minor is a system in which students can choose a second area of expertise, with the aim of acquiring a multifaceted perspective and problem-solving skills. We have established the "Minor in Entrepreneurship" to cultivate practical management skills with the aim of starting a business, the "Economics & Management Minor" to study in English the state of the economy and companies as globalization progresses, and the "Minor in Global Studies" to acquire knowledge and advanced English language skills appropriate for global citizens. In the future, we plan to further develop minors that will deal with themes directly related to the issues of modern society.

[Point 1] Students from all faculties can take this course

[Point 2] Coordinators support academic learning

[Point 3] Students who earn credits can receive a certificate of completion.

The unit of study is a total of 16 credits consisting of the required "core courses" and other "Related Courses" designated for each minor. Students who have earned the credits can receive a certificate of completion as proof that they have systematically acquired knowledge and practical skills, which can be useful for job hunting and further education.

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Acquire knowledge and skills across two specialized fields

[Case 1] I want to acquire finance knowledge and data analysis skills.
Students will learn Specialized Knowledge and statistics, and acquire the ability to analyze the economy.
[Case 2] I want to find a job that uses my English to contribute to cultural development.
In addition to gaining English language proficiency and cultural understanding, students will also acquire knowledge of global economics and management.
[Case 3] I want to exchange information with people around the world
Students will develop media literacy and learn about world politics, society, and culture in an interdisciplinary way in English.
[Case 4] I want to start a business based overseas
Students will acquire comprehensive, world-class practical knowledge of economics, business administration, and corporate management.

4 minors

In order to help students realize their future dreams, they can study in a way that enhances their overall abilities by combining their studies with the specialized fields of their respective faculty and department.

Minor in Entrepreneurship
Minor in Economics and Management
Minor in Global Studies
Minor in Data Science

Minor in Entrepreneurship

Cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit and developing practical skills

We conduct multifaceted, practical corporate research and develop entrepreneurial knowledge and skills. In addition to basic knowledge of microeconomics and business administration, students will learn practical skills through bookkeeping exercises and other activities, and furthermore, acquire teamwork and leadership skills through problem-solving projects. We aim to nurture not only entrepreneurs, but also independent business people who can demonstrate their abilities in any environment.

[Examples of subjects]
- Interdisciplinary problem-solving project
- Entrepreneurial Internship
- Fundamentals of Business Management
- Microeconomics
- Bookkeeping Exercises
- Accounting Basics
- Venture Business Theory
- finance

etc.

[Pick up class] Entrepreneurial internship
Through internships or fieldwork during the summer vacation, students are taught to objectively analyze the challenges faced by companies or entrepreneurs, derive solutions to those challenges, and express original proposals that meet market needs in their own words and with materials.

Minor in Economics and Management

Developing skills to succeed on the global stage

We develop talent who have both the expertise in economics and business administration necessary to work in a global company and the ability to communicate in English. We cover a wide range of cutting-edge topics, from introductory subjects dealing with the economy in general to politics, trade, and environmental issues. Classes are generally conducted in English, with the expectation that students will be able to immediately take on global roles regardless of industry or line of business.

[Examples of subjects]
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Accounting
- Trade Economics
- International Finance
- Comparative Politics
- Organizational Behavior
- Topics in Economics

etc.

[Pick up class] Introduction to Economics
This course covers basic concepts, models and methodologies of economics, split into microeconomics and macroeconomics. The former focuses on consumers and producers, while the latter focuses on aggregate demand, aggregate supply, inflation, unemployment, government fiscal policy, etc. Classes are conducted in English.

Minor in Global Studies

Cultivate the ability to understand different cultures and connect the world

Students will study interdisciplinary subjects in English on topics such as international relations, human rights, peace, communication, and cultural comparison, with the aim of becoming true global citizens. In today's world, where various cultures, social phenomena, and information are shared across borders, tolerance for different cultures is required. In addition to sufficient knowledge and culture, what is required is the ability to communicate and collaborate.

[Examples of subjects]
- Minor Seminar (Global Studies)
- Survey of Global Studies
- Global Civics
- Survey of Political Ideas
- Peace Studies
- Communication Studies
- World Englishes

etc.

[Pick up class] Survey of Global Studies
This course will provide an overview of the terminology, theories, and topics that are the foundation of global studies. It will then provide lectures on topics such as peace, security, energy, development, economics, and the environment, with reference to historical and cultural backgrounds. Classes will be conducted in English.

Minor in Data Science

Analyzing and solving social issues with data science

We aim to develop digital talent, particularly talent with strong data science skills. Through foundational subjects, students will gain a deeper understanding of data utilization in society and acquire basic knowledge of statistics and programming. On top of that, students will learn about big data analysis methodologies and the actual use of data in the workplace, such as in companies.

[Examples of subjects]
- Knowledge and Data
- Programming Basics A
- Governance of the Data Society
- Computing Applications B
- Data Science Fundamentals
- Quantitative Data Analysis Methodology
- Social statistics 1
- Big Data Analysis Methodology

etc.

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