Program overview
One-year career upgrade in the heart of Tokyo
The Full-time MBA Program classes are held in our Tokyo campus during weekdays, and internships are available with one of our 150 corporate partners in the final two-to-three months of the program.
What is the Full-time MBA?
The GLOBIS Full-time MBA is an accelerated, one-year program in Tokyo designed for ambitious professionals who want to grow quickly and build a global career while studying in Japan.
Through intensive coursework and hands-on internship experience, the program prepares you to advance, pivot, or launch your career in a new market.
Who is it for
The Full-time MBA is ideal for professionals who:
- Have a strong desire to level-up their career on a global scale
- Are ready to commit fully to an intensive one-year MBA degree in Japan
- Want to make an impact on society and find their personal mission
If you’re ready to make a bold move—professionally and geographically—this program offers a focused pathway.
What You’ll Experience
- A life-changing, one-year MBA program in Tokyo offering deep immersion into Japanese business culture
- Practical MBA coursework designed for rapid skill development
- Lecturer-guided internships with 150+ GLOBIS corporate partners
- Comprehensive student support, including visa sponsorship, housing assistance, living-in-Japan orientation, and tailored career guidance to help you navigate Japanese career pathways
- A diverse classroom environment with students from around the world
- Access to Japan’s largest MBA community and global alumni network
You’ll walk away with more than an MBA. Find your purpose and make an impact with a thriving professional network both in Japan and around the world.
For detailed curriculum, admissions requirements, and scholarship information, visit the GLOBIS University website.
What Our Students Say
Jeenika Lardizabal
Manager, Alter Domus Services Malta Ltd. / Class of 2015 Full-time MBA"The diverse network I gained during my time in Globis had given me support to grow professionally. Additionally, the international setting being surrounded by professionals of different cultures enhanced my skill sets including versatility, leadership, and gained global business perspective which gave me an edge in the corporate world."
Lyndon John Magbanua
Executive Director, International Bank / Class of 2018 Full-time MBA"GLOBIS gave me a clearer understanding of how to leverage my strengths in my role and helped me build an international network. The internship program gave me an opportunity to apply what I learned and tie everything together. It also served as a soft transition back to the workforce."
Ma. Cecile Lojo
Financial Analyst, Daimler Trucks Asia / Class of 2020 GLOBIS Full-time MBA"What I appreciated most about the GLOBIS MBA was the opportunity to learn and collaborate with students from various nationalities and backgrounds, each offering unique perspectives. This diverse environment enriched the overall learning experience and fostered a global mindset."
Start with Pre-MBA, finish your degree in Tokyo
If you want to experience GLOBIS before taking the MBA-plunge or just get a head start on your course load, start with Pre-MBA.
Pre-MBA allows you to:
- Complete fully-transferable MBA credits
- Spread the cost of tuition over time
- Meet other GLOBIS students and get adjusted to MBA-level coursework
Many international students begin their journey with Pre-MBA before continuing to Tokyo.