Japan's 1st Live Online MBA Program

Discover your purpose with GLOBIS’s Part-time & Online MBA program. Our distance learning MBA course is a two-year degree program held in real-time using video conferencing software. This is a virtual, global MBA course that allows you to develop the skills you need to empower your future.

Connect live with lecturers and fellow learners from around the world to gain insights into international business. Find your purpose and take your career to the next level with Japan’s leading Online MBA course. Apply for our Part-time & Online MBA today.

Why Choose GLOBIS Online MBA?

Our holistic Online MBA course is purpose-driven, hands-on, and immersive. Working towards an MBA degree online allows you to transform your future, from the location that suits you best. Get the foundations you need to enhance your life and career.

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Practical for Today’s Leaders

With our live Online MBA, there are no one-way lectures. Take part in interactive discussions, and role play as a CEO or manager to learn how to make better business decisions.

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Courses Focused on Startups and Technology

Our groundbreaking Online MBA curriculum will cover everything you need to know about creating your own business, while you learn about emerging, innovative technologies (what we call Technovate).

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Gateway to the World

When you’re studying for your MBA degree online, you’ll get access to the expansive GLOBIS business network. Connect with professionals from over 68 countries, from a vast range of backgrounds.

Online MBA Course Overview

Start Date October 2025
Length 24 months
Location 100% Live online
Class Schedule Weekdays, weekends
Class Size Maximum 35 students
Tuition 3,250,000 JPY (Approx. 19,000 EUR)

Online MBA Curriculum

The curriculum for our Part-time & Online MBA program is hands-on, immersive, and holistic. It’s the same course content as our full-time MBA program, but delivered online. When you enroll in the GLOBIS Online MBA, you’ll get to experience the challenges and triumphs of being a leader.

Required Modules
  • Accounting I (Financial Accounting)
  • Essentials of Accounting
  • Finance I (Corporate Finance)
  • Essentials of Finance
  • Accounting II (Managerial Accounting)
  • Leadership Development, Ethics and Values
  • Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • Essentials of Marketing and Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Operation Strategy
  • Strategy
  • Human Resource Management
  • Organizational Behaviour and Leadership
Required Elective Modules
  • Business Analytics
  • Critical Thinking
  • Technovate Thinking
Elective Modules
  • Finance II (Valuation and M&A)
  • Finance III (Mergers and Acquisitions)
  • Business Presentation
  • Facilitation and Negotiation
  • Corporate Philosophy and Social Values
  • Keiei Dojo (Developing ‘Human Skills’)
  • Customer Journey and Branding
  • Service Management
  • Power and Influence
  • Data Science for Business
  • Design Thinking and User Experience
  • Technovate Strategy
  • Venture Business Planning
  • Venture Management
  • Venture Capital and Finance
  • Business Transformation Through Innovation
  • Financial Reorganization
  • Strategic Reorganization
  • Cross Cultural Management
  • Globalization of Japanese and Asian Companies
  • Global Perspectives
  • Japanese Management: New Systems, Lasting Values
  • Asian Small Medium Enterprise (SME) Business Expansion Project
  • CEIBS Visit Program
  • Integrated Learning Program – Internship
  • Research & Startup Project (G-INCUBATE)
  • CBS Visit Program
  • Corporate Mentorship Program
  • Japan MBA Experience (JMEx)
  • Social Venture Management
  • Creative Leadership
  • Digital Biotech and Healthcare Innovation
  • Emotion-Driven Innovation
  • Innovation Through Virtual Teams
  • Moonshot Transformation
  • Technovate for Future Enterprise
  • Cybersecurity for Business
  • Digital Marketing Psychology
  • Entrepreneurship Without Borders
  • Leading Big Data Strategy
  • Robotics and AI Business Innovation

Who Is Our Online MBA Course For?

Our distance learning MBA is designed for future leaders. Apply for our Online MBA to find your focus, develop world-class skills, and enrich your career path. Study for an MBA online with Japan’s leading business school, from the comfort of your own home. It’s a course that’s designed to fit around your life and transform your future career.

Applicants to our online graduate MBA program include individuals from the finance, IT, and consulting sectors, but we believe everyone can benefit from our Online MBA.

Application Requirements

  1. At least 22 years of age
  2. Minimum 2 years of professional working experience*
  3. Proficiency in English
  4. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree*

See the full requirements and deadlines by downloading our comprehensive Admissions Guide (PDF).

Holistic Online MBA Learning Style

You’ll be immersed in a unique, holistic learning style from your very first Online MBA lesson. The Japanese concept of kokorozashi is at the heart of every module. Your kokorozashi is your driving force–the thing that motivates you to grow and evolve, bringing meaning to your life. When you study towards an MBA degree online with GLOBIS, we’ll help you to find yours. You’ll also learn the skills to empower others to find their kokorozashi–something all good leaders can do.

Our Online MBA school extends far beyond the virtual classroom; there’s so much more to our style of learning than simply listening to others via a screen. Expect interactive, energetic, inspiring classes, even when you’re studying remotely. Take part in group work in a virtual breakout room, engage in lively discussions, and deliver presentations to further develop your skills. Our Online MBA tutors will always encourage you to find your own solutions to deepen your understanding.

Online MBA Fees & Scholarships

Scholarships are available for Online MBA applicants, covering up to 50% of total tuition costs. These are for applicants who can demonstrate their potential to contribute to the GLOBIS community via excellent academic performance and strong leadership qualities.

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GLOBIS Scholarship

Up to 50% of your Online MBA tuition can be covered by GLOBIS.

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Installment System

Pay off your Online MBA tuition in four installments over two years.

Enrollment Fee
80,000 JPY
To be paid at the end of August 2025
Tuition
3,250,000 JPY
To be paid in four installments of 812,500 JPY over the course of two years
Total Fees Over One Year
3,250,000 JPY
 

Career Support

The GLOBIS career office has an outstanding track record of helping Online MBA graduates thrive in their future careers.

Get access to our network of over 140 corporate partners, and expand your network by joining thousands of GLOBIS MBA graduates from over 60 countries.

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91% experienced a positive impact in their career
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91% experienced a positive impact in their personal life
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18% average salary increase by the time of graduation

Online MBA FAQs

How much does studying for an Online MBA cost?

The total tuition cost for two years of study via our Online MBA program is 2,998,000 JPY (approximately 21,500 EUR). This cost covers tuition, access to the GLOBIS international network, and career support as you decide on your next steps.

What are the benefits of studying for an MBA online?

There are many benefits of studying for an MBA online with GLOBIS. These include:

  • A flexible, Part-time MBA course that fits around your busy life
  • Connect live with lecturers and fellow students via state-of-the-art video conferencing technology
  • Gain practical knowledge and real-world insight into how businesses operate
  • Learn every aspect of how to successfully lead a global business
  • Increase your understanding of the international business network
  • Find your kokorozashi
  • Realize your full potential
  • Improve your future career prospects
  • Build your international network
  • Develop your soft skills—studying for an MBA online will require great people skills, self-discipline, and more
  • Study from the comfort of your own home–or anywhere else
How exactly is the Online MBA course delivered?

Our online, distance learning MBA is delivered live, via video conferencing technology. You’ll study from your computer, but all classes take place live, in real-time, so you’ll be able to interact directly with tutors and classmates alike.

Lectures are delivered live, while smaller group discussions take place via virtual breakout rooms and other interactive tools. You’ll get exactly the same experience as if you were studying for an MBA in person–you’ll just be in your home instead of in a classroom.

What language is the Online MBA delivered in?

Our Online MBA course is delivered in English, so applicants need to be proficient in the language. GLOBIS is a leading Japanese business school, but you do not need to know Japanese to enroll in our MBA degree online.

How many students are in each Online MBA class?

There are no more than 35 students in every Online MBA class, which means the tutor can interact with students both individually and in small groups. It also means everyone has the opportunity to ask questions for an enriching learning experience.

What happens if I miss an online class?

If you miss an online class, recordings will be available for you to watch at a later date. You will be expected to catch up before the next class.

Is the Online MBA suitable for students from anywhere in the world?

Our online, Part-time MBA degree program is for people in EMEA and the UK who want to study with one of Asia’s leading business schools. One of the many exciting parts of studying for an MBA online with GLOBIS is that you’ll be connecting with people across multiple countries in every class–it’s a truly global MBA experience.

How do I know if this is the right course for me?

The GLOBIS Online MBA is designed for students who want to gain a Master of Business Administration from Japan’s leading business school, without needing to take a year off from their career or physically move to Tokyo. Our distance learning MBA is a two-year, part-time program for graduates that will help to drive your career forward as you gain the leadership skills you need for future success.

When deciding if this is the right Online MBA course for you, make sure our experiential, holistic approach to learning suits your preferred style. Check that the modules covered by our curriculum align with your goals too.

What are the objectives of the Online MBA?

By studying with one of Asia’s leading Online MBA schools, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective, purpose-driven leader. You’ll discover your kokorozashi during your Online MBA study too–the driving force that fuels your passion. It’s an extraordinary journey of self-discovery.

The Part-time MBA degree will also allow you to expand your global network and your understanding of international business–priceless skills for your future that you can gain from your own home, thanks to the power of virtual learning.

How long does the Online MBA take to complete?

This is a Part-time MBA course, which takes place over two years. For our Online MBA, the academic year starts in October and runs until July, with a break over the summer, before term begins again in October. If you’re looking for an accelerated program, our full-time MBA program is a one-year course.

How is the Online MBA course assessed?

There are no exams when you choose our Online MBA program. Instead, you’ll need to earn a total of 48 credits, which equates to completing 32-34 modules. Learning is assessed holistically through attendance in classes, and via online, in-class evaluations.

Is there an option to study for an MBA in person instead?

Yes–if you’re not sure that online learning is the right option for you, we also offer an accelerated, full-time, one-year MBA course that is conducted in person, at the GLOBIS University campus in Tokyo, Japan.

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