- Dept. of Business Administration TOP
- Programs
- International Ph.D. Program in Business Administration
Recruitment of Students for and after Academic Year 2026 (Pre-Notice)
International Ph.D. Program in Business Administration
The global socio-economic environment is changing rapidly, and international competition in the marketplace is becoming increasingly severe. In order to ensure appropriate corporate management in these times of heightened business risks, academic research is advancing in the fields of management, accounting, and management science. The Department offers the I Ph.D. as an educational program in English for those interested in academic management research as well as practical management. Through the study in this program, a student can become an academic researcher who is familiar with the essence of global business or an advanced businessperson who has strong academic skills.
| ※The Global Business Doctoral Program can only be selected after enrollment；it is not chosen at the time of the entrance examination for admission to Yokohama National University. |
Key Dates in the Application Process
| Application Eligibility Assessment If your eligibility is vi) to ix) |
October 9-16, 2025 |
| Confirmation of Application Eligibility | October 24, 2025 |
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| Online Application If your profile is i) to v) |
December 11 – 18, 2025 |
| Online Interviews （If it is necessary） |
January 21-22, 2026 |
| Announcement of the Final Results | February 17, 2026 |
Guide for Application
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Application Guidelines for the International Ph.D. Program in Business Administration (For October 2026 Admission)
-Student Application Guidelines (October 2026 Enrollment)
Updated on November 13, 2025: The list of academic advisors has been revised.
Prior contact with a prospective supervisor is not mandatory
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Before reaching out to any faculty member, please make sure to thoroughly review their research interests on our website and contact only those whose work aligns well with your own academic goals.
- Faculty - Department of Business Administration : Yokohama National University
*Please make sure to check the application guidelines to confirm which faculty members are available to serve as academic supervisors in the year of your application.
How to Apply
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To apply, please access the web application system: https://e-apply.jp/e/ynu/
(The web application system will be open during the application period.)
