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CareNet and Juntendo University Launch Enrollment for the 4th Medical MBA Executive Course

CareNet, headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the start of enrollment for the 4th session (FY 2026) of its "Medical MBA Executive Course" in collaboration with Juntendo University's Hospital Management Research Laboratory, located in Bunkyo, Tokyo.

This specialized course targets healthcare executives, focusing on imparting MBA skills tailored for hospital management in an intensive manner. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a 'Completion Certificate' from Juntendo University.

As the challenges facing healthcare management continue to grow, this upcoming session incorporates feedback from previous students, particularly their desire to gain a multi-faceted understanding of management strategies and to enhance networking opportunities through on-site lectures. To address these needs, both the curriculum and faculty will see significant enhancements.

Key Updates and Features of the 4th Session

1. Expanded Curriculum
Responding to the desire for a broader exploration of management strategies, the curriculum has increased from 13 to 14 lectures. This enhancement strengthens the focus on practical healthcare management strategies.

2. New Instructors and Broadened Learning Opportunities
The new session welcomes two prominent faculty members active in healthcare management and policy.

### Yuji Yamamoto
A graduate of the University of Tokyo's Faculty of Medicine and Harvard Business School (MBA), Yamamoto has been involved in healthcare policy at the Cabinet Office and founded Minacare Inc. in 2011. His innovative approach of combining health and economic viability has influenced the landscape of healthcare management.
- Course Offering: Medical Strategy: "What Does it Mean to Manage Healthcare?"
Participants will learn to design a comprehensive care cycle spanning prevention, chronic management, and end-of-life care, while engaging various stakeholders to maximize social value through strategic thinking.

### Yoshio Kakuta
Holding an MD and PhD from Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, as well as an MBA from the University of Wales, Kakuta has served as a clinical physician and department head before becoming a professor at International University of Health and Welfare in 2023. His work includes authoring influential texts on medical management.
- Course Offering: Management Strategy: "Applying Global Management Theories to Hospital Management Strategies for 2027"
Kakuta will introduce globally recognized management theories to Japanese healthcare contexts while developing strategies to navigate the future landscape of hospital management. His lectures will also explore reforming physician work styles and addressing other real-world challenges.

Emphasizing the importance of peer connections, the course will feature an increased number of on-site classes and three official networking events throughout the curriculum. This will create a solid network for emerging leaders from various regions and specialties, fostering collaboration toward shared ambitions.

Background and Design of the Curriculum

Amid the increasing pressures on healthcare management, there is a strong demand for physicians who possess a business perspective within healthcare institutions. This course leverages the expertise of Juntendo University's Hospital Management Research Laboratory, systematically offering practical themes like management, finance, marketing, organization theory, and leadership.

To accommodate busy doctors from urban and rural areas alike, the course offers a flexible structure that combines online and on-site sessions at Juntendo’s Hongo and Ochanomizu campuses. All lectures will also be available for archive viewing, ensuring convenient access to resources.

Enrollment Details for the 4th Session (FY 2026)

• - Course Duration: October 3, 2026, to July 10, 2027
• - Format: Online lectures + On-site sessions at Juntendo University (Hongo & Ochanomizu Campuses)

(All lectures will be archived for later viewing)

• - Subjects: Healthcare management strategies, accounting/finance, management, healthcare marketing, leadership, entrepreneurship, among others (14 total lectures)
• - Limit: 50 participants
• - For lecture schedule and application, visit: CareNet Medical MBA Course

About CareNet

CareNet Group operates on the mission: "Supporting healthcare professionals and driving the future of healthcare through knowledge, passion, and action." Hosting 240,000 member physicians, CareNet is built on the foundation of CareNet.com (https://www.carenet.com/). The company provides diverse specialized services within the healthcare and pharmaceutical fields, from talent and education to new drug development, clinical trials, and diffusion support. For more information about CareNet's company profile, visit CareNet Company Profile and for recruitment details, check CareNet Recruitment.