Comprehensive Training Program for Local Government Employees: Hands-on Workshops on Practical Skills

NOMA’s New Practical Training Program for Local Government Employees

Starting in December 2025, the Japan Management Association (NOMA), based in Shibuya, Tokyo, will host an extensive training program designed explicitly for local government employees. Over four months, participants can engage in nine distinct workshops covering critical and contemporary topics relevant to municipal operations. As Japan faces population decline and diverse resident needs, this initiative aims to equip officials with actionable skills necessary for tackling the evolving landscape of their roles.

Context for the Program's Launch

Local government operations are undergoing swift changes. Issues such as declining populations and varying resident challenges necessitate significant adaptations in municipal practices. Moreover, new strategies like PFI (Private Finance Initiative) and digital transformation compel local governments to embrace modernization and efficiency. Pressure also mounts concerning customer harassment responses and internal controls, alongside growing expectations for policy formulation and public relations roles. Amid these challenges, many local officials report understanding what needs to be done but struggle with how to implement these objectives effectively.

NOMA's targeted approach emphasizes practical, reproducible skills and knowledge that can be applied directly in governmental settings. Each workshop will focus on creating systems and procedures that can yield rapid, impactful results in day-to-day municipal operations.

Newly Offered Workshops

1. Policy, Planning, and Public Relations Topics:
- Practical skills to manage collaborative projects with startups (In-person & Online).
- Marketing strategies that enhance community well-being (In-person & Online).
- Strategies for city promotion through cultural administration (In-person & Online).

2. General Affairs and Legal Matters:
- Techniques for ‘reducing’ or ‘discontinuing’ municipal projects (In-person & Online).
- Customer harassment (Kasu Hara) prevention training (In-person & Online).

3. Taxation and Collection:
- Best practices for managing tax delinquency through lessons learned from judicial decisions (In-person & Online).
- Management strategies for assessment and collection for officials (In-person & Online).

4. For Local Public Enterprises:
- Key points for introducing and promoting digital transformation in local enterprises (In-person & Online).
- Formulating and revising management strategies for municipal enterprises (In-person & Online).

Benefits of Participation

- Designed to be applicable even for small municipalities or officials managing multiple departments.
- Reduces the burden on management through systematic documentation and procedures.
- Attendees will quickly grasp the latest case studies and exemplars.
- Course material considers unique local government constraints, such as legal and budgetary limitations.
- Establishes sustainable systems that can endure changes in personnel.

Program Overview

- Duration: December 2025 to March 2026
- Participation Options: In-person and Online
- Target Audience: Local government employees, management officials, policy and public relations representatives
- Fees (including tax):

- Member Fee: ¥36,300 per person per workshop
- General Fee: ¥39,600 per person per workshop

For further details and to register, visit: NOMA Training Program Registration.

About NOMA’s Solutions for Local Governments

NOMA is committed to accurately understanding and addressing administrative challenges while supporting the development of professionals who can deliver positive outcomes. Since its establishment in February 1949, NOMA has been dedicated to modernizing management practices, improving efficiency, and enhancing human resource development. We have conducted numerous research projects, industry development initiatives, training sessions, and workshops across various locations in Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo.

In our training programs, we focus on promoting effective management reforms, comprehensive strategic planning, work-style reforms, and the application of generative AI for resource improvements. Our courses aim to enhance the growth and advancement of individuals and organizations within the framework of local government.