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Unlocking Future Business Skills: Insights from MBA Graduates at Online Seminar

On September 16, 2025, Human Academy Inc., headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is hosting an online seminar featuring graduates of the MBA Program at the University of Wales Trinity St. David. This initiative aims to provide career advancement and transition opportunities for business professionals. The program has been running monthly since December 2023, focusing on real-life experiences shared by alumni.

In the upcoming ninth session, a graduate who has worked at a major general trading company will share insights gained from his comprehensive career experiences, which include sales, overseas assignments, legal affairs, and investment management, all while balancing work and obtaining an MBA in the UK. The seminar will showcase how the knowledge acquired during the MBA program is applied in real-world management and business practices.

Key Points:

• - With the rapidly changing corporate landscape, the need for management and business skills is becoming increasingly critical, driving a surge in interest for MBA programs.
• - The University of Wales Trinity St. David’s MBA program highlights real careers shaped by its graduates through events featuring their success stories.
• - Alumni will discuss how the insights from their MBA education have played a crucial role in enabling career transitions.

Background:

As society embraces a '100-year life' perspective, concepts like 'multi-stage careers' and 'diverse options' have taken hold. Technological advancements have transformed the scope and freedom of business operations, emphasizing the necessity of enhancing management and collaboration skills. According to estimates based on data released by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, around 2,500 individuals obtain an MBA each year in Japan. To create a platform for sharing authentic experiences and insights with those considering MBA programs or looking to enhance their skills, this event has been organized.

Event Details:

• - Date: September 16, 2025 (Tuesday)
• - Time: 19:30 - 21:00
• - Cost: Free of charge
• - Format: Online Participation

Featured Speaker:

Tsubasa Takahashi
A seasoned professional currently working at a leading general trading company, Takahashi has extensive experience in various functions:

• - Joined a trading company in 2005, assigned to the chemicals department.
• - After language training in Shanghai, he was positioned at the Shanghai branch in 2007.
• - Returned to Japan in 2010, participating in support projects for overseas sales of subsidiary products.
• - Transitioned to the legal department in 2013, then moved to the subsidiary’s investment management division in 2018.
• - Currently works in domestic sales for synthetic resin products since 2021.

His master's thesis focused on the factors stimulating spectators' willingness to pay for professional sports teams, using Japan's B.LEAGUE as a case study.

The alumni seminar aims to equip aspiring professionals with practical information they can apply to their careers. Future sessions are planned for October 2025.

Previous Reports:

For past seminar reports and insights, visit here.

About the MBA Program:

Human Academy offers an MBA program accredited by the University of Wales Trinity St. David, recognized by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as part of its vocational training system. This provides scholarships covering up to 80% (maximum of 1.28 million yen) of tuition fees for eligible candidates. The program allows individuals to study online while continuing their professional careers, making it accessible for those seeking global standard education without leaving Japan.

About Human Academy:

Founded in 1985, Human Academy has developed over 800 courses adapting to changes in society and education, serving diverse age groups from young children to seniors. The organization emphasizes education in STEAM fields and reskilling programs.

Human Academy is also advancing its unique 'Human Academy GIGA School Initiative,' which includes a custom learning support platform called 'assist.' Here, counselors and instructors provide tailored progress management and consultation, ensuring that learners achieve their goals effectively. By continually integrating cutting-edge education methods and technology, Human Academy strives to make learning enjoyable and offers high-quality educational services.

About Human Group:

Human Group has diversified its operations into various sectors, including education, human resources, nursing, childcare, IT, beauty, and sports. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in April 2025, the company adheres to the business philosophy of 'Serving Society and Humanity.' Leveraging synergies across its various business lines, Human Group aims to provide high-quality services through its extensive network of over 340 locations across Japan and five entities in four countries.

Human Holdings is a supporting partner of the Japan Reskilling Consortium.

• - For more about Human Holdings, visit here.

Company Overview

Human Academy Inc.

• - Representative: Kenji Imabari, President
• - Location: 1F Nishi-Shinjuku Prime Square, 7-5-25 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
• - Capital: 10 million yen
• - Website: Manabu