Three Policies

Faculty of Business Administration Department of Business Administration "Three Policies"

1. Graduation Accreditation Policy (Diploma Policy)

The Department of Business Administration (hereinafter referred to as "this department") aims to train students to be able to manage profit-making and non-profit organizations (hereinafter referred to as "organizations and groups") by completing the university's curriculum, acquiring 126 credits and fulfilling the requirements of required courses, and comprehensively utilizing a global perspective, specialized knowledge and skills, and the following six abilities and qualities:^■We will award a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration to those who have the ability to do so.

• "Management" in the department's three policies refers to methods for maximizing the effectiveness of achieving the goals of an organization or group.

• Autonomous and subjective attitude (autonomy)
  Able to act responsibly and enthusiastically to achieve one's own goals and the objectives of an organization or group.
• Attitude to actively contribute to society (social contribution)
  Abide by social rules and cooperate with others to contribute to achieving the goals of an organization or group.
• Ability to understand and accept diverse cultures and their backgrounds (diversity understanding)
  Understand that there are people with various cultures and values ​​in the world, and act while respecting the differences.
• Ability to find and solve problems
  Can collect and analyze information in an organization or group, discover problems, and propose ideas for solutions.
• Communication Skills
  Can communicate and coordinate with others inside and outside an organization or group.
• Ability to utilize specialized knowledge and skills
  As a member of an organization or group, be able to appropriately utilize management knowledge and skills according to the situation.

2.Curriculum Policy (Curriculum Policy)

In order to enable students to acquire the knowledge and skills set forth in the Diploma Policy, the Department systematically organizes the four-year educational content, devises educational methods, and assesses the achievement status. We will evaluate it.

1) Education content

The curriculum of this department consists of basic education subjects and specialized education subjects, classified according to subject content, and organized so that students can learn step by step from basic to applied.
In order to clarify the gradual organization of courses, all courses are numbered with symbols and numbers that express the content and degree of difficulty, and the curriculum system and the priority of courses are clearly indicated.
The contents of basic education subjects and specialized education subjects are as follows.

(1) Basic education subjects

In basic education courses, students acquire the education and skills that form the foundation for leading a fulfilling and active life.
Fundamental education subjects are organized mainly for lower grades, and learn the following contents.

• You will learn the knowledge necessary for studying at university, such as how to write reports and think critically.
• Students will think about the issues they face in their lives on the themes of human beings, society, and science, and acquire an education.
• Acquire the language, ICT (Information and Communication Technology), and sports skills necessary for a global society.
• Acquire the knowledge and skills related to data science required in a society where DX is progressing.
• Acquire an attitude of understanding and cooperating with different cultures.
• Cultivate career formation with an eye on the course after graduation.

(2) Specialized Education Subjects

In specialized education subjects, students learn the basics of knowledge and methods for understanding the management of organizations and groups and putting them into practice.

• Beginning in the first year, students learn knowledge and methods in the fields of management, economics, marketing, finance, and statistics, which form the basis of management.
• At the end of the first year, the major will be decided in consideration of the student's wishes and aptitude.This department has the following two majors.
  • Business and Marketing Major
    Learn how to develop an effective marketing strategy and connect it to organizational practice.
  • Business design major
    Learn how to look at quantitative data and analyze the market while having a sense of design.
  • Regional Management Major
    Learn how to revitalize the region and manage a sustainable society.
  • Disaster Prevention and Crisis Management Major
    Learn how to maintain a safe and secure society and how to manage disaster response and preparation.
• From the second year onwards, the courses to be taken are determined for each major.By taking courses in a major, students will systematically study subjects that are in line with the educational objectives of that major.
• In the second year, students participate in an internship program to deepen their awareness and understanding of real-world issues.
• From the second year onwards, students integrate classroom learning with field experience.

2) Teaching methods

Incorporating the perspective of active learning, we practice educational methods that enable students to learn actively.The main methods are as follows.

• We will adopt learning methods that emphasize group work, etc.
  Group work, pair work, and discussion are also used in lecture-style classes in the classroom.Through these methods, students will work together to deepen their learning independently and actively.
• We incorporate experiential learning to develop problem-finding and problem-solving skills.
  Set up experiential learning opportunities such as service learning, internships, and global studies.By discovering problems in the real world and proposing solutions to problems using knowledge and skills, students will make use of their experiences in their next learning.
• Evaluation feedback will be provided during and at the end of the semester.
  Evaluations will be conducted multiple times throughout the term and throughout the term.All graded reports and attempts will be returned to the student whenever possible.Clarify learning challenges and help improve understanding.
• We will adopt educational methods that utilize ICT systems.
  Use e-learning system and e-portfolio system.
  The e-learning system is used for preparation/review, quizzes, submission of reports, etc.
  The e-portfolio is used for accumulating learning achievements, managing one's own learning achievements, supporting the achievement of goals, and setting the next goals.
• Students use the learning route map to plan and progress their studies.
  The flow of learning for four years is shown in the learning flow chart.In addition, the curriculum map shows the subject system for each major.Students refer to learning flowcharts and curriculum maps, consider their career path after graduation, and formulate a four-year plan, which is expressed on a learning route map.We will check the execution of the plan from time to time, and aim to achieve the target while revising the plan if necessary.

3) Educational evaluation

The following concepts and methods will be used to evaluate each subject and the six goals listed in the Diploma Policy.

• We use formative assessments and conduct summative assessments at the end of each semester.
  In each subject, tests, reports, presentations, etc. are used to evaluate learning outcomes.Reports and presentations are evaluated using rubrics.Evaluations are also conducted during the semester to determine the level of understanding of students and to set up supplementary lessons and provide feedback to students (formative evaluation).At the end of the semester, a comprehensive overall assessment is conducted (summative assessment).Grading will be conducted in a multifaceted and comprehensive manner by combining these evaluations.
• Regularly check the KUISs learning benchmarks to confirm your progress.
  Once every six months, students conduct self-evaluation using evaluation indicators (KUISs Learning Benchmark Rubrics) that determine the degree of achievement of the abilities and qualities listed in the policy for graduation certification and degree conferment. I will ask you to confirm.
• At the end of the second year, a test to confirm the student's acquisition of basic specialized knowledge will be conducted.
  At the end of the second year, students will take an "Achievement Confirmation Examination" to check their acquisition of basic specialized knowledge and their ability to complete graduation research.Those who fail the exam will be asked to retake the exam and pass the exam.
• Graduation research will confirm the acquisition of specialized knowledge at the time of graduation.
  The four-year learning outcomes will be comprehensively evaluated through a graduation research (compulsory subject) that deals with issues related to organization and group management.The evaluation method is carried out by multiple instructors using a common evaluation index (evaluation rubric).

3. Policy regarding acceptance of new students (admission policy)

Desired image of a student

In this department, the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and objectives necessary for receiving the education stipulated in the Diploma Policy and the Curriculum Policy are provided. We are looking for someone who is conscious and motivated.

Desirable level to be acquired in high school

[Knowledge and skills]

• Has completed a wide range of high school curriculum.
• Through the courses taught up to high school, "Japanese Language (Modern Literature)" and "English," students acquire the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Have basic English skills (equivalent to Eiken Grade 3).
• Have acquired basic mathematical skills (equivalent to Mathematics I and Mathematics A).

[Thinking ability, judgment ability, expression ability]

• You will be able to think logically about familiar social issues based on knowledge and information, and explain the results.

[Attention to learn in cooperation with various people with independence]

• I am interested in business administration and have the desire to utilize my management knowledge and experience in society.
• They have experience in group learning at school, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, etc., and are able to work together with others to complete tasks.

[Pre-enrollment education]

• Students will be able to complete the e-learning program required for pre-enrollment education, which provides them with the necessary basic knowledge.