Business Communications in Japan

Students fly independently to Tokyo, where they will meet the group. Business visits and cultural excursions as well as in Kyoto and Hiroshima will introduce the Japanese business culture in a variety of industries.

Weekly visits to prominent Japanese companies and organizations include observation of work culture, strategies, and management practices with the opportunity to engage in discussions with executives and employees to broaden understanding of Japanese business dynamics. Students will enhance adaptability, global mindset, and interpersonal skills and navigate the challenges and opportunities of conducting business in a diverse and dynamic global market.

Students have the opportunity to collaborate with local Japanese students on group projects that promote cross-cultural teamwork and foster international friendships. 

Students explore fascinating landmarks, historical sites, and natural beauty of Japan during organized cultural excursions. Excursions include visits to ancient temples, participation in traditional tea ceremonies, and navigating the bustling streets of modern cities.

Following the program, students will fly back independently from Tokyo.

Requirements: No minimum GPA is required. No prior knowledge of Japanese is necessary.

Course:  COM 3401: Business Communications in Japan (3 credits) The course fulfills the School of Business communication requirement. Students who have already fulfilled the requirement can earn credit as IS 2200 Perspectives on Japan which meets General Education Global Perspectives requirements.

Students who have previously taken COM 3401 can receive an alternate course designation and should speak with the program leader. 

Students will attend class in-person with OU faculty for four weeks in Japan. The course is conducted in English.

Students who are studying business, engineering, finance and disciplines in the College of Arts and Sciences can benefit from the course.

The Japanese language training module is open to students of all levels, from beginner in the Japanese language to proficient.

Students will have a chance to communicate and exchange ideas with Japanese business professionals while enhancing understanding of other cultures and cultural diversity.

Students will stay in double occupancy rooms in well-apportioined hotels in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima, including in a traditional Japanese ryukan, availability permitting.

For one weekend while in Japan, students will stay with a Japanese host family and experience family life.

Students will experience the famous diversity of Japanese cuisine. Numerous inexpensive Japanese restaurants, cafes, and tea shops serve sushi, udon, ramen, yakitori, and more.

Tuition: 4 Credits

You will be charged for these credits on your eBill at your normal rate of tuition.

Program Fee: $3,000

To be paid to OU on our MarketPlace payment system and includes: airfare, housing and all meals, ground transportation and all excursions while in Ecuador, and health insurance.

Additional Costs: $2,815

You will need additional funds for these expenses not covered by program fee. Amounts are estimated.

Airfare: $2,000

Meals: $500

Incidental personal expenses: $150

Passport (if you don't have one): $165

Scholarships and Financial Aid: You are able to use financial aid to cover your full cost of attendance to this program (tuition, program fee and additional costs). Scholarships are also available through your study abroad application.