Applications are now open for the Shizenkan-ASEAN Visionary Leaders Scholarship at Shizenkan University, Japan. This scholarship supports talented individuals from ASEAN countries who wish to pursue an MBA at the Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation. Aimed at developing future leaders who can strengthen ASEAN–Japan ties and create global impact, the award provides partial tuition coverage of up to JPY 4,800,000 over two years.

Eligibility for the scholarship is open to citizens of ASEAN countries who have been admitted to Shizenkan University’s MBA program. Applicants must have at least three years of professional work experience, should not be receiving full tuition sponsorship from their employer, and must demonstrate strong alignment with Shizenkan’s educational philosophy, commitment to leadership growth, and readiness to contribute actively to the program and their peers.

Shizenkan University is a private graduate school in Tokyo, Japan, dedicated to cultivating visionary leaders who can address the complex challenges of modern society. Established in 2017, the university is home to the Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation, offering a unique Master of Business Administration (MBA) program designed around the philosophy of “whole-person management education. The university’s core mission is to develop leaders who can address complex global challenges with both professional skills and a deep sense of purpose.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Shizenkan University

• Department: Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation

• Course Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Award: JPY 2,400,000 – JPY 4,800,000 for 2 years (tuition reduction/waiver)

• Access Mode: Online application

• Number of Awards: Limited (awarded on a rolling basis)

• Nationality: Citizens of ASEAN countries

• The award can be taken in: Japan

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Viet Nam.

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: MBA program (English and Japanese classes) offered by Shizenkan University.

• Admissible Criteria:

  • Must be admitted to the MBA program at Shizenkan University.

  • Must not receive full tuition sponsorship from a company or organization.

  • Must demonstrate alignment with Shizenkan University’s educational policy and commitment to leadership development.

  • Must be a citizen of an ASEAN country.

  • Must have at least 3 years of working experience in any sector.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through the scholarship application form available on the university’s website. Required documents must be completed in full before submission. Applications will be reviewed by the Shizenkan Scholarship Committee alongside admission evaluations.

Application Deadlines:

• 1st Deadline: December 12, 2025

• 2nd Deadline: March 31, 2026

• 3rd Deadline: May 31, 2026
  (Early submission is recommended as awards are made in order of application.)

Benefits

• Tuition reduction or waiver worth between JPY 2,400,000 and JPY 4,800,000 for 2 years.

• Support for future ASEAN leaders to study in Japan and contribute to strengthening ASEAN–Japan relations.

• Recipients gain access to a strong network of peers, faculty, and professionals while enhancing their leadership and innovation skills.

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