About the Global Network Program
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) -International Collaborative Program for Network-Based Graduate Schools in Humanities and Social Sciences Global Network Program for Joint Education and Research to Nurture Highly Skilled Professionals Toward Value Co-Creation in International Cooperation
Program Objectives and Contents
The program is aimed at doctoral students affiliated with the Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies and the Graduate School of Intercultural Studies at Kobe University. It aims to foster "highly skilled value co-creation talent" who can play an active role on the front lines of international cooperation by establishing and developing a "global network-type joint education and research program" in collaboration with overseas universities, international organizations, and government organizations in developing countries.
The Global Network-Based Joint Education and Research Program builds on the following six areas.
１．An Interdisciplinary Curriculum
２．Intensive Lectures by Partner Faculty Members / Experts in their Fields
３．Overseas Internships / Research
４．Joint Education and Research Guidance
５．Presentations at International Conferences
６．Submissions to International Journals
Career Prospects
This program is designed to pave the way for three main career paths: 1) Researcher, 2) International Civil Servant, and 3) Senior Government Official in developing countries. Upon graduation, students will be equipped with world-class policy-making skills and expected to promote sustainable development by bringing new perspectives and values to their work.
3 Key Merits of the Program
Substantial Financial Support
GNP provides financial support for overseas research, internships, presentations at international conferences, and submissions to international academic journals.
Detailed Research Guidance
Under GNP, experts from overseas universities, international organizations, and government organizations will provide team-based education and research guidance.
Practical Career Support
GNP provides career guidance through seminars and mentoring by experts who are active in universities, international organizations, and government organizations.