Kansai Gaidai College Division of International Future Careers
While developing a strong command of English and intercultural understanding, students refine their expertise with the aim of obtaining practical certifications. Through classes such as Career Planning, PBL for Internship (PBL = Project-Based Learning), and Research on Overseas Companies, students are able to apply flexible career-building skills to their post-graduation career paths. Over the course of two years, students develop the interpersonal skills essential in professional life while cultivating practical, job-ready skills through classes such as Introduction to Business and Information Literacy, expanding their future possibilities.
Developing career-oriented, practical English skills
English skills for real-world use are enhanced through small, proficiency-based classes held four times a week in the first year. Students study global topics such as international community, the world economy, and environmental technologies in English through a content-based approach, deepening their understanding and acquiring a wide range of knowledge for success in professional settings. They develop an international mindset while attaining English proficiency and a cultural understanding essential for study abroad and business.
- International Community
- World Economy
- Environment
- Social Technologies
And Other Topics
Building fundamental professional skills through K.G.C. Basics
This is a class unique to Kansai Gaidai College, designed to cultivate the knowledge and interpersonal skills essential for post-graduation career development. Under a homeroom system where one faculty member oversees a class for the entire two years, students receive detailed guidance over the two-year period on how to make the most of student life, self-analysis, and life planning. It also develops communication skills, presentation skills, and information literacy. With the help of first-year classes Career Planning and Career Development classes, students can envision a career path that is uniquely their own.
Developing practical skills through experiential learning and applying them to your career
Students learn practical business skills to help with career design after graduation. In classes such as PBL for Internship, which involves internships and problem-solving, and Research on Overseas Companies, where students learn about the business world from global professionals, students gain firsthand experience in real-world business settings. Additionally, the Overseas Training Program provides opportunities to learn more at companies based abroad via a hands-on approach. We also actively support students in obtaining professional certifications and cultivate flexible career-building skills. Coordinated efforts between homeroom teachers and career advisors ensure personalized support based on each student’s strengths and career aspirations.
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A wide variety of intensive language study abroad opportunities
We offer intensive language study abroad opportunities designed to improve proficiency and foster an international mindset. Students who wish to study abroad can choose from various durations. By learning alongside peers from around the world in culturally diverse settings, they obtain valuable experience that expands their future possibilities. Kansai Gaidai College also offers its own study abroad scholarships and provides a wide range of programs, including study abroad and overseas training for all interested students.
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Refining your expertise with the aim of obtaining professional certifications
Students can obtain practical certifications beneficial for their future careers, such as Secretary Certification, Business Administration Certification, and Business Tourism Coordinator Certification. Additionally, a wide range of classes are offered that help students pursue certifications in areas like the Technical Ability of Service and Receiving Visitors Test, Fashion Business Management Tests, and the IT Passport. These offerings allow students to hone their expertise based on their individual interests and career aspirations.
Certifications Available in the Division of International Future Careers
(Examples)
- Secretary Certification
- Business Administrator Certification
- Business Tourism Coordinator Certification
- Tourism English Proficiency Test
- Secretary Proficiency Test
- IT Passport
- MOS（Microsoft Office Specialist）
- Medical Clerk Training Program (Certificate of Completion)
- Technical Ability of Service and Receiving Visitors Test (Grade 2 + Pre-1)
- Fashion Business Management Tests Grade 3
- Fashion Sales Management Tests Grade 3
- Bridal Coordination Skills Test Grade 3
- Color Coordination Test Grade 3 and 2, etc.
