Enrollment for April 2024 Master’s Program (2nd round)

Enrollment for April 2024

Hokkaido University Graduate School of Economics and Business
Application Guidelines for Second Application Period for the Master’s Program1.

【 Attention】
Depending on the BCP level of Hokkaido University, the date and format of the entrance examination may
change after the application deadline. For details of the BCP, please refer to Hokkaido University's website.
(https://www.global.hokudai.ac.jp/university-life/health-and-wellness/covid-19-health-alerts-and-advisories/).

2. Advance consent from the supervisor
Applicants who wish to apply to the master ’s program of Hokkaido university graduate
school of Economics and Business (Enrollment for April 2024), need to obtain a consent
from the prospective supervisor before filing an application.
Application period of the advance consent: October 16 t h (Mon) ～ 25 t h (Wed)
For details of application procedures, please check our graduate school website(https://www.econ.hokudai.ac.jp/e_exam/daigakuin/） .

Purpose of the Graduate School

By offering an advanced level of education and research in economics and business administration, this graduate
school aims to cultivate educators and researchers with a considerable depth and breadth of academic learning anda wealth of creativity as well as professionals with advanced, specialized knowledge useful for the developmentof an economic society. It also aims to contribute to the development of the disciplines of economics and businessadministration.

Admissions Policy

Doctoral Course
The doctoral course of the Division of Modern Economics and Management at the Hokkaido University Graduate
School of Economics and Business Administration aims to cultivate researchers and educators who have profoundknowledge, a broad perspective, and a wealth of creative skills in the fields of economics and businessadministration. For this reason, through the entrance examination, the graduate school selects individuals who
have, in addition to basic academic learning, (1) keen sensibilities with regard to economics and businessadministration; (2) knowledge in their preferred fields of research and research topics; (3) proficiency in basic
research methods and analytical skills; (4) mental faculties that include a keen intellect, expressiveness, andcommunication skills; and (5) the character to conduct ongoing and developmental education and research. The
school focuses on selecting candidates who can respond to the various needs of society in the fields of economics
and business administration research.
Prospective students should have a strong background in their major field (Macroeconomics, Microeconomics,
Economic Thoughts, Economic History, Statistics, Operations Research, Management, or Accounting) and a goodcommand of English.
Specialized Course
The specialized course of the Division of Modern Economics and Management at the Hokkaido University
Graduate School of Economics and Business Administration aims to cultivate highly specialized professionals
who have in-depth, advanced knowledge in the fields of economics and business administration and who arelikely to contribute to the development of an economic society. For this reason, through the entrance examination,
the graduate school selects individuals who have, in addition to basic academic learning, (1) keen sensibilities
with regard to economics and business administration; (2) knowledge in their preferred fields of research andresearch topics; (3) interest and insight into advanced, specialized professions; (4) mental faculties that include akeen intellect, expressiveness, and communication skills; and (5) the character to conduct ongoing anddevelopmental education and research. The school focuses on selecting candidates who can respond to the various
needs of society for advanced professionals in the fields of economics and business administration.
Prospective students should have a strong background in their major field (Macroeconomics, Microeconomics,
Economic Thoughts, Economic History, Statistics, Operations Research, Management, or Accounting) and a goodcommand of English.

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1. Student Openings

Doctoral Course
Division of Modern Economics and Management………………… ..................... Several

Specialized Course
Division of Modern Economics and Management
Economic Policy Course ................................................................................. Several
Business Management Course (MBA) ........................................................... Several
The curriculum of the doctoral course in our master’s program is structured to provide students with sufficientknowledge to pursue doctoral education.
The curriculum of the specialized courses (Economic Policy Course and Business Management Course) in our master’s
program is designed so that students can develop the professional skills necessary for career success. Both courses
emphasize discussion, research, and writing skills, which contrasts with MBA programs in the United States or Europethat mainly focus on coursework and case studies.

2. Application Qualifications

Applicants must fulfill one of the following criteria:(1) Individuals who have completed, or will complete undergraduate education in Japan by March 2024.
(2) Individuals with a bachelor degree by National Institution for Academic Degrees and University Evaluation in
Japan.
(3) Individuals who have been designated by the minister of education, culture, sports, science and technology inJapan.
(4) Individuals who have been registered in third grade of an undergraduate program in Japan or have completed/
will complete 15 years of education in a foreign country by March 2024.
(5) Individuals who have completed, or will complete by March 2024, 16 years of education in a foreign country.
(6) Individuals who have completed, or will complete undergraduate education in foreign country through acorrespondence course by March 2024.
(7) Individuals who have completed, or will complete a program at an educational institution in Japan which is
positioned within the school educational system of a foreign country by March 2024.
(8) Individuals who have received or expect to receive a degree equivalent to a Bachelor degree from a university
or a school that require more than 3 years coursework in a foreign country by March 2024.These institutions
should be rated by certified persons from the foreign government or institutions concerned, or satisfy theconditions set by MEXT about general conditions of the educational research activities. This coursework
includes correspondence courses in Japan offered by a school in a foreign country and courses taught at aforeign school's educational facility that is recognized by MEXT
(9) Individuals who have completed, or will complete a specialized course at a professional training college by
March 2024.
(10) Individuals who have passed the individual qualification screening.

3. Preliminary Review of Application Qualifications

Those applying under qualification options (4) or (10) in section 2, “Application Qualifications,” must undergo apreliminary review of their application qualifications before submitting their admission application. These applicantsshould therefore submit the necessary documentation between November 9 (Thu.), 2023 and 4 p.m. (JapaneseStandard Time) on November 13 (Mon.), 2023 (materials sent in via postal mail must be received by the deadline
indicated above).

4. Application Period

Online application registration: November 27 (Mon.) through December 1 (Fri.), 5 P.M.(JST) 2023.
Submission of application materials: December 5 (Tue.), 2023
(In-person) accepted between 8:30am and 4:00pm on the day(Postal Mail) must be received by this date

5. Application Procedures

After completing the online application registration and paying the examination fee, applicants should send the
documents listed below to the graduate school. If you are sending your application by postal mail, please write“Graduate School Application Materials” in red letters on the envelope and send it by registered mail.
Notes:※ Applications will be accepted only from applicants who have completed all of the following application procedures
by December 5 (Tue.), 2023: (1) online application registration, (2) payment of the examination fee, and (3)- 2 -Enrollment for April 2024 Master’s Program (2nd round)submission of all required documents (in the case of mailing, the documents must be received by the date specified).
※ To complete the online application registration, visit the online application page on Hokkaido University’s website(https://e-apply.jp/e/hokudai-eco/) and read the instructions and important notes before completing your application.
1) Admission application, resume, examination admission card, and examinee verification form: After entering therequired information on the online application site, print out the admission application, resume, examination
admission card, and examinee verification form generated by the site on A4-sized paper, affix your photos in theappropriate spots, and submit the materials.
2) Transcript: Issued by the dean of the university or university department in which you are currently enrolled or inwhich you were last enrolled. If you transferred to the university, please submit the transcript before youtransferred.
3) Certificate of graduation/completion (or expected graduation/completion): Issued by the dean of the university oruniversity department in which you are currently enrolled or in which you were last enrolled.
※Applicants who graduated/ are expected to graduate from Chinese University(except Taiwan, Hongkong, andMacau) need to submit the following documents besides the certificate of graduation /completion (orexpected graduation/completion).
◇Applicants who already graduateda)Online Verification Report of Qualification Certificate（教育部学籍在线验证报告）b)Copy of Certificate of Completion（毕业证书）and Copy of Degree Certificate（学位证书）◇Applicants who are expected to graduatea)Online Verification Report of Student Record（教育部学籍在线验证报告）As for the above documents a), please get them from the website CHSI（中国高等教育学历证书查询https://www.chsi.com.cn/xlcx/bgys.jsp）. There need to be at least 15 days left in the web authentication
expiration dates at the time of submission.
4) Documents verifying English proficiency: Copy of Examinee Score Report of TOEFL, Official Score Certificate /Digital Official Score Certificate of TOEIC, Test Report Form of IELTS. Note that scores must be from a test taken
within four years of conducted month of entrance exam.
5) Submit one of the documents listed below depending on your preferred course.
Doctoral Course
Research plan: Download and print the form from this graduate school’s website on A4-sized paper, andthen complete the form.
Specialized Course
Motivation statement: Download and print the form from this graduate school’s website on A4-sized paper,and then complete the form.
6) Self-addressed return envelopes: two pieces(Self-addressed return envelopes will be used to mail your examination admission card and notify you of theexam result. Use the envelopes designated by our university (23.5cm*12.0cm). Write your name and address on
both envelopes. Affix 344 JPY worth of postage stamps to each envelope.)
7) Examination fee: ¥30,500(including ¥500 handling charge)(a) The examination fee should be paid in accordance with the instructions provided on the payment screen shown
after your online application has been registered.
(b) Please be aware that examination fee payments cannot be made via exchange bill payable or in cash.
(c) Print out the payment completion e-mail issued when the payment was made and cautiously keep it as yourproof of payment.
For details, visit the online application page and carefully read the “Payment of Examination Fee” section on the“Introduction” page.
Note: Examination fees already paid will not be refunded for any reason except as follows:• If an individual paid the examination fee but did not apply for admission (did not submit an application or
submitted an application that was not accepted)• If the examination fee was accidentally paid twice
Inquiries regarding refunds: Academic affairs coordinator, Graduate School of Economics and Business
Administration/School of Economics and Business Administration (011-706-3163,
ecokyomu@jimu.hokudai.ac.jp)
8) Other(a) Individuals applying based on application qualification option (2) (under section 2, “Application
Qualifications”) must attach a certificate of diploma conferment.
(b) Applicants from overseas also need to submit following documents
・ Copy of your Residence Card or passport (your visa status and period of stay must be clearly indicated)
・ Certificate of financial responsibility: A document, such as a bank account balance statement or copy of- 3 -Enrollment for April 2024 Master’s Program (2nd round)a bankbook, verifying that you have the funds to pay for your school and living expenses(c) Certificates or other documents in any language other than Japanese or English must be accompanied by atranslation in either of these two languages. If possible, a public institution—such as the Japanese government
or an overseas diplomatic office of a foreign government—should verify the translation.
(d) Concerning Research Theme
Because an applicant’s research theme is an important piece of data that is used in assessing the applicant’s
academic skills and research capabilities as well as in making admission decisions, students are generally notallowed to change their research themes after admission. Applicants should therefore select their research
themes very carefully.

6. Selection Process and Exam Subjects

Acceptance decisions shall be made based on a comprehensive review of the applicant’s academic exam, interview (oralexam), letters of recommendation, transcript provided by the dean of their home university (or university department),and so on.
There is a possibility that the applicants will pass as specialized course students even if they apply as doctoral course.
Academic exam shall be conducted as follows:
Both Doctoral and Specialized Course
Applicants will select one subject from the list of possible subjects shown in the attached table at the time of
application,
and will take the test on that subject.
Interview (oral exam) shall be conducted as follows:
Doctoral Course
Appropriateness of research theme, research motivation, research purpose, etc. will be asked based on thesubmitted research plan. Furthermore, the doctoral course aims to cultivate researchers, so researcher
and educator aptitude will be tested.
Specialized Course
Appropriateness of prospective research subject, research motivation, research purpose, etc. will be asked
based on the submitted motivation statement.

7. Exam Schedules
Exam DateTime

Exam Subject

9:00 - 10:30a.m.

Specialized Subject

Starts at 11:00a.m.

Interview(oral exam)

Jan. 24 (Wed.),2024

Graduate School of Economics andBusiness,
Hokkaido University
Kita 9, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo

8. Announcement of Selection Results

February 9 (Fri.), 2024
Results will be posted on the website of the Graduate School of Economics and Business.
Applicants will be individually notified at the same time.
(No response to any inquiry over the phone.)

9. Privacy Policy(1) All personal information collected by Hokkaido University will be completely protected in compliance with the
Act on the Protection of Personal Information Held by Independent Administrative Agencies, etc., and otherrelated acts and pursuant to the Hokkaido University Regulations on Personal Information Management.
(2) Names, addresses, and other personal information written on application documents will be used solely for (a)enrollee selection, (b) the announcement of exam results, (c) admission procedures, (d) surveys and research onenrollee selection methods, and (e) related processes.
(3) Some of these processes may be outsourced by the university to a contracted service provider (hereinafter referred
to as “contractor”). All or some of the personal information written on application documents may be provided tothe contractor only as needed to perform the tasks for which it has been contracted.
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administration purposes (student registration, academic counseling, etc.), (b) student support services (healthmanagement, scholarship applications, etc.), and (c) tuition and other administrative purposes.
(5) Of the personal information described in item (4) above, only names and addresses will be used to facilitatecommunication with students from the Hokkaido University Frontier Foundation and organizations related to
Hokkaido University, such as (a) the Hokkaido University Athletic Union, (b) the Alumni Association of the
Hokkaido University Faculty of Economics and Business Administration.

10. Other(1) This graduate school generally does not allow dual enrollment.
(2) Those who are physically disabled may need special accommodations to take exams and attend classes; applicantsshould apply to the academic affairs coordinator of the Graduate School of Economics and Business
Administration/School of Economics and Business Administration of their condition by November. 24 (Fri.), 2023.
(3) Enrollment fee: ¥282,000(4) Annual tuition: ¥535,800(If these figures are revised at the time of admission or during enrollment, the new amount will apply as of the timeof revision.)(5) Past exam questions:Published on the homepage of the Graduate School of Economics and Business /School of Economics and Business.
(https://www.econ.hokudai.ac.jp/e_exam/e_guidance/pqc)(6) About Training and Education Benefits System: Specialized Course for the Division of Modern Economics andManagement is designated as lectures of the Training and Education Benefits System of the Ministry of Health,
Labor and Welfare.
For details of the Training and Education Benefits System, refer to the following homepage:(https://www.kyufu.mhlw.go.jp/kensaku/)

October 2023

Graduate School of Economics and Business
Kita 9, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0809
Academic Affairs Office
Faculty of Economics and Business
Tel: 011-706-3163
Website: https://www.econ.hokudai.ac.jp/
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Attached Table
List of Available Subjects (same for both the Doctoral Course and Specialized Course)
Subject
1. Macro- and microeconomics
2. Economic thought
3. Economic history
4. Statistics
5. Business administration
6. Accounting
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Appendix

Preliminary Review of Application Qualifications
Those applying under qualification options (4) or (10) in section 2, “Application Qualifications,” in the application
guideline, must undergo a preliminary review of their application qualifications. These applicants should therefore
submit the necessary documentation as indicated below.
Please note that certificates or other documents in any language other than Japanese or English must be accompanied bya translation in either of these two languages. If possible, a public institution—such as the Japanese government or an
overseas diplomatic office of a foreign government—should verify the translation.
I. Application Materials for the Preliminary Review of Application Qualifications• Those applying under application qualification option (4)a. Individuals who are in their third year of university studies in Japan(i) Application form for the preliminary review of application qualifications: Download and print the form fromthis graduate school’s website (see below) on A4-sized paper, and then complete the form.
(ii) Transcript: A document showing your grades at the university in which you are enrolled up to the end of yoursecond year.
(iii) Document indicating the subjects, number of credits, or other items required for you to graduate from theundergraduate program in which you are enrolled: A copy of the course subject list (as might be found in a
student handbook or course information booklet), etc.
(iv) Document indicating the courses completed (and planned to be completed) through the end of your third yearof study: Copies of your course registration records, study plan, etc.
* Eligibility for Application (4) a. shall be determined based on the following conditions:(1) Individuals who have completed three-year study of a university in Japan by the end of March 2024.
(2) Individuals who are expected to achieve at least 80% of the required number of credits for graduation from theuniversity they are currently enrolled in by the second half of academic year 2023 (by the end of March 2024)with excellent academic performance.
Note: If an individual who has passed the entrance examination fails to meet the above requirements by the end of
March 2024, their acceptance will be revoked.
b. Individuals who have completed a 15-year curriculum in school education abroad or have completed a curriculum
at a foreign university (limited to those who have completed a 15-year curriculum in school education in that foreigncountry) by taking courses in Japan or through distance learning programs conducted by foreign schools, and who
have been recognized by the educational institution in that foreign country that is designated separately by the MEXT.
Note that individuals with a specialized diploma from China as their highest academic qualification are not eligible forapplication.
(i) Preliminary Application for Eligibility: Download the application form from our school's website* and create it on
A4-sized paper.
Resume: Download the format from our school's website* and create it on A4-sized paper.
(ii) Academic Transcript(iii) Certificate of Completion or a copy of the Graduation Certificate/Degree Certificate, etc.
(iv) For individuals who do not hold Japanese nationality, a copy of the residence card or passport is required.
*Please refer to our school's website for the forms: https://www.econ.hokudai.ac.jp/e_exam/daigakuin/• Those applying under application qualification option (10)(i) Application form for the preliminary review of application qualifications: Download and print the form fromthis graduate school’s website (see below) on A4-sized paper, and then complete the form.

※ Website of Graduate School of Economics and Business, Hokkaido University:
https://www.econ.hokudai.ac.jp/e_exam/daigakuin/
II. Submission Period for Application Materials for the Preliminary Review of Application Qualifications
Submission of application materials: November 9 (Thu.) – November 13 (Mon.), 2023
(In-person) accepted between 8:30am and 4:00pm on the day(Postal Mail) must be received by this period- 7 -Enrollment for April 2024 Master’s Program (2nd round)III. Preliminary Review Interview (Oral Exam)This graduate school conducts interviews (oral exams) with candidates for whom an interview is deemed to benecessary as a supplement to the preliminary review documentation. Candidates who are to be interviewed will be
notified separately.
IV. Notification of Results of the Preliminary Review of Application Qualifications
Applicants will be notified of the results on November 22 (Wed.), 2023.

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Concerning Long-Term Study Students (information for first-year students)“Long-term study students” refers to students who—in consideration of their employment situation or other factors—
have been permitted to complete their academic coursework over a fixed period of time that is longer than the standard
term of study (two years for master’s programs, three years for doctoral programs). Unlike ordinary students,
individuals authorized for long-term study from the time of their enrollment may pay the tuition due for the standard
term of study divided by the actual number of years they are enrolled.
You may apply for long-term study either at the time you enroll or later, but be aware that students who receive
permission for long-term study in their second or third year will pay a higher tuition amount. (Applications for longterm study will not be accepted in the final year of study.)
1. Eligibility
Those who are eligible for long-term study are applicants to or students currently enrolled in this graduate school’s
Division of Modern Economics and Management (excluding those in their final year of study under the standard termof study) who meet one of the following criteria:(1) Individuals who are engaged in full-time employment, such as those currently employed by government agencies
or companies (excluding those receiving salaries while being on sabbatical/temporarily relieved of their workduties), and self-employed individuals(2) Individuals who are raising children, caring for family members, or facing similar burdens on par with that
described in item (1) above, and deemed by the dean of the graduate school to be adversely affected by thesecircumstances, causing their graduate school studies to suffer
2. Application ProceduresThose who wish to apply for long-term study should submit the three documents listed below along with theiradmission application. The application form for long-term study can be obtained from the academic affairs
coordinator office of the Graduate School of Economics and Business Administration/School of Economics andBusiness Administration.
(1) Application for long-term study(2) Study plan(3) Materials verifying your reasons for needing long-term study approval (e.g., certificate of employment)
3. Application Results
After the application is reviewed, a decision will be made to approve or reject the application. Applicants will be
notified of the results in mid-March.
4. Term of Study
Study periods for long-term study applicants are approved in one-year increments. A master’s course applicant may
be approved for a three- or four-year term of study. A doctoral course applicant may be approved for a four-, five-, or
six-year term of study.
5. Annual Tuition AmountThe annual tuition amount for long-term study students is generally calculated by multiplying the annual tuition
amount by the number of years in the standard term of study, and then dividing that figure by the actual number ofyears the student will be enrolled. (The total tuition may end up higher than initially calculated due to tuition
adjustments made over time, however.)6. Shortening or Extending a Term of Study
If special circumstances arise, a long-term study student may request (only once) that his/her term of study be
shortened or extended.
(1) Shortened term of study
The term of a long-term study student can be shortened upon approval to a minimum of three years for the
master’s program and four years for the doctoral program (i.e., the standard term of study + one year).
A student who wants to shorten his/her long-term study by one year must submit and receive approval for arequest to change a long-term study term up to two years prior to the day his/her long-term study is scheduled toend. (A doctoral student who wants to shorten his/her long-term study by two years must complete this procedure
up to three years prior to the day his/her long-term study is scheduled to end.)(2) Extended term of study
A long-term study student may extend his/her term of study. He/she must submit and receive approval for arequest to change to a long-term study term up to one year prior to the day his/her long-term study is scheduled toend. The long-term study term may not exceed four years for master’s program students and six years for doctoral
program students.
7. Other
To apply for long-term study, contact your prospective academic advisor in advance.

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Global Economist Program
1. What is the Global Economist Program ?

Since our graduate school allies with three universities abroad on Double-Degree Program, students can receive themaster’s degree from both universities. To participate DDP, students are required to entry to the Global Economist
Program.

2. Partner Universities

UNIVERSITY OF GOTHENBURG(Sweden)
NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY(Taiwan)
YONSEI UNIVERSITY(Korea)

3. Application Criteria:

In principle, applicants need to meet the following criteria (1) and (2).
Note) Applicants who wish to be sent to the University of Gothenburg need to meet the criteria(3) and (4)besides (1) and (2).
(1) Those who are in doctoral course, or those who are in specialized course and planning to submit the masterthesis.
(2) Those who get the following score; TOEFL-iBT above 79-80, TOEFL-PBT above 550, IELTS above 6.0, or,
TOEIC above 730-800.
(3) Those who have acquired “more than 8 credits related to Statistics”, or “more than 4 credits related to
Statistics and more than 4 credits related to Mathmatics”.
(4) Those who meet the following criteria ① or ②
① Those who have acquired more than 32 credits related to Economics and 4 credits of Econometrics(orsomething familiar) .
② Those who’ve got the a bachelor degree of Mathematics or Engineering(Based on a quantitative or
mathematical thinking).
※The application criteria is different from the partner universities, also, there is a possibility that those criteria will bechanged. Please contact to the academic affairs office to get the latest information.

4. Required Courses after Admission
Program participants are required to take the following courses in the 1st semester of the admission year:
Microeconomics, Special Study of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Special Study of Macroeconomics,
Special Study of Mathematical Economics A, Special Study of Mathematical Economics B,
Econometrics(theory), Econometrics(computing)Academic Affairs Office
Graduate School of Economics and Business
School of Economics and Business
Tel: 011-706-3163 (direct)
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