Course Description

Fields of Concentration

This is a group of courses that allow students to select a specific area of ICT-related knowledge and deepen their knowledge in that area.Courses are grouped by field in order to acquire specialized and broad knowledge.
You may also take courses outside your chosen field of study.

Artificial Intelligence

Students will learn about the basic theory and application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related technologies such as data science through examples in various applied fields, and master the techniques for utilizing AI in various fields through learning with software related to AI.

AI Milestones

Today's AI is already changing the world.I can’t even begin to imagine how much this will change people, society, business, education, and culture.If we trace the origins of this AI from an information science perspective, we might be able to glimpse the future.

IoT and AI

Students will learn about the concepts and characteristics of the Internet of Things (IoT) and understand that intelligent edge computing systems can be realized by applying artificial intelligence (machine learning) technologies to the IoT.

Fundamentals of Algorithms

Students will learn how to implement basic algorithms (such as the binary search method, Newton's method, binary search trees, sorting algorithms [simple insertion sort, Shell sort, and heap sort], and recursive algorithms [Koch's curve drawing], etc.) in Java (with some portions in C or Python).To cultivate the ability to implement Java programs on a computer and evaluate their performance.

Object-Oriented Programming

Using Java, a leading object-oriented programming language, students will learn through hands-on exercises how key object-oriented concepts—such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism—are implemented at the language level.

Speech Comprehension

This book introduces the fundamental concepts of signal processing and artificial intelligence that form the basis of the latest speech recognition applications, and explains how to create your own speech recognition app.We will use an open-source toolkit to create a voice-activated web browser and other applications.

Machine Learning

Students will learn the fundamentals of machine learning through a combination of “theory” and “practical application (Python programming exercises).”This course outlines the fundamentals and concepts of the underlying technology and develops students’ ability to build optimal classification models on a computer and to compare, evaluate, and select among them.

Combinatorial Optimization

Optimization is the problem of minimizing or maximizing an objective function subject to given constraints.This course focuses primarily on combinatorial optimization problems.We will learn algorithms for typical network optimization problems.

Games and Artificial Intelligence

This course includes lectures and exercises on topics such as the concepts of digital games using artificial intelligence technology, methods for implementing systems that run games, and the relationship between games and humans.Gaming is a form of human intellectual activity and a major field of application for artificial intelligence technology.

Computer Programming (Python)

The Python programming language is characterized by a wide variety of libraries suitable for artificial intelligence processing.In this course, students will learn the grammar of the Python language and acquire the skills necessary for programming in the Python language.

Scientific Writing and Presentation

In this course, students will learn how to structure their writing accurately and clearly, which forms the foundation for writing scientific papers.In addition, participants will learn presentation skills to efficiently explain (convey) the results (message) to the target audience.

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Students will acquire a basic understanding of natural language processing and develop practical natural language processing skills through exercises.The goal is to acquire a basic understanding of natural language processing and become capable of developing simple applications.

Information Media Engineering

Humans have sensory organs known as the five senses; they process information from the outside world in the brain and act upon it in various ways.Students will learn the fundamentals of the theories and methods of pattern recognition and pattern generation—which can be reproduced computationally in a formal manner—with regard to the input and output of such information.

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

Understand “What is artificial intelligence?”To that end, students will study topics such as the “definition of artificial intelligence,” the “history of artificial intelligence research,” the “fundamental theories of artificial intelligence, including machine learning,” “current challenges in artificial intelligence,” and “the use and ethics of artificial intelligence.”

AI Software Applications I

Future IT professionals will need to acquire knowledge and skills in AI.Students will use Python libraries to understand machine learning methods and acquire AI application skills (machine learning techniques) so they can apply them to various types of data analysis.

Applications of Artificial Intelligence Software II

We will learn about deep learning and generative AI, two areas in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) where technological development is advancing rapidly.Understand what theories and technologies exist, as well as what kinds of large-scale computations are performed internally.

Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence

Understand the algorithms behind “gradient descent” and “backpropagation,” which are gaining attention in deep learning.In the first half—the theoretical section—we will systematically study the mathematical concepts necessary for understanding the above algorithms, such as “total differential” and “maximum likelihood estimation,” assuming a basic knowledge of mathematics.In the practical section in the second half, we will deepen our understanding of the algorithm by gradually increasing the complexity of the model.In the Python lab, you'll also learn how to implement programs using NumPy and Matplotlib, which are essential for machine learning programming.

New Businesses and Artificial Intelligence

We will learn about the requirements (methods) for utilizing AI as a means of business creation, including: (1) “Seed-out” and “Market-in” approaches for AI technologies such as large language models (LLMs); (2) the selection, evaluation, and management of data and AI, as well as their business implementation; and (3) the growth trajectories of companies utilizing AI.

Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

The goal is to understand and master the fundamental technologies of knowledge representation and reasoning, which form the foundation of artificial intelligence.Students will learn the fundamentals of representing knowledge and reasoning using symbols, as well as explainability using symbols in artificial intelligence systems.

Data Analysis I

Data analysis skills are the ability to understand and use information science knowledge such as information processing, statistics, and programming.In this course, students will use R and Python—languages that are gaining attention as tools for data analysis—to learn, primarily through hands-on exercises, various methods necessary for statistical analysis and multivariate analysis, such as classification, regression, and hypothesis testing, as well as visualization techniques.

Data Analysis II

We will learn how to identify patterns based on how data is handled and the relationships between data points.We will build programs for analysis using both R and Python, two programming languages that are currently gaining attention.

Database Specific Lecture

After learning the basics of databases, you will learn how to manipulate and output data as desired.Based on real-world work scenarios, students will conduct a comprehensive hands-on exercise in which they analyze open data using SQL and compile a report summarizing the insights derived from the data.

Data Mining

Students will study machine learning, statistical analysis, databases, and pattern recognition—processes used to identify patterns and relationships within large volumes of data—and learn how to use these methods to discover and extract hidden, valuable information and knowledge from data for decision-making and forecasting in various fields, including business, science, and medical diagnosis.

Logical Thinking

Through lectures, case studies, and exercises, students will gain an understanding of the overview, fundamental concepts, and various tools of logical thinking as practiced in creative and innovative companies, thereby cultivating their creativity.Through the practice of logical thinking, students will develop their ability to explain concepts.

Robots and Artificial Intelligence

Students will gain an understanding of how robots work, learn how to use ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2)—a middleware essential for robot development—and study reinforcement learning, thereby acquiring the fundamentals for developing various types of autonomous robots.

Data Science

Students learn how to analyze business information stored in the cloud and database and make effective decisions.

e-Commerce Tools

Students will understand the mechanisms, models, technological points of caution, and the social significance of e-commerce on the Internet, and will learn the techniques required for these, as well as construction strategies, design techniques, applications and management techniques of websites.

Internet Business Strategies And Marketing

Students will learn basic marketing theory and acquire the ability to develop e-marketing methods that bring Internet business strategies to fruition.This course explains case studies from various fields and teaches students how to develop effective e-marketing strategies.

Introduction to Web Business

We will explore the fundamentals of web-based business, focusing on B2C and B2B—web business models that directly drive revenue growth in the 21st-century corporate environment.Identify the “optimal business model” through case studies of successful web businesses.

Web Programming II

Using JavaScript—a programming language that runs within a web browser—students will learn how to implement basic algorithms and data structures, as well as how to dynamically update web pages.

Advanced topics in Business Administration

This book explains a theoretically sound methodology for business management, starting from the basics.Become a core member of the company and acquire the fundamental skills needed to achieve results.To understand the qualities and skills necessary for management and to develop the basic knowledge and practical sense required for them.

Computer Programming (C++)

Understand the fundamentals of programming and the concepts applicable to the development of software, databases, and other systems.Learn C++-specific constructs and concepts that help you write efficient and scalable code for a wide range of applications.

Practical Cloud Computing

Students will be introduced to various solutions that are currently available with cloud computing. Students will debate the cost cutting, merits of Cloud Computing in corporations and organizations, from a perspective on optimization of strategy, planning and social media.

Advanced Topics in Information Ethics

To become leaders in the information society, students will learn the rules and etiquette for handling information and using information technology, and develop the ability to examine issues from a fundamental and critical perspective based on ethical principles.Acquire professional ethics as an information technology professional.

Introduction to Remote Sensing for Aquatic Systems

Students will learn the fundamental concepts of remote sensing (including both passive and active sensors) in aquatic environments, covering the spectrum from the visible to the microwave range.Students will also learn methods for visualizing and analyzing satellite data using programming languages.

Organizational Behavior

Organizational behavior is the study of how individuals and groups function within an organization.Through this course, students will develop a mindset that is beneficial to their careers, as well as the ability to influence behavior within an organization.

Exploratory data analysis and visualization

Exploratory data analysis is important for deriving insights from datasets and discovering underlying patterns.Learn the techniques for using the tools necessary for understanding data, and acquire the practical skills to present compelling analyses and insights.

Qualitative Data: Analysis and Transformation

Regarding qualitative data analysis, students will understand the characteristics and features of qualitative research and acquire problem-solving techniques while applying relevant analytical methods.Students will learn about the types and methods of interview surveys, qualitative research using the Internet, and more.

Data Warehousing and Big Data

Large-scale data storage requires a specialized data storage method.The approach commonly referred to as a data warehouse is an extension of the relational database model, and many of them adopt a multidimensional model.We will study the various approaches known as NoSQL databases from the perspective of “big data.”

Data Analysis I

Data Analysis II

Database Specific Lecture

Theories of Data Mining

Students will learn what data mining is, its basic methods, practical applications, and its latest applications in science.This course aims to spark interest in the cutting edge of computer science and help students master the techniques involved in the basic data mining process.

Web Systems Development

Students will learn how to plan and create websites that are linked to databases and cloud services, and how to create web applications for PCs and smart phones.

Fundamentals of Algorithms

Students will learn how to implement basic algorithms (such as the binary search method, Newton’s method, binary search trees, sorting algorithms [simple insertion sort, Shell sort, and heap sort], and recursive algorithms [Koch’s curve drawing], etc.) in Java (with some portions in C or Python).To cultivate the ability to implement Java programs on a computer and evaluate their performance.

Overview of Web Technology

Based on the concepts of client-server configurations and multi-layer protocol architectures in the field of web technology, students will learn the fundamentals of web system architecture, web programming, network technology, and information and communication systems.

Web service construction technique

Students will deepen their understanding of XML—the foundation of web services—and its language processing, and acquire XML programming skills.In this lab, students will set up and deploy a web service and implement a client that uses it.

Introduction to Web Business

Web Programming II

Using JavaScript—a programming language that runs within a web browser—students will learn how to implement basic algorithms and data structures, as well as how to dynamically update web pages.

Web Programming III

Learn the skills needed to build web database applications using a combination of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL (MariaDB).The goal is to create a simple blog that includes features such as user login and article posting.

Object-Oriented System Design

Students will understand the benefits of abstraction in object-oriented system development and acquire the ability to analyze and design a new system they intend to develop using UML notation, as well as the ability to model it as a program data structure.

Object-Oriented Programming

Computer Programming (C++)

Computer Programming (Python)

Information Security

By considering the perspectives of both attackers and victims, students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of cybersecurity and learn about attack and defense techniques and tools.Learn about various types of cyberattacks and acquire the basic knowledge necessary to avoid becoming a victim.

AI Software Applications I

Software Engineering

Understand that software testing is one of the most important aspects of software development.Develop participants' ability to understand and evaluate scientific software testing methods not only from the perspective of developers, but also from the perspectives of users and management.

Database Specific Lecture

Design Thinking

Design thinking is a way of thinking that aims at creative problem solving, and its methods can be applied to the design of technologies and environments.This course focuses specifically on human-centered design and introduces the theory and methodology of design thinking.

Project Management

Students of this course come to understand the items that must be managed to draft a business plan in an online environment and bring a business to fruition. Through real examples and case studies, students engage in practical study of project management methods and the use of a variety of tools.

Mobile Application Development

We will develop a web application that provides library management services and an Android app that offers similar services on smartphones.Through this, students will learn the fundamental technologies that enable the development of web and mobile apps.

Network and Security Management

Students will learn how to configure networks according to their objectives, cloud computing, security management, and introduction and development of various server/client systems.

IoT and AI

IoT and Wireless Networks

Students will learn the basic concepts and characteristics of the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as the core technologies required for its implementation.You will learn how to retrieve information from websites on the Internet, as well as how to analyze and visualize that information.

Internet Governance

Students will learn the fundamental elements of the Internet and Internet governance.Participate in the UN-sponsored IGF (Internet Governance Forum) and acquire the basic knowledge needed to follow the discussions.

Overview of Web Technology

Web service construction technique

Application of Cloud Networking

Learn about public cloud providers, new cloud technologies, and applications across various industries.Gain a general understanding by researching and comparing the services offered by GCP, AWS, Azure, and others on your own.

Global Internet Management Theory

Students will learn about the mechanisms for coordinating the operation of the global Internet, including the management of IP addresses and domain names.Students will acquire knowledge that will be useful for engaging in business operations—including the design, operation, and commercialization of networks that form part of the Internet.

Routing and Switching

This course focuses primarily on the first half of the CCNAv7 “Introduction to Networking” course and the “Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials” course.

Advanced Routing and Switching

Learn the main concepts of the CCNAv7 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE) course.Students will focus on configuring and building information and communications networks, and will learn about network virtualization and other topics.

Computer Programming (C++)

Computer Programming (Python)

Cyber Security

In the “Cybersecurity” category, you will systematically and in-depth study the methods and mechanisms of cyberattacks, as well as the technologies and measures used for protection and management to safeguard information.Acquire practical problem-solving skills and the necessary competencies in the field of security.

Information Security

Advanced Studies in Networking

Students will learn the principles and functions of information and communication networks, particularly the Internet, and gain an understanding of the concepts of the TCP/IP protocol stack.This section explains network technologies such as wired and wireless LAN, WAN, and MAN.

Advanced Topics in Information Ethics

AI Software Applications I

Rules for New Business

“Rules” (such as laws, codes, and ethical standards) play a crucial role in enabling companies to realize excellent business models through new technologies and achieve growth.Understand the rules you need to be aware of and learn the basics of how to approach them.

System Administration

Students will learn about information networks, including their structure and operation, network technologies, and web applications, as well as the OSI Reference Model and the TCP/IP protocol.Learn the basics of information security and network system management.

Global Entrepreneurship

Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to start a business by themselves in the field of IT business, including ideas and leadership as entrepreneurs, and methods of data analysis and utilization.

Current Issues in IT Industry

This course will explore, through lectures and analysis, how IT companies have solved various management and development challenges and driven the industry’s growth.Through specific examples from the work of a current CEO, participants will learn about business planning and implementation, organizational management, and the responsibilities of both the CEO and employees.

IT Business Negotiation

Negotiation is a necessary and crucial component of business. In this course, students will examine case studies of negotiations specific to the IT business and, through practical role-playing exercises, learn negotiation techniques in the IT business from the ground up.

e-Commerce Tools

Internet Governance

Internet Business Strategies And Marketing

Introduction to Web Business

Practical Studies for Business Management

Students will learn the knowledge and mindset necessary for business management through practical examples.Students will examine the various challenges faced by companies and what it means to be a corporate professional; they will learn about crisis management, the importance of understanding failure, and the value of employees; and they will cultivate the personal qualities necessary to thrive in the corporate world.

Global Entrepreneurship and Business Models

Students will learn the knowledge necessary for starting a startup, primarily from a marketing perspective, through case studies.Acquire the latest insights and practical skills regarding segmentation, targeting, and positioning.

Global Internet Management Theory

Global Human Resource Development Theory

With the goal of developing international professionals—who are expected to possess strong communication skills and sound business management abilities—students will explore a variety of topics to deepen their understanding.Acquire the ability to take on responsibilities in the IT business and handle inbound operations with a global perspective.

Advanced topics in Business Administration

Game Theory and Negotiation Techniques

This course is an overview of the main topics in game theory as well as negotiating strategy. Students will learn the basic representations of conflicts, solution concepts, and solution methods, and how to apply them to other fields.Both cooperative and non-cooperative game approaches are explored.

Leading Meaningfully for Sustainable Growth

Students will explore, from the perspectives of business administration, positive psychology, and existential psychology, how the meaning individuals find in their work relates to productivity and leadership at the individual, organizational, and societal levels.

Practical Cloud Computing

Advanced Topics in Information Ethics

Rules for New Business

Organizational Behavior

Intellectual Property Law

For those involved in the IT business, knowledge of the intellectual property rights system is essential.Students will gain an overview of the intellectual property rights system, including copyright law and industrial property rights law, and acquire the knowledge necessary for protecting intellectual property rights in web business systems operations.

Design Thinking

Business Economics I

Study microeconomics.This course focuses on analyzing markets where households and businesses engage in economic transactions, and students will learn the fundamentals of economics from the perspective of the efficient allocation of scarce economic resources through consumption and production.We will also learn the basic mathematics of calculus and optimization.

Business Economics II

Study macroeconomics.We will analyze the various factors that influence the overall economic trends of the country—particularly GDP, the balance of payments, exchange rates, inflation, and unemployment—and consider how these factors can be managed.

Brand Design and Business Management

After gaining a grasp of brand design and management theory, students study strategies for enhancing the strength of their company’s brand, through brand marketing and brand management. Case studies from familiar corporate brands are researched, so that students acquire skills in creating their own brands as entrepreneurs.

Project Management

ERP

Students will learn about information management related to people, goods, and money handled by enterprises, as well as basic information systems for supporting managerial decision-making.

ERP Business Application Development

We will learn about “ABAP,” the programming language used for system development and add-on development in SAP.Students will learn about the relationship between grammar, ABAP programming, and SAP software, and will create programs in ABAP that run on the SAP system.

Advanced Topics in ERP Consultation

Students will learn to identify corporate issues based on real-world phenomena and articulate them as specific challenges, thereby acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to work as an ERP consultant.To help them visualize themselves contributing to society and set goals for the next few years.

Web Programming II

Using JavaScript—a programming language that runs within a web browser—students will learn how to implement basic algorithms and data structures, as well as how to dynamically update web pages.

Object-Oriented Programming

Machine Learning

Enterprise System

Students will learn about the objectives of business activities and the role of core business functions in achieving those objectives, and will understand what types of information are generated by each core business function and how that information is managed through information systems.This course is a prerequisite for studying ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning).

Business Integration and e-Business

Through SAP’s S/4HANA system, students will learn how to achieve business integration—and, by extension, e-business—that secures a competitive advantage by understanding corporate structure and business mechanisms and making full use of the latest IT (ICT).

Material Management System Development

Using text materials based on documentation provided by SAP and the IDE as the practical training environment, students will acquire knowledge of the MM (Purchasing and Inventory) functions of the SAP system and gain hands-on experience operating them.Acquire the knowledge needed to prepare for the SAP Certified Consultant exam.

International Accounting

This program covers accounting procedures ranging from English-language accounting journal entries to financial statement preparation and consolidated financial statements, examines the differences between International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Japanese accounting standards, and explores the recent convergence of Japanese accounting standards with IFRS, with the aim of developing global professionals with expertise in international accounting.

Financial Accounting System Development I

We will conduct a hands-on development exercise for a financial accounting system used in ERP systems, using the Financial Accounting (FI) module in SAP's training environment.This course leads into “Financial Accounting System Development II.”Understand the basic functions and configuration methods of FⅠ.

Financial Accounting System Development Ⅱ

We will conduct a hands-on development exercise for a financial accounting system used in ERP systems, using the Financials (FI) module in SAP's training environment.This course is a continuation of “Financial Accounting System Development I.”Acquire the basic skills of an ERP consultant.

Human Resource Management System Development

Students will gain an understanding of the mechanisms of human resources management and information systems, learn how to improve operational efficiency—including through effective talent utilization and the optimization of performance evaluations—and examine approaches to developing strategies for human resources-related operations.Through this course, students will gain an understanding of the various functions of human resources management and acquire knowledge in this field.

Development of Production Control System

Students will gain an understanding of the overview and functions of production management systems used in ERP systems and, through hands-on exercises, develop a system using the PP module of SAP’s S/4HANA system.Students learn the setting of master data (material master, bill of materials, work center, operation), use material resource planning to plan components, create production orders or process orders.

Development of Sales and Distribution System

Using text materials based on documentation provided by SAP and the IDE, which serves as the practical training environment, students will acquire knowledge of the sales and logistics management functions of the SAP system and gain hands-on experience operating it.Participants will also simulate real-world scenarios from a sales and logistics system implementation project.

IT Manga and Anime

This curriculum teaches students how to use digital tools to plan and produce animated and other visual content, as well as how to incorporate such content into one’s business.

Special Lecture on Animation Planning, Production and Promotion

This article introduces topics such as business practices, technical and production workflows, and the types of talent sought in the Japanese animation industry, and also discusses how technological advancements have transformed the industry’s structure.We will also examine issues related to copyright and strategies for the content industry.

Animation Drawing Fundamentals A

In this course, students will learn how to draw lines for animation, including deformations, based on realistic drawing methods (sketching).Students will learn how to depict the movement of objects in animation using examples of natural phenomena and human movement.

Basics of Anime Animation B

Expand and deepen the fundamentals learned in “Basics of Anime Animation A.”In animation drawing, students will develop the skills to depict complex movements—such as a person skipping—that can be applied to actual animated works.Create an animation that moves the background to give a sense of depth.

Visual Story Telling and Communication

Students will acquire basic filming and editing skills and learn how to structure video productions.The goal is to become proficient in using video cameras and the video editing software Premiere, and to master basic filming and editing techniques.

Introduction to Modern and Contemporary Art History

Students will acquire a basic understanding of art trends from the modern era through the mid-20th century, while also learning about the importance of visual literacy.With the goal of acquiring knowledge not only through classroom instruction but also by engaging with actual works of art, we plan to include visits to art exhibitions and museums during the course.

Special Topics in Contents Industry

This course examines actual content (anime and manga), introduces the structure of the content industry using real-world examples, and helps students acquire a basic understanding of relevant laws.Gain an understanding of the big picture of the content business and consider its challenges and issues.

Computer Graphics

Students will learn the basic techniques and theories of computer graphics in the context of its historical development and gain an understanding of what happens within the software.Students will create simple projects using software such as Autodesk Maya to deepen their understanding of the theory.

Practical Animation Production

Faculty members with over 30 years of experience in the animation industry will teach this course in an omnibus format, covering practical issues related to animation production and business, production methods, promotion, and approaches to creating works.

Scenario Writing and Storyboarding

In the production of video content, storyboards serve as blueprints and are useful tools for building consensus among clients and creators.We will examine storyboards and screenplays as blueprints from various perspectives.

Photo: Theory and Practice

We will examine artistic expression in the age of generative imagery through the lens of photography and cultivate visual thinking skills through the study of photographic history, as well as through the processes of creation, critique, and exhibition.By exploring the fundamentals of visual expression—such as light, time, composition, and color—this program fosters creativity and critical thinking that can be applied across various creative fields.

Introduction to Western Art History

This course provides an overview of the major trends in Western art and helps students acquire basic art history terminology and foundational knowledge through the study of key works from the Renaissance and surrounding periods.It covers art from ancient to medieval times, as well as art from the 17th century onward and contemporary art.Learn about the importance of visual literacy.

Digital Animation Production

Students will learn hand-drawn animation techniques and the production workflow of traditional methods, then use software to create a short animated film by following that process, thereby gaining a basic understanding of the entire production process.We introduce a variety of software programs to help everyone improve their skills.

Digital Audio Production

Students will learn the fundamentals of sound and hearing as physical phenomena, as well as the basics of analog and digital audio.Learn how to edit audio using audio editing software and how to use a DAW.It also explains the technology behind Hatsune Miku and her business ventures.

Special Image Technique

Comprehensively learn the fundamentals of video editing, color grading, audio editing, and VFX (visual effects).Through hands-on video production, students will gain an understanding of the workflow from project planning to completion and develop comprehensive video editing skills.

Advanced Special Visual Effects

A continuation and expansion of the course “Special Visual Effects Techniques.”We will introduce and provide instruction on how to use “BLACKMAGIC DAVINCI,” the latest video and entertainment production software.Understand and apply industry-leading software.

Fundamentals of Japanese Film History

Students will learn an overview of the history of Japanese cinema, from the introduction of film in the late 19th century through the 21st century.Understand how cinema has evolved throughout modern and contemporary history and how it has been produced in interaction with the society and culture of the time.

Performing Arts and IT

Through lectures by industry professionals and a variety of hands-on exercises, students will learn how ICT is utilized in the entertainment industry.Students will gain an understanding of the expressive techniques and underlying technologies used in music and video, and master visual effects techniques.

Brand Design and Business Management

Manga creation theory

We will analyze the techniques, themes, significance, and cultural aspects of works that have left their mark on the history of manga and are renowned for their cutting-edge expressiveness, and explore what makes them so compelling.Students will master the various principles of manga and learn to analyze it critically and meticulously, capturing both its details and its overall structure.

Rich Media Content Development

Using video editing and animation software, we develop content such as advertisements, product promotions, and event announcements.The goal is to understand the expressive potential of rich media and to create content that applies this potential.

IT Tourism

Students will learn ICT applications in the tourism field, IT in tourism business, information management such as tours and accommodations, and planning and design of tourism contents.

Special Lecture on Animation Planning, Production and Promotion

Web Programming II

Using JavaScript—a programming language that runs within a web browser—students will learn how to implement basic algorithms and data structures, as well as how to dynamically update web pages.

Visual Story Telling and Communication

Object-Oriented System Design

IT Tourism Internship

The goal is to apply the specialized knowledge acquired in tourism-related industries, such as the travel and lodging sectors.Through hands-on work experience, students will acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform tasks in the tourism industry—particularly those involving the use of ICT—and apply them to their career development.

Introduction to Tourism IT

Understand the perspectives and basic knowledge necessary for studying IT in the tourism industry.By introducing leading global examples—ranging from the essence of tourism to its relationship with ICT—students will identify the characteristics of tourism that leverage ICT and acquire specialized knowledge in the field of tourism.

Advanced Topics in IT Tourism

Students will learn about the challenges facing the tourism industry in Japan in areas such as its development, policies and planning, workforce development, and marketing.In particular, we aim to examine and propose methods for regional revitalization through tourism promotion utilizing ICT.

Tourism Data Analysis

To acquire the basic theories and techniques for tourism data analysis and evaluationThis course explains the fundamental theories and techniques of data analysis and its applications—including data collection and preprocessing, pattern discovery, classification, clustering, and information recommendation—using actual tourism data.

Tourism Design

Using IT and ICT analysis methods focused on data from the tourism industry, students will work in groups to learn about tourism projects from design through implementation.The goal is to examine current conditions and issues based on tourism data and develop basic analytical skills.

Introduction to the Tourism Business

Gain a basic understanding of the tourism industry and tourism information.Students will learn skills related to tourism information—such as product development and promotion—through real-world case studies and analyze related challenges.Acquire the knowledge needed to solve problems by studying the latest case studies, such as those in inbound tourism.

Global Entrepreneurship and Business Models

Global Human Resource Development Theory

Tourism Destination Management

From the perspective of tourism destination management, students will learn methods for collecting and analyzing tourism data and designing regional information services based on strategic goals for tourism destinations, such as attracting international tourists and alleviating overcrowding.Acquire expertise in DMO.

Data Analysis I

Special Image Technique

Business Economics I

Brand Design and Business Management

Project Management

Mobile Application Development

Rich Media Content Development

IT Entertainment

IT Entertainment Internship

I will participate in an entertainment internship for one semester.Students are expected to apply and expand upon the knowledge they have gained in the field of IT entertainment in real-world professional settings.

Special Lecture on Animation Planning, Production and Promotion

Animation Planning and Production

The best way to learn about animation is to plan and actually produce it.In this course, students will simulate the creation of a work and learn how to utilize that work as a business venture.We will also explore how to recoup production costs and generate profits, as well as future animation production systems, including new business models and AI.

Japanese Animation Business

We will provide detailed explanations based on real-world examples of business strategies, planning, and implementation methods in the animation industry.In addition, as part of the practical exercises, students will plan products and events and work through budget and revenue calculations for the implementation phase.Learn how to develop a rights-based business, as well as strategies for product development, profit structures, and profit forecasting.

Fundamentals of Entertainment Technology

This course examines, from historical and sociological perspectives, how “technology” has transformed modes of expression in diverse fields of entertainment, such as music and the performing arts.To understand the technical changes and cultural significance behind works of art.

Applied Market Research

In this course, students will learn the basic methods of market research—including both qualitative and quantitative approaches—using the game industry as a case study.Students will deepen their understanding of research methods through case studies in the gaming industry and develop the ability to apply the knowledge gained to other industries and a variety of research topics.

Music in IT

Music, in particular, has evolved significantly under the influence of technology.The goal is to understand how various elements are intricately intertwined even within a single form of content—music—and to present a vision of the future with a rich imagination.

Application of Cloud Networking

Introduction to the Global Video Game Industry

Students will learn the fundamentals necessary to conduct a basic analysis of the global gaming industry—including its current market conditions, market leaders, major platforms, and future trends.You will also learn about monetization trends, technology development, and the creation of the latest reports in the gaming industry.

Game Programming

Acquire game system programming skills that can be applied to game engines.Rather than focusing on the so-called “main game,” it develops the ability to create game systems.We use C++ as our programming language.

Advanced Game Programming

Learn about advanced game development tools and environments, such as those used for development on PC and mobile publishing platforms.As part of the learning process, we will use the Unity platform and the Asset Store to deepen our understanding.Acquire the ability to develop original games using professional tools.

Contemporary Music Theory

This book explores a wide range of music up to the present day and explains how classical music is connected to and influenced by contemporary music, traditional Japanese music, and contemporary music from around the world.Learn about various types of music and explore their connection to entertainment.

Content Promotion Strategy

The world is flooded with content designed to encourage the purchase of various products and services, but a strategy is needed to guide users to that content.Gain hands-on experience in event management, and devise and implement strategies to increase attendance.

Special Topics in Contents Industry

Storytelling and Creation

Simply coming up with an idea isn't enough to call it “creative work.”You will learn how to “verify that there are no logical gaps,” “construct an effective structure,” “create a narrative that stirs the audience’s emotions,” and “communicate effectively.”

Social Media Marketing and Planning

You’ll learn how to design an effective content marketing plan, optimize campaigns across the entire customer journey, and measure success using cutting-edge analytics tools.Develop and implement data-driven campaigns for businesses and other organizations, and acquire the knowledge needed to thrive in today’s highly competitive digital environment.

Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

Intellectual Property Law

Digital Audio Production

Special Image Technique

System Administration

Business Video Game Basics

With regard to the superstructure of representative video games, this paper focuses on the diverse roles of the various business units involved in game development within the unique lifecycle of video games, particularly on how this structure varies by category and genre.It will also cover monetization models, organizational challenges for leaders, and the future development of business models in the gaming industry.

Video Games - Special Lecture

To gain a deeper understanding of the video game industry, we will explore business cases of success and failure in the industry and learn how differences in management philosophy and process philosophy have led to different outcomes.

Video Production

Acquire the skills, abilities, and knowledge necessary for producing high-quality video content.We aim to improve our technical skills in video shooting and editing for video production.

Performing Arts and IT

Industry Courses

These course focus on practical use of expertise and technology in specific industries. This is a subject group specialized in the target industry or industry.

Overview of the U.S. Education System

Study the U.S. education system—including educational policy, curriculum, assessment, special education, and bilingual education—to understand how these systems function and how they are being optimized.In addition, we will compare and analyze the educational systems of the United States and other countries.Become global citizens and gain the understanding and knowledge that will help you reflect more deeply on your own educational journey.

e-Learning Courseware Development

Students will learn methods for creating e-learning materials, as well as the basic knowledge and skills in ICT necessary for their development and implementation.Students will learn the entire process of e-learning course development (planning, design, production, implementation/publication) through hands-on exercises.

Overview of e-learning system

This course covers technical and instructional design aspects of e-learning.The goal is to provide an understanding of what to consider when implementing and using e-learning, from the perspectives of both teaching and learning theories and technology.

Instructional Design In E-Learning Business

Students will learn about the instructional design techniques required in developing e-learning systems, and they will put e-learning system design to practice using these. Additionally, students will also learn the knowledge required when planning business.

Medical Information System Design

This course presents a vision of the future of integrated healthcare information systems.In the healthcare sector, there is a very high demand for highly skilled engineers and managers.To help students learn what skills are in demand and discover their future career paths.

Medical Information and Law

This section provides an overview of medical information, including the Personal Information Protection Act, informed consent, data management, information disclosure, and ethical guidelines.As necessary, we will also address public health administration, providing explanations and analyses designed to foster an understanding of the relevant laws and to support the practical application of various medical practices.

Introduction to Maritime IT

In recent years, IT has been widely applied in the marine sector as well.This course covers basic knowledge of the ocean and ships, and introduces IT-related equipment primarily used in the fishing industry (on vessels).Participants will actually board the ship to experience how to operate various types of shipboard IT equipment.

Fundamentals of Marine Industries

This course covers fields where IT can be applied, focusing on maritime industries—such as shipping, shipbuilding, ports, and fisheries—as well as marine industries centered on resource development and the use of marine space as a resource.To deepen our understanding of the characteristics of business models in the maritime and ocean industries.

Marine Information Systems Design

In recent years, IT related to the marine sector—particularly systems for shipping, fisheries, and vessels—has been gaining attention.This course aims to provide students with an understanding of systems related to the marine industry, which will serve as a foundation for the future design of marine industry information systems.

Marine Biology and Environmental Sciences

To explore the relationship between the marine environment and marine life, students will learn basic knowledge about the ocean, the ecology of rare aquatic organisms at risk of extinction, and research examples aimed at their conservation and coexistence with humans.I will also explain the current state of Japan's fishing industry.

International Comparative Study on Education in Schools and Companies

From a global perspective, we will discuss what kind of school education is appropriate for an IT-driven society and what kind of collaboration with businesses is desirable, and consider the future of school education and the IT society.We will also examine the evolution from in-house training to corporate universities to professional universities.

Money and Banking

The essence of finance lies in the transfer of funds and risk, credit creation, and settlement, among other things.In this course, we will examine the role and functions of finance primarily from a business perspective.It also touches on the financial knowledge that individuals should have as a minimum, given the aging population and the principle of personal responsibility, which has led to an increase in such knowledge.

Development of a Concept for a New-Generation Educational Paradigm

By promoting collaborative learning between students and faculty, we aim to foster new perspectives.In Theory and Context, there is great significance in exploring the development of next-generation global higher education theory.Students will study the “humanities” necessary to thrive in a global society and cultivate the DX mindset required to succeed as working professionals, university educators, or other professionals.

Theory of Next-Generation Higher Education

In light of global trends, we will explore the future of university education in the era of digital transformation through the “practice of liberal arts education” as a form of next-generation higher education.This course employs team teaching to foster a sense of unity between faculty and students.

Agricultural Informatics in Next Generation

Students will learn how computer systems and software are utilized in the agricultural sector, the education required to train farmers, and the relationship between agricultural information and food and health.We will also deepen our understanding of the challenges facing Japanese agriculture and the direction of agricultural informatization.

Medical Frontier Informatics

Students will acquire a basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and learn about how AI is applied in the field of medical image diagnosis, as well as specific examples of its application.Understand the application of AI technology in the medical field (medical AI), such as disease diagnosis systems.

Digital Healthcare Fundamentals and Applications

This article reviews the latest digital healthcare technologies and introduces real-world applications in the industry.This article introduces various recent topics, including AI-based diagnosis and prediction, real-time health monitoring using wearable devices, and remote, contactless medical consultations.This book provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of electrical circuit theory in digital healthcare.

Library Information Science

Libraries continue to evolve in terms of IT services, such as information retrieval systems and the ability to search for holdings in their own and other libraries.In this course, students will learn about the practical aspects of libraries in Japan, information retrieval techniques that are useful in the real world, and the future potential of libraries and related institutions, including lifelong learning.

Agricultural Economics

In today's agricultural sector, there is a growing demand for skills in planning agricultural businesses by leveraging knowledge of ICT, IoT, and other technologies.In this course, students will gain practical, fundamental knowledge of agriculture and explore ways for the agricultural sector to overcome the challenges posed by the novel coronavirus.

Agricultural Information Systems Design

Students will undertake design and development of a prototype information system that collects, analyzes and provides to producers and consumers information, such as environmental data on farms and market distribution volume, to achieve stable supply of high-quality agricultural produce.

Financial Technology System Design

Using case studies, this module examines issues such as the security and API disclosure required of financial-information systems. We will also examine in detail the transformations that new technologies—such as blockchain and cloud services—are bringing to financial information systems.

Fundamentals of Fintech

Fintech refers to the convergence of finance and IT, but it is a concept distinct from the use of computers in traditional finance; its purpose is to meet financial needs while dramatically improving efficiency and convenience.In this course, students will gain an understanding of future prospects and challenges from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

Supporting Electives Courses

Supporting Electives CoursesThe program consists of subjects that cultivate the basic skills in communication and management necessary for professionals, regardless of their field of specialization or industry, as well as subjects that study the latest applications and technological trends in ICT.The second comprises case studies on the leading edge of IT and studies of the latest trends in technology. By including courses with a wide range of perspectives from the basics of IT business to applied studies, this curriculum provides students with a wide variety to choose from.

Statistics for IT

In today's increasingly digitized society, statistics are essential for analyzing diverse data and applying the results.In this course, students will learn statistical concepts and analytical methods based on probability theory and acquire the skills to apply them in the IT business field.

Asian Modern and Contemporary Music

Students will learn about the history and background of “Modern and Contemporary Asian Music,” which took shape with the introduction of Western music, and gain a broad perspective on “Asia in the World” through illustrations, audio recordings, and live violin performances.To deepen students' understanding of and appreciation for musical culture, which is essential to a well-rounded education.

Advanced Business ICT Communication

Building on the knowledge gained in “Business ICT Communication,” students will learn more advanced Japanese conversational expressions and explore the latest ICT topics.Acquire the high-level document writing skills required in the business world.

Web Programming I

Students will learn the syntax and terminology of HTML5 and CSS3—web markup languages—and how to independently create and publish basic web pages and websites.We will also verify the display in a browser and publish the content on the web server.

Cutting Edge of Applied Information Technology A/B

This book presents cutting-edge information—ranging from ICT theory to its practical applications—in an omnibus format.This course will explain the latest trends in the ever-advancing IT industry, and students will be expected to link these to the development objectives of their projects.

Fundamental Mathematics for Applied Informatics

Through mathematics, students will develop “logical thinking skills” and acquire knowledge that lays the foundation for computer science, preparing them for the AI era.We start with easy, high school-level material and provide explanations that will prepare students for more advanced specialized courses.

Introduction to Music Specialty

I will give a lecture on “Key Points of Famous Classical Music Pieces” that you should know.Students will deepen their interest in music by learning about the origins of famous pieces, the composers’ lives, and the historical context of the time, and by listening to live piano performances and recorded music.

Environmental Information System

This book provides a comprehensive overview of global environmental systems and environmental data analysis.Building on this foundational knowledge, students will internalize the knowledge needed to consider what they can and must do as information technology professionals for the future of the Earth, and to propose and take action accordingly.

Technical English Communications Skill

The key to the ICT industry is how to incorporate the latest information from overseas.This course aims to improve students’ technical skills, particularly in the field of ICT, as well as their ability to communicate in English in the workplace.Students will learn about role-playing, presentations focused on technical topics, oral communication, and written expression.

Technical English Communications Skill

The objective is for students to plan and achieve communication goals related to their respective fields of study. Specialized tasks such as academic writing, speaking, listening, note-taking, and explaining new processes are necessary for building a portfolio of academic English proficiency. Pay attention to stylistics, formal writing conventions, improving grammar and vocabulary, and refining pronunciation.

Technical Communication

Students will acquire the Japanese language skills required for college life, daily life, and business settings, as well as the ability to communicate with faculty members and others, and presentation skills.You will learn to use Japanese correctly so that you can convey your intentions to others without causing any misunderstandings.

Introduction to Architectural IT

Students will acquire knowledge of architecture and interior design related to “housing,” one of the three fundamental elements of human life.Learn about methods and case studies for utilizing IT in architectural design and construction.We will learn about SDG initiatives and explore the future of architecture and urban planning.

Computer Organization Theory

Students will learn the basic concepts and components of computers and gain an understanding of the overall structure and basic operating principles of computer systems.Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how computers operate at the system level and will also learn about security and maintenance.

Introduction to Computer Programming

Students will learn the fundamentals of programming languages and acquire basic programming skills using Python.After gaining an understanding of the basic algorithms, students will gain hands-on experience implementing them in Python.

System Design Specific Lecture

This lecture covers information system design, including requirements specifications, system specifications, and the requirements that should be considered at each phase of the hierarchy and development process.It also states that a holistic approach—including keeping abreast of economic and industrial trends, managing an organization, and handling interpersonal relationships—is essential.

System Theory

By mathematically modeling the competing conditions and objectives found in decision-making situations and understanding the solutions, we can apply these insights to a wide variety of similar problems.Through this course, students will develop mathematical modeling skills and cultivate an attitude of logical inquiry.

Overview Of Information Networks

Students will learn the fundamentals of information and communication networks, which are essential for IT/ICT.Topics covered include network architecture, TCP/IP, IP addresses, domain names, and routing.

Production System Engineering

Understanding corporate activities from the flow of production information is crucial in the manufacturing industry. In this course, with a focus on PLM, students will gain an understanding of concepts related to strategic planning in business activities—such as demand forecasting, production planning, and logistics management—and learn about the information and communication technologies associated with them.

Fundamentals of Database Technology

Acquire a basic understanding of database systems.The goal is to understand the basic concepts of relational databases and to be able to perform basic database operations using the globally standardized SQL language.

Business ICT Communication

Building on the content covered in “Business Communication I/II,” this course teaches the basic conversational skills needed in business settings and enables students to understand the latest global ICT trends in Japanese.Acquire basic Japanese typing skills for business writing.

Business Communication I / II

To improve your knowledge of Japanese business practices and corporate communication skills, this course focuses on terms commonly used in business settings and teaches Japanese business terminology and customs, taking into account business etiquette and the Japanese business environment.

Business Presentation

Acquire the basic presentation skills essential for business, while deepening your understanding of the psychological and design aspects needed to make presentations more effectiveImprove your ability to create presentation materials using PowerPoint.

Visual Processing

This section explains the basic and essential characteristics of image data and how to handle it.Students will learn about the characteristics of digital images, resolution changes, pixel density conversion methods, and image space filtering in a way that allows for visual understanding through processing experiments.

Media Communication

As sharing information has become more accessible, there is a growing global need to address social issues through the use of ICT.Apply cutting-edge media and communication technologies to acquire the necessary knowledge, ethical awareness, and critical thinking skills.

Robotic Process Automation

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) involves replacing routine tasks with software robots.In this course, students will use software to create programs that perform tasks automatically.

Compulsory subjects

These courses cultivate human skills and ethics as professionals, and cultivates leadership skills to lead the organization.

ICT Practical Communication

This course teaches students the basic skill set needed to give presentations on a wide range of IT topics to specialists and general audiences alike. Methods of surveying technical trends and related case studies and preparing documents and presentation materials in a logically constructed fashion are also studied.

Project basic exercise

In preparation for the Master’s project, students will learn how to determine the project’s scope and how to write a project proposal.Acquire the skills to write a project plan with clear objectives, goals, and a schedule, and that can be executed within the deadline.

Master Project

Focusing on the practical application and use of ICT, the course aims to guide students from identifying their own concerns to defining problems, analyzing them, and proposing solutions.There are four types of this course, depending on the amount of coursework.

Leadership Theory

In this course, students will learn the basic concepts of leadership, approaches to analyzing internal and external factors within organizations, and the ability to exercise leadership when managing projects in small groups.