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Concentration Course Pathways

Artificial Intelligence

Become a specialist who can harness AI technologies and thrive in tomorrow's AI-driven society.

After learning the fundamental theories of Artificial Intelligence and AI-related technology, we will also look at how fundamental principles are being utilized in a diverse range of applied AI fields. By learning Python—a programming language widely used in AI development—and gaining proficiency with various AI software, students develop the skills needed to apply AI technologies across a wide range of fields. We are also building a program for preparing learners into becoming highly-skilled professionals capable of developing AI-based software.

Data Science

Become a data analyst capable of analyzing data and supporting corporate decision-making.

The Data Science concentration is for those who aim to become data analysts who can make full use of data mining and statistical analyses to design strategies that support businesses. Students will learn about methods for collecting business data in courses like Fundamentals of Database Technology and Advanced Topics in Database Technology, while in also learning how to derive new insights from the accumulated data in courses like Data Analysis 1 & 2.

Web Systems Development

Become a developer specializing in web system development using HTML5.

To become a web application developer or website manager, students will need to develop the necessary skills in Web Programming 1, 2, and 3. In Fundamentals of Database Technology, and Advanced Topics in Database Technology, students will learn how to build database management components. Following that, students will learn about the upstream design processes in courses like Object-Oriented Systems Design and Software Engineering.

Network and Security Management

Become a specialist in network infrastructure and information security.

The Network and Security Management concentration is for those who aim to become information network specialists capable of managing security and the operations of a company’s internal network. On top of learning about conventional networking technologies in Fundamentals of Networking and Advanced Studies in Networking, students also explore emerging technologies in other related courses like IoT and Wireless Networks and Application of Cloud Networking.

Global Entrepreneurship

Become an entrepreneur with the latest ICT skills.

The Global Entrepreneurship concentration is for those who aim to become entrepreneurs looking to take on the challenge of launching new ventures and strategically manage the information, financial, and staffing resources required. Prospective entrepreneurs will learn about the essential elements that go into planning a venture in the Global Entrepreneurship and Business Models course and how to manage the financial aspects that keep a business going in the Current Issues in the IT Industry course. In Organizational Behaviour, students will learn about how to manage and lead an organization.

ERP

Become an ERP consultant who can optimize business processes.

The ERP concentration is designed for those aiming to become ERP consultants who drive the implementation and optimization of corporate information systems, or systems engineers and programmers who design and develop added features for ERP packages. By taking courses specially designed to work with ERP packages from SAP ERP software, students can learn about ERP systems from the ground up in courses like Financial Accounting System Development 1 & 2.

IT Manga and Anime

Become a specialist in animation and content creation.

This concentration is designed for aspiring creatives specializing in manga and anime. In courses like Scenario Storyboarding and Special Topics in Anime, Planning, Production and Promotion, aspiring creatives can learn about the upstream processes in manga and anime content creation, and then hone the fundamental skills necessary for digital content creation in courses like Rich Media Content Development, and Digital Animation Creation.

IT Tourism

Become a tourism IT specialist who can plan systems and guides for tourism and business.

The IT Tourism concentration is for those who aim to become the kind of specialist who understands both regional characteristics and tourists’ needs at the heart of tourism, and can translate that unique understanding into ICT-driven services and marketing strategies. Students acquire specialized knowledge and practical skills to thrive in the tourism industry in courses like Fundamentals of IT Tourism and Fundamentals of Tourism Business. In courses like Tourism Design, Tourism Data Analysis, and Tourism Destination Management, students also learn how to integrate social media into promotional strategies, provide multilingual and multimedia tourism information, and digitize, analyze, and predict tourist behavior.

IT Entertainment

Become an IT systems designer and manager with the technical skills needed for utilizing the latest online entertainment platforms, games, and video and audio production.

With a focus on games and video entertainment, students build a foundation in entertainment production while learning about the IT/ICT data infrastructure, industry demands, and technological advancements that support modern games and video entertainment.

Bespoke Curriculum

Forge your own academic journey across a wide range of fields and disciplines.

Students can design a personalized curriculum that spans multiple fields and disciplines by freely selecting courses according to their interests and goals.In addition to required courses, students can consult with their Academic Coordinator when selecting courses and tailor their curriculum to their academic goals and career aspirations, allowing them to pursue new areas of ICT application.

The Flexibility of the Bespoke Curriculum

From the early days of computing in the 1960s to the present, the computer and IT fields have evolved dramatically over a relatively short period, transforming the way we work and use technology. Along with these changes, the knowledge and skills ICT learners need to acquire, as well as the challenges they are expected to address, have also evolved and diversified. For example, smartphones require applications to be planned and designed around usage patterns that differ from those of traditional PCs, such as integration with cameras, sensors, and cloud services. In other words, the ICT field holds enormous potential for new technologies and solutions to emerge beyond existing concepts.

To support students’ diverse goals and future career aspirations, KCGI offers a Bespoke Curriculum that allows students to design a personalized course of study. Rather than being restricted by established academic disciplines or fields, students can flexibly select courses that align with their own learning objectives.

As ICT continues to expand into an increasingly diverse range of fields, students may even create new career opportunities for themselves in emerging fields. The Bespoke Curriculum takes full advantage of the versatility of ICT, which can be applied across a wide range of fields and combined in various ways, empowering students to build and pursue a unique course of study that goes beyond established concepts.