Program Overview

Program Overview

The Kyoto-Cornell International Collaborative Degree Opportunity (KC-CDO) is a two-year master's program offered by the Graduate School of Management at Kyoto University and the School of Hotel Administration, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business. The program aims to cultivate international talent with expertise in both business administration and hospitality.

Program Structure

• The program is a two-year master's course, with one year spent at Kyoto University and the other at Cornell University.
• Students will earn two degrees: an MBA (Master of Business Administration) from Kyoto University and an MMH (Master of Management in Hospitality) from Cornell University.

Program Features

• Earn two degrees from Kyoto University and Cornell University in two years (four semesters).
• Utilize career management resources from both universities.
• Join the strong alumni networks of both universities.
• Experience student life in two academic cities: Kyoto and Ithaca, New York.

Degrees

• MBA (Master of Business Administration) from the Graduate School of Management, Kyoto University.
• MMH (Master of Management in Hospitality) from the School of Hotel Administration, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business.

Graduation Requirements (Kyoto University MBA)

• The program duration is two years.
• To graduate with an MBA from Kyoto University, students must complete 42 credits, including:
  • Core courses: 12 credits (program-specified).
  • Specialized courses: 18 credits or more (including 14 credits or more of program-specified courses).
  • Practical courses: 10 credits or more (including 8 credits or more of program-specified courses).
  • Advanced courses: 2 credits (completed through program workshops).
• Each course is worth 2 credits.
• Students can earn a maximum of 16 credits per semester at Kyoto University.
• Up to 20 credits can be transferred from Cornell University.
• A master's thesis is not required for graduation.
• Graduation requirements for the MMH degree from Cornell University are separate.

Sample Courses

• Refer to the KC-CDO Sample Course Schedule for details.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide students with expertise in both business administration and hospitality.
• The faculty includes researchers and industry experts in various fields, such as leadership, hospitality, marketing, and AI/IT management.

Contact and Access

• The program is offered by the Graduate School of Management, Kyoto University.
• For more information, please refer to the official website or contact the program office.