Courses | Master in Management Program | Temple University, Japan Campus

Business Fundamentals I

Business Fundamentals I is an overview of industry, allowing students to develop a business vocabulary conducive to discussion critical issues facing businesses in today’s economy. Business is explored by examining its place within a national and global system, and the typical structures that influence commerce. Students will be exposed to current issues associated with the central management functions of marketing, strategy, finance, accounting, human resources, legal compliance, information systems, and operations. In addition, students will discuss ethical and social issues with regards to their impact on businesses. Underpinning these discussions will be an understanding of basic macro and micro economic concepts.

Instructor: Hady George Kahy

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I think the MiM is a very good Program for non-business major who realize that they need business knowledge in their careers. I teach the Business Fundamentals I course. This is an intensive introductory course that develops the knowledge of the students about economics and the economy. The economy of a country is the environment that businesses live and thrive in. In the course, the participants get to understand about the economic way of thinking and how economists view the economy from the micro and macroeconomic viewpoint. The course develops the knowledge of the participants to be able to analyze the specific environment and market that firms operate in.

The MiM program is an intensive one-year Master’s program that needs a serious commitment and enough time to be dedicated for completing the amount of tasks and homework required. This is not meant to scare participants away but to put them in the correct mind set and give them a clear idea of what to expect during this intensive year.

Business Fundamentals II

The purpose of Business Fundamentals II is to introduce you to the fundamentals of business and management with an emphasis on decision making and problem solving. Its primary focus will be on the firm itself, its functions, roles, and activities.

Business Fundamentals II has been intentionally designed for students with little, if any, business education and/or business experience. The course is recommended for non-business students interested in gaining an overview of business management. Ultimately, the course aims to develop managerial decision-making competency with the assistance of economics models and theories, as well as psychological and behavioral considerations.

Instructor: Brett A Bedard

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The MiM program offers an excellent opportunity for high potential professionals to build upon their previous educational foundation. The rigor of the program will challenge you in attaining the essential skills required of 21^st century managers. My course (Business Fundamentals II) will not only cover basic organizational structures and processes but will also offer the opportunity for participants to develop and hone their problem-solving and decision-making skills. A willingness to get involved in this very interactive course will ensure you are ready for the challenging and exciting road ahead.

Managing People

Welcome to Managing People. It is the very rare exception when people accomplish meaningful tasks based solely on their own efforts and skills. Large achievements require that we work with and through teams of motivated individuals, aligned around clear goals, supportive of each other, committed to delivering results flexibly, and held accountable and rewarded appropriately for their efforts. Business models are increasingly being disrupted by advances in technology and AI, growing uncertainty of domestic and international trade and investment environments, climate change-related disasters and stressors, fragile global supply lines, and growing geopolitical tensions, as well as changing consumer preferences and intergenerational differences in values and lifestyles. Effective leaders steer their teams to their goals in the face of such uncertainty through a deep and nuanced understanding of human behavior, organizational dynamics, and applied knowledge. And some luck. This course will prepare you to become effective leaders of such teams, in whatever field you choose, by helping you develop the skills and insights needed to build, guide, motivate and deliver results through people. You will learn the tactical skills required to create your teams, as well as the requisite strategic capabilities to lead them. This course will combine the study of theoretical frameworks, the examination of real-world case studies and group exercises designed to help students develop the skills discussed in class. Guest lecturers will on occasion share their first-hand experiences and the lessons they learned managing people across a range of organizations and industries.

Instructor: R. Byron Sigel

Business Intelligence & Data Visualization

Business Intellegence & Data Visualization aims to introduce current trends in information technology and analyze their impact on businesses, building an appreciation for how digital strategy defines the future of the organization. The students will explore the principles of data literacy and develop practical skills of turning data into insights as well as practice how to effectively visualize and present their findings.

Instructor: Vencislav Stenfanov Stanev

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Financial and Managerial Accounting in Decision Making

Financial and Managerial Accounting in Decision Making explores how financial transactions are analyzed to guide strategic decisions within a business. Key topics include financial statement preparation and analysis, budgeting, capital investments, standard costing, and performance management. The course highlights contemporary accounting standards, ESG, disclosures, sustainability reporting, taxation, and auditing, illustrating their expanding role within the financial and managerial accounting ecosystem. The curriculum features practical exercises and analysis using Excel and Tableau, complemented by quizzes, exams, team projects, and guest speakers to enhance real-world application.

Instructor: Mark Corley

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Throughout my career, I've focused on helping business leaders leverage financial insights to drive decision-making and enhance performance. Many graduates enter the workplace with limited practical skills in financial decision-making and often adopt ineffective practices. My goal is to change that by equipping you with the essential financial and managerial accounting skills for professional success. We’ll explore key topics such as financial statement preparation, budgeting, capital investments, and performance management, along with contemporary issues like ESG, disclosures, and sustainability reporting. Whether or not you aspire to a leadership role in financial and managerial accounting, this course will help you develop the financial acumen needed to influence decisions and secure buy-in for your ideas. Your growth in this course will be a collaborative effort—I’ll guide and coach you, but your active engagement and openness to feedback are crucial. Together, we’ll ensure you can apply these financial and managerial accounting principles effectively in real-world scenarios.

Financial Management

This course is an introduction to financial management for companies which operate globally. It focuses on how companies invest in real assets, how they raise money to pay for the investments, and how those assets ultimately affect the value of the firm. The course discusses the basic principles of financial management and valuation, and applies them to the main decisions faced by financial managers in global firms. This is a challenging course; it covers a broad area that is very important to anyone expecting work in management.

Instructor: Akashi Hongo

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Do you know that the market capitalization (=market value of shareholders equity) of Tesla is greater than Toyota Motor? Meanwhile, do you know the sales volume as well as operating profit of Tesla are smaller than Toyota? This seemingly mysterious phenomenon occurs because the value of a company is determined by its future performance, not by the current accounting performance. The Financial Management course will talk about how the value of a company is determined.

In order to estimate the value of a company, you should incorporate, synthesize, and integrate everything you learn in MiM program such as accounting, strategy, marketing, human resource, product development, etc. because the company's future performance depends on a variety of factors. Have fun and enjoy valuation with your friends!

Organizational Strategy

This course is designed to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge to make strategic decisions that make organizations successful. The key objective is to help students understand how organizations can achieve and sustain a competitive advantage in dynamic business environments. Students will learn frameworks for analyzing industries, evaluating competitive positions, and formulating strategies. These tools will help in identifying opportunities for organizations to gain a competitive edge and sustain it over time. Students are placed in the role of key decision makers and asked to address questions related to the creation or reinforcement of competitive advantage.

Instructor: faculty

Marketing Management

This comprehensive course provides an immersive framework for achieving global competitive advantage through holistic marketing, sophisticated consumer analysis, and customer-centric strategies. Drawing on an interdisciplinary perspective, the curriculum demonstrates how to craft enduring market offerings, develop targeted value propositions, effectively leverage integrated channels, and apply adaptive pricing and sales models. Through an exploration of the principle that “unlearning is the new learning,” students are encouraged to challenge outdated assumptions and adopt innovative methodologies. By fostering anti-fragility and accelerating problem-solving, the course enables learners to cultivate a distinctive “wow-factor” that resonates with stakeholders and drives sustained success in diverse international contexts.

Instructor: Marco Narducci

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I believe in bridging theory and practice through an entrepreneurial mindset and data-driven decision-making, encouraging learners to remain agile in the face of shifting consumer behaviors and market dynamics. To stay relevant in a rapidly changing environment, I emphasize the importance of unlearning conventional practices that may hinder growth, and instead adopting more resilient, anti-fragile strategies. Through collaborative learning, professional networking, and the integration of emerging technologies, students will cultivate faster problem-solving capabilities and deliver the kind of wow-factor that sets exceptional brands apart on the global stage.

Unleashing Creativity – Innovation Through Human-Centered Design

Unleashing Creativity – Innovation Through Human-Centered Design will guide students in learning the principles of the Double Diamond methodology, emphasizing empathy-driven solutions. Drawing on real-world experience from the world's leading consulting firms, this course offers hands-on learning through real briefs, enabling students to apply design thinking to solve complex challenges. The course will also foster collaboration with student teams, providing practical experience in driving innovation that meets human needs.

Instructor: Jan Rod

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This course provides you with the basic tools to understand and practice how to drive meaningful change in today's complex world. By working on real challenges from external partners, you’ll gain experience through applied, practical learning by doing. We will be building on my experience from IDEO using case studies that show successful innovation hinges on understanding human needs and translating them into actionable solutions. This course will challenge you to think critically and creatively, while collaborating closely with peers and clients. It consists of three main components: research, sensemaking and prototyping, each designed to deepen your understanding and practical skills in human-centered design.

Capstone: Internship/Practicum

The internship/practicum is integral to the MiM program. It is the capstone of the year with the MiM program, and it culminates in a hands-on internship or a real-life practicum business plan/research project. The value of the program is in its real-life application of what students have learned during the MiM program and how they have tied their education at TUJ together with past experiences and future aspirations.

Instructor: James Hawrylak

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As the name implies, this course is a capstone of the year with the MiM program culminating in a hands-on internship or a real-life practicum business plan/research project. The value of the program is in its real-life application of what students have learned during the MiM program and how they have tied their education at TUJ together with past experiences and future aspirations. As the instructor, the course is extremely rewarding as I work closely with each student in ensuring their success by functioning as a mentor, a sounding board, and, of course, cheerleader as students navigates their way through various challenges.

Master in Management Program

Business Fundamentals I

Business Fundamentals II

Managing People

Business Intelligence & Data Visualization

Financial and Managerial Accounting in Decision Making

Financial Management

Organizational Strategy

Marketing Management

Unleashing Creativity – Innovation Through Human-Centered Design

Capstone: Internship/Practicum

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