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Why GRIPS? Brief History

• Select from a wide range of advanced degree options and specialize in

an area that interests you

• Combine discipline-specific learning with advanced training in

leadership, interdisciplinary cooperation, and effective management

• Study in English, learning from world-class academics and leading policy

makers

• Network and liaise worldwi~e with over 4,000 distinguished alumni

involved in policy making

• Engage with a richly diverse student body and faculty

in 1977, the Graduate School of Policy Science (GSPS)was establi5h~

at Saitama University to promote interdisciplinary policy research and

education. In 1997, GRIPSsucceeded GSPS to become an independent

national graduate university with the mandate to promote high-level

policy research and respond to various domestic and internation~1 needs

by drawing on international intellectual cooperation.

eI ~RI~ \~4om)fGSPS

Target StudentsL090 to commemortt. tn. 20th .nni~rsafY of IN 'OI.;rod­<ng 0' I~'Nation.' Graduale InstlMe lor Policy SiodiesfGSPS 40thl

• Mid-career pobhc officials with strong leadership and managerial potential

• individuals with strong academic capabilities and !'he desire to become

professional policy analysts or to pursue an academic career

Students at GRIPS share the same time and space, studying together in the same

classrooms, thinking together about-and debating-the same issues, and taking

advantage of multiple opportunities for collaboration and networking, which often

Our Faculty

GRIPSboasts a nearly 300-member faculty, which Includes world-class ecademics and

distinguished practitioners with many year; of experience in public- or private-sector policy

analysis and management. Our faCUlty's expertise spans a Wide array of policy issues and

areas of research, which allows us to offer a broad range of courses in policy-related fields,

Center for Professional Communication

The mission of the Center for Professional Corrmurucation is to support GRIPS'students,

faculty, (ind staff in developing effective professional communic.ltion skills and competencies

needed to communicate productively in an environment of multiple stakeholders. To this

end, we offer a range of instruction and support in fundamental a~as of professional

communication in English and Japanese including policy paper writing, professional speaking,

grant proposal writing, and digital communications, We also provide opportunities for cultural

and academic exchanges through a self-access learning center, organize seminars and special

events related to all aspects of professional communication, and prepare customized materials

for students and staff on academic and professional writing and la/i9uage learning.

Student Support

We understand the challenges international students face when adjusting to a new

culture and environment. Accordi/i91y, the Student Office provides substantial assistance

to international students so that they can focus on accomplishing their academic goalsat GRIPS.The Student Office assists with a variety of matters such as accommodation

arrangements, immigration procedures, and international cultural exchanges, International

students will be assigned to off-campus accommodations in the Tokyo metropolitanarea based on their requests. At GRIPS, the Health Services Center provides medical andpsychological counseling services to all students,

Our Programs

Master's Programs

• YoungLeaders ProgramThis program focuses on apo5ing students in a systematl( way to the

fundamen~1s of politics, 9OV8T1ment and public administration. public policy.

man~ment and leadl!nhip. Tht program prepares studeots to work AS senior

executives and leaders in the national. sub-national and local gOVl!fnmftlU as ~I

as in other publk sector organIZations.

• On~year Master's Program of Public Policy (MP1)This program equips man~gers arid leaders with the si.i:ls and knowledge

ne<elSa/)' IOfa".,lysis. imp~tation, and "".Iu.1tion of public policy. Stuclents

who enrOll in this program become part of a global networ1c of leaders,

• Two-year Muter's Program of Public:Policy (MP2)This program conveys technical policy .nalY'ls skills to ea~y-c."",(prof~sionals in

local Of national 9CM"nmenn. Internatronal organizations. or policy institutei.

• MacroeconomicPolicyProgramTheaim 01 this program is to enable miKree<anornic policy professionals 10 plan

and m"nlair robust national economies by equippmg them with ar

und""unding 01macl<leconomic Ructuations and the roles of mOfletaryandfiscal pol"'~ in domestIC ~ndglobal economies.

• PublicFinanceProgramThISprogram provides students with the ccrxeptual undemanding and technical

competence they need to become leaders in taxalion and customs.

·Economlcs,Planning and Public PolicyProgramThiS is. joint tw>-yNr GRIPS·lndonesla Unkage program offered In conjunction

with lOp n.ltional YoMrlilies in Ind~. The program ISa,med at preparing !ocal

lnd central 9CM!rnment officiab who will contribute 10good governance ana

e<onomic development in Indonesia.

• DisasterManagement PolI(),ProgramThis program equips professionals from deYelaping countries wit'1 effective

approaches to. and techniQues 101.coping with Nlural dISdSWS.as well os ";thengineering knowledge and skills needed to m.nimiu seismic r~s and counteract

~ad waler hazards.

• MaritimeSafety and Security PolicyProgramThis progrlm is deslgned and adm.ni5lered jointly by GRIPSand the Japan Coast

Guard Academy Sludents benelillrtlm both Institutions' TeSOum!S in the fields of

public policy, securitystudies, maritime safety, arid maritime security.

• Graduate Program in Japanese LIngua;. and Culturen'l, program promotes rlQOIOUSe,..m;nation of Japanesl! pedagogy and Japanese

culM •. Graduales of this program boco"", leaders '" Japanese language

ed",ation in !h.. r own countn es.

Ph.D. Programs

Our Ph.D. programs prepare a new generation of public policy

researchers. scholars. and professionals. The programs stress the

development of theoretical. conceptual. and methodological knowledge

as well as advanced SKillsneeded for high-level policy analysis ingovernment. universities. and international organizations. The GRIPSIGlobal Governance Program and the Policy Analysis Program are S.ye~r

doctoral programs designed for bachelor's degree holders; all other 'I

doctoral programs are 3-year programs designed for master'S degreeholdel'l.

S-YearPh.D.Programs• GRIPSGlobal Governance Program (G-cube)

• Policy Analysis Program

3-VearPh.D.Programs• Public Policy Program

• Security and International Studies Program

• State Building and Economic Oeveiopment Program

• Disaster Management Program

• Science, Technology and Innovation POlicy Program

• Graduale Program in Japanese Language and Culture

Campus and City

GRIPSis located in Roppongi, which is a cosmopolitan, multicultural, and bustling

area of Tokyo. Roppongi boasts several large shopping and dining complexes and

numerous individual restaurants, art museums, performance venues, and shops.

Additionally, Roppongi is close to the Japanese Diet and government ministries.

GRIPSis situated on an innovatively designed campus located next to the National

Art Center. The graduate school building features spacious. tully equipped

classrooms, individual study spaces for students, a sky-lit atrium with panoramic

windows and indoor terraces, Japanese-style rooms, a modern fitness center, and

a beautiful multi-purpose conference hall.

Tailor-MadeShort-Term Training

The ExecutiveDevelopment Center for Global Lea<wrship(CGL)was established in 2013 in responseto an inCfl!asingdemand forsheet-teemtraining for 9~rnment offIcials, particularly for seniorexecutives,middle management levelofficials and public policyprofeSSIonals.

GRIPShas responded to specrfic requestsfrom forei9n governmentorganizations by providing tailor-made short-term lIaining programsmatched to specific requestsand necessity.GRI~ provi<wsvariouskinds of short-term training programs induding following topics.

Examplesof Short-T6m Train,"g ProgramTopics:• Lea<W~"ipDe"elopment and Management for the 21st Century• Publi<Management in General• StIuctures and Processesof Government• Organizational Managem.mt• Civil ServiceSystemsand Human ResourceManaqement• Tools01Government• LegalSystemsand LegiSlativeReview• Administratl"e Reform and Innovation• Good Governan<e• Trust in the Government• Ethicsand Anti-Corruption• LocalGovernance in General• LocalGovernment Administration• LocalGovernment Financial Administration• Management of Inter-Governmental Relations• PublicPolicyAnalysis• SelectedSubstantive Policies

In response to Specific <wmands,short-term training programsoften(ontain a mixture of the following components:• Lecturesdelivered by government officials, businessexecut~s,specialistsfrom researchinstitutions, and professorsflam GRIPSand other uni"ersities

• Fieldtrips or visits to government offices and othl!f plac;esofinterests related to themes of training

• Group discussionsand workshops with g~rnment oHi<ialsandGRIPSstudents

• Participants' prl!1l'f1tationsand policy papers• Exchangeswith people from Japan

Fordetails, pleasevisit the CGt:swebsite at

http://www.grips.ac.jplg-center/en/.

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GRIPS

GRIPS Global Governance Program (Gcube)

3 year Ph.D Course or 5 YearMA & Ph.D Course.±as·_±.W5~-.7Q~7~(.m3~)(Hard-workingII outslanding students eM complele Master's course in 1year,MA II Ph.D n 3 years)

Enrollment in October (international Application)Enrollment in April or October (Domestic Application)

Tuition Waiver availableIf.f4~~'J~M

Full scholarship available (new collaboration with JICA)*'Mu!!! be nominated Ilv JICA regionaJ office

,. Cu!Tent students are mostly government oMeleJ.from 17 COuntriH of Asia and Africa

.. Lectures by top leaden!from Political, Ananclal, Governmental and Academicarenaof Japan and the world, including former Ministers etc.

.. Study campa, small elass tutortals, role-playing-style aemlnan and workshop. aspart of thecurriculum

.. All dasses are lnetructed Inenglish

Target Group

• Mid-career government officials• Individuals interested to work in-international organizations• Individuals In charge of political or diplomatic strategies of corporations·llliO)fta'l• IIlllJ-'al5"t:~a9-l>;iJ• ll:.-fO)i!aO)IilI1*O)a.f19a5f.~\~~~t!lUIIUl.lII'" ol>1J

Degree Oftered

Master of Arts in Advanced Policy Studies. Ph.D. in Advanced Policy Studies.± (a.iI!It), II± (s:.MiI!It)

Study Field.Public Policy(Development Economlcs, PoliticalScience, ComparativePotties, Area StuOes, etc.)

How to ApplySeewebsite: http://www.grips.ac.jp/enladmissionslapply/ http://www.grips.ac.jp/g-cube/

G-cube Curriculum (FIVe year Ph.D course)

RequiredCoursta

• Leading 8 Nation In the ChangingWorid• P8rsp&Ctivesof tile World• Introduction to Public Policv Swdles• Policy Debott Seminar I - D • PolicyWorkShOp

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Recommonde<l • Institutions In International RelationsCour... • Diplomatic History of Modem Japen

• Comparative Stele Formation• GlObalEconomIC History• Theoretical Foundation of Economic Policy• International Relations• Comparative PoliJicalEconomy• DlM9lopment Economics• Structure and Processes 01 Government• Comperative Analysis on Science.Technology andInnovation Policy. Asian Expertences

• Tutorial I - V • E<ecutive Sermnar I - mEltcti.,Course.

• Microeconomics I• Essential Microeconomics• Macroeconomics 1• Essential Macroeconomics• Introduct.ion to Applied Econometrics• Government and Polilics in .Ispan• International PoIiHcalEconomy• Inter~.tiOMI Secuntv Studiss• Political Economy of Modern Japan• International Relations in East Asia IAdvanced)• State and Politics in Southeast Asia IAdv"nced)• Introduction 10 Quantitative MethOds• Introductory StatisticsCOlnt! .,. aubieci 10cheng.

Background of our students (past or present affiliations)

Bangladesh: Mtrnstryof Public Admnistration

fril1lla: Ar.II<ol"CoIege of Ms and Social Sci&C1CIIIII!thiopla: CY.1tCe OIlhePn"" MinisterGNtn.: OK"",01Headof CM Service. Notionalp_,.,Council, Mi1islry of FtnarIC•. LJrWorsIly 01

G/"oaM Busines. SchxtI-. Mn;;uy of Sial. SecreIanat. MInCt7y01FO<Dign AflaITSJ.pan: JapQtllnl"'~1tOr1aICtqlOration ~. N!rN 9"acl.Jote.Bertkof Japen. Board oj _

ul.lallonK«nya: tre Ka1y8 lnsIItute lor Pt.oIc PoItcyResearch "'" Me/y!IJSKY'9Y<R«publlc:0fI<:e 01The F'IeoIden!Ltoc: Ministryot PWtnIng & Inve8trnenI"'._: South Asian As8odatJon for Regional Cocl!lerBtionMpnmer.MtnislryOfRroIflCe, Ministry01Plamingand F"onance... ld.1M: PaklrtanGoII9mrnent, NBIior1a1AccountabilityBurMU, Federal Boardof " ..... I.nPhlippi...., Ph~ InsI~ut. lor Oev&Ioprrenl Stucieo. 0M0e of the President. f'ttiIipp.I-ie

eoost GIN(!"-'da; 0IIice oIlI1e Prme MtnislorSouth Ko<ee: NBIional~ SecretarIatSri LMlk&: MinIstry 01NatiCrlaI PoliCies and Eooncmlc AlIairsT_Oftla: Mirl.tty of Fin&oceThelIond: Bank 01 Tnatland. Minia1tY oIlnlenorUpnda: Bank of ~. Non·Profit Dr~oniZation

The first G-cube Ph.D. wasawarded to Ibrahim Zuhuree(Maldives) in Sept 2017

G-cube activities

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SUSTAINABLEDEVELOPMENTGC'ALS

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YLP-MEXT Scholarship Program

Younq Leaders ProgramSchool of GovernmentSchool of Local Governance

GGRIPS

~MiJf"~!;ti!J)lA!;ti!NATIONAL GRADUATl INSTITUTEFOR POLICY STUDIES

The Young leaders Program (YlP) at GRIPSisa special master'sdegree program for promising young leaders in government. It isfully supported, including full scholarships for all students, by theJapanese government.

A World of Opportunities for Young LeadersMessage from the Program Director

The YlP aims at nurturing future national leaders in ASiaand otherregions, forming international human networks of these leaders,establishing friendly relations among participating countries andimproving the quality of public policy.

The specfic content of the YLPis designed to provide young leaders with opportunitiesto enrich and enlarge their knowledge of global, regional and Japanese politicsand economies, public administration and policies from comparative, historical andcontemporary perspectives. The faculty is composed of eminent academics andformer government officials with a wide range of experience in both national and localgovernments.

I hope you will join the YLPand realize your dream of contributing to your country and tothe global community in your future career.

Prof. KJyotaka YokomlchlExecutive Vice President;Director of Young leaders Program;Senior Professor .Specialty: Pub/icAdminisrrarJon and LocalPublicAdministration

Prof. Mildtaka MasuyamaExecutive Vice President; Dean;Chair of Masters' Program Committee;Director of Public Policy Program(Master's & Ph.D.); Deputy Director ofYoung leaders Program (School ofGovernment); ProfessorSpecialty: Japanese Po/itICs.Legis/aCiVeInstitutions. Po/ltic,J/Methodology

Prof. Hlrofuml laud.Director of Regional Policy Concentration.Public Policy Program (Domestic);Deputy Director of Young teadersProgram (School o(Local Governance);ProfessorSpecI"lry.LocalPublic AdministratIOn"ndFinance. Loca/Revltanzarlon

AboutGRIPSThe National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS~was founded In 199~.bylt~ J:pa:sr:!~=r;;;~~s;,stand-alone national graduate university focused on pobcy studies. Future po ICy e e 5 aover the world gather here. forming an International research hub.

-,*--00 Mes!Kl~ from the Program Direaor

1 About the Program

TheYLPisa one-year program that culminates in aMaster'sDegree in Public Administration orPublicPolicy.The YLPispart of the Japanesegovernment's Ministry of Education,Culture,Sports,ScienceandTechnology (MEXDscholarshipprogram.TheYLPhastwo paralleland overlapping programs run through the School of Government andthe Schoolof LocalGovernance.Thecurriculum for both coursesistaught entirely in Englishandcoversawide range of topics concerning public administration and policy formulation.It alsooffers the opportunity for intensivediscussionwith politicians,high-level qovernrnentofficials,corporate directors,journalists and other leaders.The program includes field trips andworkshopsand requiresa final paper basedon independent study and research.There areopportunities to collaborate on policy researchwith other institutions, including Japan'scentraland local~overnments.The colloquium, which meetssevenor eight times per semester,isanunrivalledopportunity to discussfresh ideaswith eminent speakers.

Goals and missionThegoal of the YLPis to cultivate national leadersof the future in Asiaand around the world.Participantsgain a deep understanding of Japanthrough their activities and work during theprogram and build the foundations for a network of friendly relationshipsand improved policyplanning capacityamong national leaders.

Graduatesfrom the YLPareexpected to return to their former governmental organizationsandapply their knowledge and experienceto become strong leaders.

Target groupTh~YLPi~for exceptionally promising young government officialswho have alreadyshowntheir dedication through work experiencein public administration. Students are admitted on the?aSiS~fan ap~ra:salof their potential to become future leadersat home, to play important rolesIn their countries development and to maintain strong, long-lasting working relationshipswithJapanandother countries around the world.

About the Program 01

2 Curriculum

CourseOfferings for 2019-2020School of Government School 01LoealGovernanceCJ'f9O'Y c..-HImt c_ ~"" eou..e_ Crod"I Introduction·to Public Poll~ Studil!S I Introduction to PublICPoI~ Studies 1Aequlttd Counes The World and !he SOGs Required Courws TheWOf1dand the SOGs

GlobalG<M:mance: LNdersille and ~otiation ~I CioYernancO!:Leade<5h~and Negotiation IIntroduct1on to Ja~n 2 LocillGO'mTlmet'ltS~em 2Colloquium 2 LocalGOIIemITW!nIronance 2Ind!e!ndent Study 6 Local Govemance In !heChangi!!2 World 2Fil'IdTrip 2 lntroduct1on to J!!e!!:! 211 MicroeconomiCSI 2 Col~ulum 2IIKomrnended Essenllal MICroeconomIcS 4 AesHrchPa~ 4COOISetContem~ra~ Ja2!nest' E:conom~ 2 Worltshop I 2JaE!aMSeEcOI\~ 2 Worltshopll 2Economic Df!VI!lopment01Ja~n 2 • Mi<roeconomics I 2Government and PoUlicsIn Jaean 2 Recommended Essential MlaoeconomlcS 4CountSInternational Relations 1 Economic Df!ve1oE!ment01Ja~nInternational PoIitlciliE.<onom~ 2 UoYeIMlltnt ilnd Poliacs In Ja~n 2International Secu~ Studi<!s 2 Intemiltionill Reli!tions 2CO~l1It1ve Politics 2 Structure and Process ofGovernment 2Stlucture and Process 01Government 2 III Macroeconomiol 1III Macroeconomics I 2 ElectiveC_ Govemment and Marl:et 2£J.c!lw COUfIe$ Government and Marlcet 2 International Trade 2Global ~1opme,..tA~a> and Ja2!n's ODA 2 DevelopmentEconomIcS 2PubUcEconomIcS 2 EastAsian EconomiesInternational Trade 2 Ja~e FOreill"PoIlc~Ja~~. Final1dal S~lIem 2 Im'millional 5ecurit~ Studies()f,ve!opment Economics 2 SocIolScIence Questions and Mf!hodo~ie~.Ia~ne se For'!2n PoIi~ Scadl SKuri~ S~em In J'~Social ScIence Ouestions and Methodo~les Smail and Medium Enlerelj~ and TecMoI~~LocalGovemmen! S~tem National Land Poli~local Govenmen! Finance Selected To~ in Policy Studies I-WLocal Governance in the Chanl1j~ World Courses not listed in thi! tableSelected T~io in Poli~ Studies I-W X COOI~ offered by lhe Cenref for Pro~ionalCourses not listed In thIs table Others Communication

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ColloquiumOneof the unique features of the YlP is the Colloquium, where YlP students areoffered anexclusiveand unrivalled opportunity to discuss and shareideaswith adiverse range of eminentspeakers,including many distinguished government leadersand businessexecutives. TheColloquium meets fifteen or sixteen times a year,divided between the fall and spring terms.

(ourseworkTheYlP offers awide range of coursesconcerning public administration, economics, politicalscienceand policy formulation. In addition to the required courses,students can select subjectsin accordancewith their interestsand needs.All coursesare taught in English.

Independent Study. Research PaperDuring the independent study you work one-on-one with an instructor on your master'sthesis(or 'policy paper") on a particular topic related to public administration and policy formulation.Studentsare supported in their researchby the Center for ProfessionalCommunication ((PC)that organizesWriting Workshops aswell asIndividual consultation throughout the year.The(PC will also help students improve their presentation skills.All students will give a presentationon their researchin July.

Field Trips (School of Government)Educationalfield trips are organized twice ayear and provide a great opportunity to learnaboutlocalgovernments and communities, and socioeconomic developments in Japan.The field tripscomplement what is being taught in the classroomsand take you to placesthat you may not beable to explore and learnabout on your own. Youwill visit central and local government offices,cultural and historical heritage sites,and industrial facilities.The YlP School of Government classof 2017students visited Kagoshimaprefecture in February2018and Hiroshima prefecture inAugust 2018.

Workshops (School of Local Governance)During the workshops, you will visit central and IQcalgovernments to meet with officials whowill sharetheir first-hand experienceand practice inpolicy planning and implementation. You.will alsohaveachance to visit various facilities suchasa daycarecenter for elderly people and a local economicand tourism development facility. Youmay thusbe able to catch a glimpse of how the Japanesegovernment systemactually works in everydaylife inJapan.

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3One unique aspect of GRIPSIsour extensivesupport systemforassistingstudents in their daily living. Weconsider this aspectof your lives to be every bit as important asyour academiclife, especiallyfor foreign scholarsunfamiliar with Japan.Asinternational students have comprised, on average,about 60% ofthe GRIPSstudent body over the last 20 years,we havedevelopedcomprehensive servicesto assiststudents in their day-to-day living.

Student Support and Resources

AccommodationAccommodation is provided in the Tokyo International ExchangeCenter (TIEC),operated by theJapanStudent ServicesOrganization (JASSO).

TheStudent Office organizes orientation programs for incoming students and assistsarrivinginternational students in getting organized and settled in Japan.It alsoorganizesa number ofsocialevents and activities, including field trips and Japanesecultural experiences.The StudentOffice alsofunctions asa hub to promote interaction and understanding between Japaneseandforeign nationals.

FacultyGRIPSboastsa nearly 300-member faculty, which includesworld-classacademics anddistinguished practitioners with many yearsof experience In public- or private-sector policyanalysisand management Our faculty's expertisespansa wide arrayof policy issuesand areasofresearch,which allow us to offer a broad range of coursesin policy-related fields.For more on our faculty members, please see htrpJ/wvvw.grips.ac.jpleniaboutidirectoryl

Tokyo International Exdul",1 Center RIsidence HallsIn the bayside area, built in 2001 by the Ministry of Education. Culture. Sports, Science andTechnology (MEXT)Room Types: Single, Couple, Family

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Center ,." ProfessionalCommunicationThe mission of the Center for ProfessionalCommunication is to support GRIPS'students,faculty, and staff In developing effective professionalcommunkadon skills and competencies needed tocommunicate productively In an environment ofmultiple stakeholders. To this end, we offer a rangeof instruction and support in fundamental areas ofprofessional communication in English and Japaneseincluding policy paper writing, professional speaking,grant proposal writing, and digital communications.We also provide opportunities for cultural andacademic exchanges through a self-access learningcenter, organize seminars and special events relatedto all aspects of professional communication, andprepare customized materials for students and staffon academic and professional writing and languagelearning.

The center supportsJapanese languagelearning of studentswho lack Japaneselanguage profiCiencyfor daily living andstudy. The purpose

is to help students achieve greater ccrnpetencein comprehension and speaking. The center alsofacilitates cu Itural and traditional experiences.

Library• Extensive couecnon of publications in the field ofpolicy studies, collected from around the world

• Collection contains over 180,000 volumes, includingreference books, statistical collections, worlringpapers, and govemment documents

• Large collections of periodicals that include morethan 12.000 Journals. many of which are availableonline

• Well-trained staff are equipped to respond toresearch-related requests

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Student Rooms and IT Support Center• Each student is provided with a study space,accessible 24 hours a day

- A computer help desk 15open to all students duringregular working hours

Health Services Center• In-house health clinic• Nurse on duty daily, doctor available several days aweek

• Provtdes medical advice, basic medical examinations• Will refer to an appropriate hospital or specialist whennecessary

Fitness Center• Running machines• Training equipments• Showers• aVD tor exercises• Free use by students, faculty, and staff

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4 Admissions

EligibilityThe YlP.is open ~oyoung public administrators and government officials who are expected toplay active ro.'esIn the future as national leaders in their home countries. A minimum of three~earsof full~tl,mework experience (five Ispreferable) in the field in the applicant's home countryIS a prerequtsite for admission to the program.

The School of Government focuses on national policy-making and accepts students from 29countries: P.R.China, Rep.of Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia,Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei,Viet Nam, Laos,Myanmar, Cambodia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan,Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan,Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan,Sri Lanka,Australia,Hungary, Czech Republic. Slovakia,Poland, Bulgaria, Romania,Turkey,

The School of Local Govemance focuses on enhancement of local governance and governmentto respond to various regional issuesin such areasaseducation, health, social welfare, and localdevelopment It accepts students from 20 countries:P.R. China, Rep.of Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia,Philippines, Thailand, Viet Nam, Laos,Myanmar,Cambodia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan, India, Pakistan,Turkey, Hungary, Czech Republic,

Poland, Romania.

Admission to the YLPrequires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized,accredited university of the highest standard aswell ascertifiable health. The applicant shouldbe under 40 years of age asof 1 October, 2019; should be proficient in English with aTOEFL1STscore of 79, IELTSAcademic score of 6.0 or equivalent and must be able to obtain a Student visa

prior to arrival in Japan.

Applicants are not eligible if they are unable to travel to Japan during the program dates, Peoplewho are active members of military forces or civilians employed by the military during any partof the scholarship period or who are enrolled in a Japaneseuniversity under Student status orplan to enroll at a Japaneseuniversity asa privately financed international student betweenthe time of application for the YLPscholarship and the time the scholarship period is due tocommence are also ineligible. Lossof status aspublic administrator or government officialbefore completion of the program ~11also render participants ineligible,

Admissions nmellnePrmousV'"7 -1 0 July - mld-October

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ScholarshipsAn allowanceof 242,000yen per month (in FY2018;amount is subject to change) will beprovided to grantees during the term of the scholarship.Granteeswho are absent from theuniversity for long periods will no longer be provided with the scholarship.Applicatlqn fee,admission fee and tuition will be paid by the Japanesegovernment An economy-classair ticketfrom your home country to Japanupon enrollment at GRIPSand an economy-classair ticketfrom Japanto your home country upon completion of your studiesat GRIPSwill be orovioed

Application proceduresApplicants should obtain an application form from the Japaneseembassiesor recommendingauthorities in the eligible countries (pleasecheck the GRIPSwebsite for details aboutthe recommending authorities in your country). Applicants must submit the followingdocumentation in hard copy: application, recommendation letter From the recommendingauthority, recommendation letter from the applicant's direct superior at work, official transcriptsof academic record and graduation/degree certificates,OfficialeVidenceof Englishability,passportcopy, essaysand certificate of health.Theapplication deadline is usuallyaround mid­Oaober. Pleasecheck with the Japaneseembassyfor the exact date.Fordetails, please Set?

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5 Alumni

One of the greatest resourcesand joys of studying at GRIPSis the diversity of the studentcommunity. The connections you make at GRIPSarea valuable part of your degree.TheGRIPSAlumni Network will ensure they are lifetime bonds by keeping you in touch with fellow alumniand the school.

AsaGRIPSgraduate, you join an impressive network of close to S,OOOalumni, including 387graduates from YlP, who are actively shaping future policies in more than 100countries aroundthe world. Connectivity and communication sit at the heart of the alumni community. We offera variety of ways to remain engaged with GRIPSand strengthen your ties with fellow alumniaround the globe. These include alumni reunions, seminars,a searchablealumni directory andonline networking opportunities utilizing socialmedia such asFacebookand Linkedln.

Number ofYLP AlumniAustralia s.ngl~ Brunei ~lrll Cambodia China C-h~blic

16 12 6 21 3S 10Hungary Indll Indonesia ~an K.Jzakhstan Ky,gyz~IC Laos

10 10 24 12 8 19"..Iaysla Mongolia Myanmar PaklSran Ph~ipplnes Poland ~blic of Korea

22 7 18 13 24 19 8Romania Singapore Slovakia Sri Lanka Thaiarod Tull:ey Tu~sran

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Totlll3l7as 0( June 2018

Dj.lilow Muzaffa, (udMklstM,1014)First *retary, HeadDepartment of Analysls,Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'GRIPSIsmore than just a )'ear of Study.It does offer an excellent education: the brilliant teachingstaff gives In-depth knowledge on various sUbjects. Moreover, you'll have a chance to know Japanfrom within. GRIPSItself embodies Japan - high quality, world recognition, hospitality, comfort,etc. At the same time GRIPSgives you something more - an opportunity to meet wonderfulpeople from all over the world. The memories you will sharewith them at GRIPSand In Japan willbecome the high points In your life."

Damerla F, Panjaftan (Indonesia, 2014)Head, Sub-dlvlslon for Technical Cooperation, Ministry of Home Affairs

'YLP Isdefinitely one of the most prominent programs in GRIPS.It gave me the opportunity tobroaden my knowledge aswell as to expand my international networking among fellow studentsfrom around the world. The unique struCtureof the Pfogram, combined with the cultural diversityof the people and the beautiful landscape of Japanwere truly fascinating. Forme, the experience .was worthwhile, and asan alumna I felt genuinely delighted and privileged to be a part of thisprogram.'

NangMonln(Cambodia. 2015)Deputy Director,lnternatlonal Relation Department. General Secretariat. Ministry of Interior

'During my one-year study asa YlP student at GRIPS,I gOI to enrich my knowledge and had theopportunity to experience Japanesesociety and culture. There were many wonderful professorswho provided engaging lecturesand highly supportive staffswho kept my daily life problem­free and enjoyable. Moreover, I got TO know many fellow students from around the world andparticipated In various fun social activities and field trips. In short. YlP is the most privileged andmemorable experience for me.'

Vina. ZsuuaNor. IH..."..",1016)Deputy Head. Embassyof Hungary In Oslo,Norway_._---_ .._-_._-_.__ _ .._ _-_ __ .._ _ ..- _ - __ _ _'Going back to student life after ten yearsof professional work was indeed a true privilege. Due toexcellent Pfofessors,fantastic fellow students and the welcoming atmosphere, my year at GRIPSwas both intellectually Inspiring and personally enriching. My GRIPSexperience has broadened myworld view and enhari~ed my knowledge of Japan,Asia and the world. Theyear spent in Tokyowill undoubtedly lead to further positive experiences in my profesSionaland personal life:

JessicaMontgomery (Australia, 1017)Analyst. Commonwealth Treasury._..._ ....._.__ ._--_._-_._--_._-._--_ ...._..._.__ ....._ ....._ ..-.~.-.-....-......-.---....-.-..------- ..."TheYoung LeadersProgram Isa wonderful and unique opportunity to experience life in Japanand learn more about public policy, aswell as Japanesesociety and culture. Academic studies atGRIPSare enriched by !he exchange of experiences and perspectives between young govemmentofficials from acrossthe world, and the fiefd trips and seminarswith Japanesegovernment officialsprOVidea novel addition to the learning experience. My year in Japan was highly memorable,particularly asa result of the enduring fnendships developed throughout the )'ear."

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NatiolUll Graduate Institute for Policy Studies7-22-1 Roppongi, Mlnato-ku, Tokyo 106·8677 JapanTel: +81-(0)3-6439-6000 Fax: +81-(O)3-6439-Q010http://www.grips.acJp G

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Address and Contact Information

GettIng to GRIPS . ~.TheGRIPSbuilding Is located in .~;the center of Tokyo.convenlently .:.._,,'.1"";6. ,.~.acceSSibleby pUblic transport.Both Nogiz.3kiJ Station on theChlyodaUne and Roppong/Stationon the Oedo and HiblyaLines are within 10minuteswalking distance.

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Asian Development Bank - Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)Japanese Government (MEXT) ScholarshipSelf-Financed Students

One-year Master's Program of Public Policy (MP1)Two-year Master's Program of Public Policy (MP2)

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1 About GRIPS

Your Gateway to Global LeadershipGRIPS is a graduate school specializing in education and research for policy studies. Thepredecessor of GRIPS was the Graduate School of Policy Science (GSPS). which wasestablished in 1977 at Saitama University as the first graduate school for policy studies inJapan. Established in 1997 by the Japanese government, GRIPS inherited the GSPS mantleand eventually moved to Roppongi, an international and cultural hub of Tokyo. GRIPS aimsto produce first-class policy makers and conduct cutting-edge research in policy studies. Ourslogan, "Gateway to Global Leadership," summarizes the mission of GRIPS: We seek to identifyand nurture leaders and managers involved in policy-making on a global scale.

GRIPS is one of the most internationalized graduate schools in the world, with internationalstudents comprising nearly 66% of the student body. The class of 2016-2017, for example,which consisted of 421 students, included 279 foreign students from 62 countries. Most GRIPSstudents are professionals from central and local governments.

GRIPS has been a partner of the Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (AOB­JSP) since 2000. In addition, GRIPS has been selected by the Japanese government andinternational organizations such as the World Bank, the World Customs Organization, andthe International Monetary Fund to train mid-career government officials from emerging anddeveloping countries,

2 GRIPS' Flagship Program

The Public Policy ProgramThe Public Policy Program (PPP) is GRIPS' flagship program and it hasroots going back to the GSPS. The mission of the PPP is to educateleaders, public managers, and public policy analysts, providing them withthe policy tools and ethical principles needed for democratic and efficientgovernance in the public policy arena. The PPP has produced a steadystream of highly qualified managers and leaders for many important areasof public policy. Graduates of this program become part of an internationalnetwork of policy professionals.

DINCtor:Makoto Tanaka(Appli~Economal

The Public Policy Program has two tracks-a one-year track (MP1) and atwo-year track (MP2). The working and teaching language of the PPP isEnglish and all courses are offered in English.

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The one-year master's program (M P1) equipsmid-career managers and leaders with thefundamental skills and knowledge needed tomake them effective managers in the publicsector. Students develop familiarity with allphases of the policy cycle. The program awardsthe degree of Master of Public Policy or Masterof Public Administration. Students are requiredto write a policy report in partial fulfillment of therequirements for the degree.

The two-year master's program (MP2) providesearly- and mid-career professionals and juniorstaff members with the technical skills neededto be professional policy analysts. The programbuilds a strong foundation for advanoed research(including doctoral studies). The program awardsthe degree of Master of Arts in Public Policy.Students are required to write a master's thesisin partial fulfillment of the requirements for thedegree.

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Program Design: Interdisciplinary Academic &Professional EducationThe curriculum is composed of an introductory course in policy studies, policy debate seminars,and a wide variety of elective courses. All PPP students are provided a common interdisciplinaryand analytical foundation through required courses, Students acquire more specializedknowledge by taking recommended courses. A wide range of elective courses enables studentsto enhance their academic and pragmatic skills, Practical courses are taught by governmentofficials who have extensive experience in policy formulation and implementation. Thiscombination of academic and practical knowledge is the hallmark of a GRIPS education.

Students are provided considerable gui?ance in the preparation of their policy reports. Studentsdevelop research skills, choose a research topic, and develop their policy reports in two policydebate seminars. The Center for Professional Communication (CPC) offers guidance andsupport at every stage of the writing process, from selecting a topic to writing the final draft.

In addition to the knowledge and skills acquired in the first year, MP2 second-year studentsreceive advanced training and guidance in the technical and practical skills needed for publicpolicy analysis. Students develop and apply their research skills to writing and defendingcompulsory master's theses. Thus, MP2 provides a strong platform for advanced policyresearch (including doctoral studies).

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Faculty: Cutting~EdgeAcademic Research forPractical Policy SolutionsMPl and MP2 are taught by full-time faculty as well as visiting lecturers. The core GRIPSfaculty is composed of domestic and international scholars with solid academic backgroundsand outstanding publication records as well as practitioners with extensive experience in thecivil service and public policy management.

Concentrations: Your Field,of StudyStudents can enroll in a wide variety of courses covering the social sciences, includingeconomics, international relations. development policies, operations research, as well astheir chosen fields for in-depth policy study. The PPP provides students with a choice of fourconcentrations (specialties): Economic Policy (EP), International Development Studies (IDS).International Relations (IRI. and Public Policy (PP).

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Economic Policy (EP) ConcentrationTheobjective of the Economic Policy(EP)Concentration is to providepolicy professionalswith the skills neededto design and evaluatepolicyalternativeswhile emphasizing the application of economic tools to real­world policy problems. Students are strongly recommended to take coreand applied courses in economics. Eachstudent is required to producea policy report/thesis. for which GRIPSfaculty memberswill provideguidanceand advice.

Titles of Past POlicyReports and Theses

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• FinancialDevelopment and EconomicGrowth in DevelopingCountries• Non-Interest Income and RisleTheEmpiricalEvidenceof ThaiCommercial Banks• Assessingthe Impact of InternationalTradeon EconomicGrowth: A CaseStudy ofGhana

• The Impact of Exchange:RateMovements on ForeignDirect Investment in Uganda• The Impact of Monetary Policytowards Investment in Indonesia

International Development Studies (IDS)ConcentrationThe International Development Studies (IDS)Concentrationaims to fostertechnical skills for solving development problems using economics asthe basic tool. Speciallydesigned for researchersand policy makersinterested in development issues,the curriculum of this concentrationcoversa wide range of topics in development including gender,poverty.agricultural development, trade and industry, environment. andgovernment and market.

TItles of Past Policy Reports and Theses

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• An Essayon the Evolution of Modern RiceFarmingSystems in Asia• Women io the Labor Market in VietnamSincethe Start of Doi Mo• IsTherea Difference in Outreach by the LegalStatus of Microfinance Institutions?• Nonfarm Sector Development andWomen Empowerment in Bangladesh• Contribution of Community Forestryto SustainableForestManagement in Nepal

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International Relations (lR) ConcentrationThe International Relations (IR) Concentration aims to foster thedevelopment of future policy leaders through intensive training in themethods and approaches necessary for understanding and solvingmajor contemporary challenges in the world. We welcome students withinterests in international affairs, covering a variety of issues from securityto political economy, as well as those who wish to analyze domesticpolitics or political economy within the context of an individual countryor from a comparative perspective. Both qualitative and quantitativemethods can be adopted for analyses.

Titles of Past Policy Reports and Theses

• Question of Existence: Rising Sea Levels in the Pacific and New Zealand Policy Options• R2P in East and Southeast Asia• Small States as Negotiators: A Comparison of Cambodia and Laos withReference to the South China Sea Issue

• Ghana's Regional Integration Efforts in Africa: The Post-Nkrurnah Era in Review• Building Trust in the Relationship with China: From Vietnam's Perspective

Public Policy (PP)ConcentrationThe objective of the Public Policy (PPJConcentration is to providestudents with knowledge of various policy issues from many differentdisciplinary viewpoints to support their understanding and investigationof policy-related problems. Students are required to write a policyproposal based on the application of either quantitative or qualitativeanalytical tools to a policy issue. In preparing policy reports, studentsshould (a) collect quantitative and/or qualitative data, (b) analyze thedata, and (c) write a policy proposal based on their investigation.

Titles of Past Policy Reports and Theses

• Public Service Reform Programme in Tanzania• Thai Consumers' Purchasing Perception toward PaymentInstruments for Point-of-Sale Transactions

• Optimal Mechanisms for Knowledge Sharing inIntemational and Development Cooperation

• Food Safety Concerns in Bangladesh

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3 GRIPSSummer Program

The mission of the GRIPS Summer Program is to enhance participants' practical policy-makingskills through activities that require participants to apply their discipline-based knowledge tovarious real-life policy issues. The GRIPS Summer Program is organized into four major activityareas: seminars, symposia, and conferences; skill-enhancing workshops; research tours andfield trips; and sports, entertainment. and culture.

1. Seminars, Symposiums, and Student ConferenceSSl SeminarsH-LAS Talent Show by studentsJapan's lessons for Europe's Crisis ManagementStudent Conference- Public Policy, Innovation and Development

2. Skill Enhancing and Policy WorkshopsWorkshop on strategic negotiationsMedia skills for policy makersEnglish for social networkingTwitter for better governmentGrant proposal writing

3. Research Tours & FieldtripsHaned Chronogate Logistics Terminal tourMt. Fuji hikingJ·Power thermal power plant tourMiraikan Science Museum tourVisits in Ministry of Defense, Bank of Japan, and Embassies

4. Sports, Entertainment, and CultureBon Odori Dance: "Hopponiin Ondo"Introduction to Japanese Tea CeremonyCultural exchange with junior high school students

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5 Admissions

Qualifications

The application procedure should be completed onlineby all candidates for MPl and MP2. Applicants need toobtain an 10 and Password prior to online application.The Online Entry Form and Online Application Formmust be submitted by the appropriate deadlines.Details can be found at the GRIPS AdmiSSions website:(htrp://www.grips.ac.jp/en/admissions/index/).

The online application process of GRIPS can becomplicated and confusing because at varyingrequirements and policies for different programs andscholarships. The GRIPS Admissions Office will helpyou work through any problems you encounter.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized/accredited university and mustsatisfy the English language requirement with a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (iBT 79) or IELTSAcademic 6.0. A record of solid academic performance at the undergraduate level is expected.Work experience in government or other policy-oriented institutions is highly desirable.Evidence of managerial experience and leadership potential are looked on very favorably,especially for MP1. Although there is no formal entrance exam, the Public Policy Programmay administer special exams in such areas as English writing and mathematics proficiency.Telephone and video in.terviews may also be conducted. Some in-person interviews may bearranged if circumstances permit.

Funding OptionsThere are several ways to finance your education in the PPP. The traditional way is to obtainone of several scholarships allocated to GRIPS by various sponsoring organizations.The two primary sources of funds are the Japanese Government (MEXT) and the AsianDevelopment Sank (ADS). MEXT and ADS provide a fixed number of scholarships both forMPl and MP2. Candidates who apply by the early application deadline (November) will beconsidered for one of these scholarships.The choice of scholarship will be determined by GRIPS based on constraints imposed by thescholarship providers (see the GRIPS website for details).Scholarships are allocated on a competitive basis from the pool of early applicants.Self-financing, including all externally acquired funds, is another option. Since GRIPS is a Japanese

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national university, our tuition and fees are very low and quite competitive on an intemational basis.This is particularly true given the high quality of our education and other services.As a consequence, an increasing number of candidates apply to GRIPSwith their personal fundsor with scholarships obtained from external sources such as their home governments or non.governmental organizations.

Scholarship Eligibility and details for MP1&2 Program Provided by GRIPS

Japanese GOII9IT1ment(MEXT) Scholarship

• Under 35 years of age(asof April 1 of the year of enrollment)

• Nationals of countrie5 with which Japanhas diplomatic relations

• Non-residents of Japan

• Monthly stipend• Application fee, admission fee, and tuition• Round-trip economy-class airticket between yourhome country to Japan

Asian DweIopment Bank - Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSp)

• Under36 years of age(as of April 1 of the year of enrollment)• Nationalsof ADB'sdfM:Iloping membercountries• At least 2 years of full-time professional work8J(pt!f'iefl98(at the time of application deadline)

• Monthly stipend• Application fee, admission fee, and tuition• Round-trip economy-class air ticket between yourhome country and Japan

• Researchallowance, Book allowance, Arrivalallowance, and Miscellaneous expenses

Please refer http://www.griPS.8c.jp/en/admiss;ons/index! for details.

Important Dates

An orientation program is provided for students in early October. The academic year runs fromOctober through the following September.

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6 Student Support and Resources

Mluto Housing ComplexIn Saitamaprefecture, nearby l.aleocrtshopping mall that boasts around 200 shopsand restaurants flanked by enormous IKEAand Costco stores.Aoom Types: 1Roomwikitchen2Rooms wikitchen

GRIPSInternational House IIn Nakano, built in 2009RoomTypes: Single, Couple

One unique aspect of GRIPS is our extensive support system for assisting students in their dailyliving. We consider this aspect of your lives to be every bit as important as your academic life,especially for foreign scholars unfamiliar with Japan. As international students have comprised,on average, about 60% of the GRIPS student body over the last 10 years, we have developedcomprehensive services to assist students in their day-to-day living.

The Student Office organizes orientation programs for incoming students and assists arrivinginternational students in getting organized and settled in Japan. It also organizes a number ofsocial events and activities, including field trips and Japanese cultural experiences. The StudentOffice also functions as a hub to promote meaningful interaction and understanding betweenJapanese and foreign nationals.

FacultyGRIPS has approximately 80 full-time faculty members from a variety of backgrounds. Manyof them have served as central and local government officials, diplomats, bankers or businessexecutives. This enables an effective combination of rigorous academic courses complementedby professional expertise and experience.Formore on our faculty members. pleaseseehrrp:llwww.grips.ac.jp!enlaboutidirecto/yl

AccommodationAccommodation is provided in the Tokyo International Exchange Center (TIEC), operated bythe Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO), in GRIPS International House, or in privateapartments recommended by the GRIPS Student Office,

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GRIPS International HOUle IIIn Nakano, built in 2010RoomTypes: Single. Couple

Resources

Center for ProfessionalCommunicationThe mission of the Center for ProfessionalCommunication is to support GRIPSstudents,faculty,and staff in developing effec1iveprofessional

communication skillsand competenciesneeded to communicateproductively in anenvironment of multiplestakeholders.Tothisend, we offer a rangeof instruction endsupport in fundamentalareesof professionalcommunication inEnglishand Japanese,including policy paperwriting, professionalspeaking. grant proposalwriting, and digitalcommunications. We

also provideopportunities for cultural and academicexchangesthrough a self-access learningcenter,organizeseminarsand special events related toall aspects of professional communication, andpreparecustomized materials for students and staffon academic and profeSSionalwriting and languagelearning.

Library• ExtensivecolleCtionof publications in the field ofpolicy studies. collected from around the world

• Collection contains Oller150,000 volumes, includingreferencebooks. statistical collections, workingpapers.and government documents

• Largecollections of periodicals that inclu$ morethan 10,000 journals, many of which are availableonline

• Well-trained staff are equipped to respond toresearch-relatedrequests

FacilitiesStudent Rooms and Computers• Each student is provided with 8 stUdyspaceandlaptop computer, accessible24 hours a day

• A computer help desk is open to all students duringregular working hours

Health Services Center• In-househealth clinic• Nurse on duty daily. doctor available severaldays8week

• Providesmedical advice, basic medical examinations• VIllI! refar to an appropriate hospital or speciaustwhen necessary

Fitness Center• Runningmachines• Trainingequipment• Showers• DVD tor exercises• Freeuse by students, faCulty.and staH

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Address and Contact Information

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National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies7-22-1 Roppongi. Minato-ku. Tokyo 106-8677 JapanTel: +81-(0)3-6439-6000 Fax: +81-(0)3-6439-6010http://www.grips.ac.jp

Admissions OfficeTel: +81-(0)3-6439-6046 Fax: +81-(0)3-6439-6050admissions@grips.ac.jp

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