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Essentials of Accounting

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  • Next starting date
    From October 3
  • Format
    Online or on campus
  • Duration
    12 weeks; classes every other week
  • Class length
    3 hours per class
  • Credits
    1.5 GLOBIS MBA credits
  • Certificate awarded
    Certificate of Enrollment
  • Tuition
    JPY 128,000

Course overview

Accounting is a minimal requirement for business managers. The objective of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge and understanding of financial and managerial accounting, as well as the ability to make decisions based on accounting data.

In this course students will:
– Develop a general understanding of accounting
– Learn how management strategies and/or business characteristics can be reflected in accounting data

Who should take this course

This course is intended for those students who are interested in learning about the basics of financial and managerial accounting, or those who are have fragmentary knowledge of accounting and are hoping to build on it.

Course content

This course is structured to progressively build your critical thinking skills over six class days.
Classes are held every other week over a three month period, with 2 sessions per class day.

  • Day breakdown
    Day 1
    Measuring Business Activities through Financial Figures
    Day 2
    Business Activities and Relations with Three Financial Statements
    Day 3
    Financial Ratio Analysis
    Day 4
    Understanding Business Structures: Break-Even Analysis
    Day 5
    Financial Projections. Designing and Implementing Control Systems
    Outlook for Saizeriya’s Business
    Day 6
    Corporate Strategies and Financial Planning
    Healthy Life Group

Our lecturers

GLOBIS faculty are seasoned business practitioners who bring real-world management experience directly to the classroom. More than just lecturers, they are expert facilitators vetted to challenge your perspective, bring out your inner leader, and bridge the gap between knowing and doing.

Begin your MBA journey, one course at a time

Not ready for a full degree? The Essentials of Accounting course is offered as part of the Pre-MBA program, which lets you start your journey with individual courses from our MBA curriculum. Gain immediate skills, experience our unique teaching style, and decide if a degree is the right move for your career.

Why study with GLOBIS

  • Practice decision-making with case studies

    At GLOBIS, we challenge you to stop studying leadership and start practicing it. The classroom is your training ground. Through the case study method, you’ll step into the shoes of a CEO to navigate hundreds of actual business scenarios. Guided by faculty with deep industry expertise, you’ll engage in discussions with diverse peers—learning to analyze complex data, gain buy-in, and take decisive action.

  • Prepare for the future of work with Technovate skills

    We believe that in a world of rapid change, traditional business skills are no longer enough. Our Technovate curriculum—a blend of Technology and Innovation—arms you with the mindset to leverage emerging tech for a competitive advantage. You’ll learn to manage tech-driven teams and implement innovative solutions, ensuring you don’t just keep up with change, but drive it.

  • Discover your kokorozashi and lead with purpose

    To lead others, you must first understand your own “why.” Our curriculum is built around kokorozashi—a Japanese concept representing your unique personal mission. Through guided reflection and faculty coaching, we help you align your professional strengths with your personal passions. You’ll graduate with more than a degree; you’ll have a clear, purpose driven path to making a meaningful impact on society.

  • Access Japan’s most powerful business network

    When you join GLOBIS, you gain immediate access to an influential network of over 10,000 alumni and hundreds of corporate partners. As Japan’s largest business school, we foster a collaborative culture where professionals from diverse industries support each other’s growth. Through mentorship, global gatherings, and active alumni clubs, you gain lifelong connections needed to turn your vision into reality—whether in Japan or anywhere in the world.

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What our students say

  • Jenny Lo

    Part-time & Online MBAPre-MBA
    The benefit of starting with the Pre-MBA is the early experience you get with MBA courses without needing to commit too much time. Taking one course at a time allowed me to experience what MBA study would be like before committing to a full program.

  • Alexander Cashen

    Part-time & Online MBA
    A typical week for me involves spending two nights a week and either Saturday or Sunday afternoon/evening doing coursework or attending classes. I still have at least three free evenings a week to spend with my family or catch up on work or hobbies.

  • Tomo Wakatsuki

    Part-time & Online MBA
    For me, the greatest value GLOBIS offers students is its diversity. My cohort included students from 26 countries, which allowed me to experience a rich variety of thought, perspectives, and professional backgrounds—something I believe is not easily found in other MBA programs.

A step by step guide on how to apply

  • 1
    Submit your application
    Receive your results by email within a few business days.
    Already a Pre-MBA student? Skip to Step 2.
  • 2
    Complete registration
    Follow the instructions provided via email.
  • 3
    Pay the tuition
    Payment is due within two weeks of registration.
  • 4
    Prepare for your first class
    Join the orientation and download your course materials.

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