BIGGEST JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR MBA STUDENTS IN JAPAN ONLY AT NDIM!
Japan Centre of Excellence
Our Unparalleled Achievements
Established in 2018 and inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Kenji Hiramatsu (Former Ambassador of Japan to India) and Bharat Ratna Late Shri Pranab Mukherjee (Former President of India), the Centre was built on a singular belief: that India’s brightest young professionals deserve a world-class platform to engage with one of the globe’s most respected business cultures. Guided by Mr. T.K.A. Nair, recipient of Japan’s prestigious Order of the Rising Sun, this Centre is not just an academic initiative. It is a career launchpad.
Our students are connected to an ecosystem of iconic Japanese corporations including Daikin, Yamaha Motors, Uniqlo, Mitsui & Co., Dentsu X, and Yamato Logistics, creating pathways for internships and placements. Institutional partnerships with JETRO, JICA, and AICTE ensure their credentials carry genuine bilateral weight.
The NITORI Foundation, Japan’s No. 1 home furnishing conglomerate, awards merit-based scholarships exclusively to NDIM students, making us the only Indian institute to receive this honour. NDIM is also the only MBA institute to host a full-time JICA Japanese Native Professor, giving students authentic cultural and language immersion on campus.
Every year, our students visit leading Japanese industries and universities through our Immersion Tour and student exchange programme, with visits to Keio, Tokyo, Kansai, and Yokohama National Universities. Keio University specially invited NDIM students to its Cultural Exchange Programme, sponsoring their stay entirely. JETRO Japan also hosted an exclusive recruitment drive for NDIM students at its Tokyo headquarters.
NDIM Students at Leading Japanese Universities in Japan
Yokohama National University, Japan
The University of Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo City University, Japan
International Christian Univ, Japan
Kansai University, Japan
Globis University, Japan
Toyota Technological Institute, Japan
Soka University, Japan
NDIM Students at Leading Manufacturing Industries in Japan
Internship & Placements in Japanese Companies
Top Japanese brands hiring at NDIM
NDIM Students Learning Japanese Language
Through the Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Business Japanese, students develop the confidence to communicate clearly and professionally with Japanese colleagues and clients. The programme builds a strong understanding of Japanese business culture, including essential Do’s and Don’ts, helping students establish respectful and effective professional relationships.
With a dedicated focus on non-verbal communication, such as body language, workplace conduct, and cultural etiquette, students learn to create a strong and lasting impression in professional settings. The programme also trains students in culturally aligned negotiation practices, enabling them to achieve ethical, practical, and positive business outcomes for their organizations.
Collaboration with Higashiosaka College, Japan
NDIM has also bagged the opportunity to become the 1st & the only Institute in India to join hands with the Higashiosaka College (HOC), Japan wherein Japanese Native Students from HOC guide and inspire NDIM’s PGDM/MBA Students and help them master the Japanese Language, world-renowned Japanese Work Culture, Customs and Traditions on a weekly basis.
Like our current students, all future students will have the opportunity to get featured on Higashiosaka’s Website & College Magazine:
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Due to our strong relations with Japanese Universities, we will also provide you the opportunity to be a part of an “Indo-Japan Student Exchange Programme”, that is currently in the works. Visiting Japanese Universities as an exchange student will not only give our students a big leap as the future leaders at Japanese Organisations but will also offer life-enriching experiences.
Collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at NDIM
NDIM’s enduring credibility with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) speaks for itself — every year, a Japanese native professor joins us through the JICA Overseas Cooperation Volunteer Program to groom our students in Japanese Language proficiency and Japanese Business Etiquette, preparing them to be truly industry-ready.
SUCCESSFULLY TRAINED
CORPORATE BATCHES IN JAPANESE
LANGUAGE
Preferred Choice of Top Industry Leaders
It is because of our expertise in this area and our legacy of providing the highest quality Japanese Language training, with the help of our dedicated office in Japan, to the Mid & Senior Management of companies including Kotak Mahindra, Apollo Tyres Ltd, Mitsui Chemicals India Pvt Ltd., Akzo Nobel India Pvt Ltd, Hindustan Power, DCM Shriram Industries Ltd., etc. that we continue to be the most sought-after and trusted Japanese Language Centre in the country.
The CEOs, MDs, Directors and Sr. Managers of top companies chose our Japanese Centre of Excellence to learn the highest standards of Japanese Language & Culture with our Japanese Language Courses wherein our experts guided them, even amidst the recent global pandemic.
OUR JAPAN & INDIA OFFICES
Mr. Nikhil Singh
CEO
Japan Centre of Excellence
Ms. Midori Yamamoto
Public Relations Director
Japan Centre of Excellence
Ms. Yasue Fujiwara
Japanese Language Professor
Japan Centre of Excellence
Ms. Yu Kawasaki
Chief Representative
Japan Centre of Excellence
NDIM’s India–Japan Global Exchange: Academic & Industry Immersions with Reciprocal Student Experiences Since 2023
Japan Journal
Japanese Language Programmes
- A) Introductory Japanese (JLPT N5): 160 Hours
- B) JLPT N4 Programme – Foundation Course: 124 Hours
- C) JLPT N4 Programme – JLPT N4 Advanced Preparation Course: 76 Hours
- D) Japanese Language for Working Professionals: 20 Hours
A) INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE (JLPT N5): Start Date August 2025
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Japanese | Hiragana (Part 1), greetings, self-introduction, classroom expressions, pronunciation basics |
| Japanese Writing System | Hiragana (Part 2), Katakana (Part 1), numbers, days of the week, basic vocabulary |
| Basic Communication | Katakana (Part 2), demonstratives (これ・それ・あれ), sentence structure, question forms |
| Personal Information and Daily Life | Nationalities, occupations, personal information, particles (は・の・も), simple conversations |
| Time and Daily Routines | Telling time, dates, months, days, particles (に・へ・で), daily activities |
| Verbs and Actions | Verb groups, present/future tense, common action verbs, simple dialogues |
| Places and Locations | Location vocabulary, existence verbs (あります・います), describing places |
| Directions and Transportation | Asking for directions, transportation vocabulary, movement expressions |
| Food and Dining | Food vocabulary, ordering meals, preferences, restaurant conversations |
| Describing People and Things | い-adjectives, な-adjectives, appearance, characteristics, comparisons |
| Talking About the Past | Past tense of verbs and adjectives, discussing previous activities and experiences |
| Requests and Invitations | Te-form introduction, making requests, invitations, permissions and suggestions |
| Family and Social Interactions | Family vocabulary, relationships, social conversations and etiquette |
| Integrated Language Skills Practice | Reading comprehension, listening exercises, conversation practice, guided writing |
| JLPT N5 Revision | Comprehensive grammar review, vocabulary review, kanji practice, mock tests, oral and written assessments |
B) JLPT N4 PROGRAMME - FOUNDATION COURSE (PART I): Start Date June 2026
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| N5 Foundation Reinforcement | Revision of essential N5 grammar, sentence patterns, particles, verb forms, and basic vocabulary |
| Core N4 Grammar Introduction | Introduction to intermediate grammar structures, contextual grammar usage, sentence construction, and grammar exercises |
| Kanji & Vocabulary Development | Initial 180–200 Kanji, vocabulary expansion, contextual vocabulary usage, and reinforcement activities |
| Kanji & Reading Skills | Develop Kanji recognition, reading accuracy, and comprehension of short texts and notices. |
| Reading Comprehension Basics | Short passages, notices, advertisements, basic comprehension exercises, and reading strategies |
| Listening Fundamentals | Audio comprehension practice, everyday conversations, announcements, and response exercises |
| Conversation & Practical Communication | Everyday conversational Japanese, speaking practice, role plays, pronunciation, and fluency activities. |
| Assessments, Revision & Progress Evaluation | Periodic revision sessions, practice worksheets, mini tests, and performance evaluation |
C) JLPT N4 PROGRAMME - ADVANCED PREPARATION COURSE (PART II): Start Date September 2026
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Advanced Grammar Application | Sentence structures, contextual grammar usage, grammar drills |
| Advanced Kanji & Vocabulary | Remaining N4 Kanji, vocabulary reinforcement, contextual usage |
| Reading Comprehension Practice | Timed passages, notices, advertisements, comprehension exercises |
| Listening Comprehension Practice | Audio practice, announcements, conversations, response exercises |
| Conversation & Communication Skills | Speaking activities, fluency practice, role plays |
| JLPT Mock Tests & Exam Strategies | Mock examinations, paper-solving strategies, revision |
D) JAPANESE LANGUAGE FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS: Starting soon
| Modules | Topics |
|---|---|
| Self Introduction | Master greetings, self-introduction, and polite everyday phrases. Ask for help, directions, or clarification confidently |
| Workplace Essentials | Learn workplace greetings, team interactions, and task updates. Understand unspoken rules of Japanese corporate etiquette. |
| Business Etiquette | Schedule meetings, make requests, and Introduce colleagues the Japanese way. Practice bowing, exchanging business cards, and formal behavior. |
| Japan Travel Essentials | Understand train types, ticket buying, asking for directions, and getting around safely. Travel confidently like a native commuter. |
| Food & Culture | Order food, request vegetarian options, and handle social dining like a pro. Learn dining do's and don'ts, izakaya phrases, and polite refusals. |
| Japan Life Ready | Handle common emergencies, talk to doctors or police, and express your routine. Final roleplay tests + survival checklist to be Japan- ready. |
Our Merit-based Certifications
Students also have a unique opportunity to earn merit-based, free-of-cost certifications in Spoken Japanese Language, Japanese Business Etiquette, and Japanese Culture. These certifications add strong value to their CVs and help prepare them as suitable candidates for Japanese organizations in India as well as in Japan.
The Japanese language certifications are regularly updated by subject experts at NDIM’s fully functional office in Japan. Through these programmes, students are trained in line with the latest expectations and requirements of leading Japanese companies.
The Japan India Business Confluence 2026, organized by NDIM on 20th May 2026, reflects NDIM’s strong commitment towards building meaningful global industry connections and preparing students for international careers, leadership opportunities, and cross-cultural business environments. At a time when Japanese organizations are actively expanding in India and seeking globally aware talent, NDIM continues to thrive by creating platforms where students gain direct exposure to international business ecosystems, corporate leadership, and global workplace expectations.
The Confluence witnessed the participation of 200+ industry professionals, academicians, corporate leaders, and policy stakeholders, along with 25+ Japanese nationals from diverse business and institutional ecosystems. Distinguished leaders representing organizations such as JETRO, KOSE Corporation India, TPR Autoparts Manufacturing India, Yamato Logistics India, K&L Communications India, NIHON KEIEI India, NRM International, and Geek Pictures shared valuable insights on leadership, talent development, Japanese work culture, innovation, communication, adaptability, and long-term India–Japan collaboration. NDIM also introduced AI-integrated live real-time translation technology powered by SCON AI during the Confluence, enabling seamless translation of Japanese discussions into English and creating a more immersive, accessible, and globally connected experience for participants while reinforcing NDIM’s commitment towards innovation-driven and future-ready learning environments.
For students, such initiatives provide far more than academic exposure — they create pathways towards international placements, global career opportunities, industry networking, and long-term professional growth in multinational organizations. For recruiters and corporate partners, the Confluence reflects NDIM’s industry-oriented approach, strong international engagement, and continuous efforts towards developing professionally groomed, adaptable, and globally competent talent prepared to contribute effectively in dynamic global business ecosystems.
Chief Director General, JETRO
Chief Executive Officer, KOSE Corporation
Managing Director, Yamato Logistics
Managing Director, TPR Autoparts
Chief Executive Officer, Geek Pictures
Assistant Manager, Nihon Keiei
Director, NRM International
Managing Director, K&L India
Key highlights
200+
Attendees from diverse organizations.
25+
Japanese CEOs and native professionals attended from various organizations.
