Outgoing Exchange

Partner Schools

Are you considering going on exchange program to one of ICS partner schools?

Here, you’ll find all the essential information you need—from choosing your destination and host institution to applying and preparing for your exchange experience.

 

Read about other students Exchange experience at Exchange Life Blog

Broaden your international outlook through a global exchange experience.

Step Beyond Borders with One of the World’s Top Business School Exchange Opportunities

Each year, nearly one half of our second-year students choose to study abroad for a term at one of 19 renowned partner institutions across the globe. By participating, you will:

  • Expand your international connections and build lifelong relationships
  • Experience a new cultural and academic environment firsthand
  • Deepen your understanding of global business dynamics
  • Earn credits

Your choice of destination can depend on factors such as region, language, course offerings, program length, or even your post-MBA career plans. Please note that exchange placements are competitive.

Nomination Process

Only ICS students enrolled in the 2-year MBA program are eligible to participate in the Exchange Program at partner school.
Students in the 1-year MBA program are not eligible to join the Exchange Program, and it is not possible to switch from the 1-year to the 2-year program after the admission process has been completed.

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Step 1

 

Apply to and be admitted by Hitotsubashi ICS. 

How to Apply
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Step 2

 

Attend the annual Exchange Program information session held in December during your first year of studies. 

 
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Step 3

 

Submit up to three school preferences for the internal competitive selection and approval process by mid-January.   
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Step 4

 

Wait for the result announcement in late January. 

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Step 5

 

Once the results are announced, your nomination will be submitted to the partner school. 

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Step 6

 

Receive a welcome letter from the partner school. 

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Step 7

 

Begin preparing for your exchange experience.