34. National Graduate Institute For Policy Studies (National)

34. National Graduate Institute For Policy Studies (National) Study Area: Social Science 1. Basic Information Fields of Study 3. Public Policy / Public Administration 4. Economics 8. Public Policy 9. Administrative Studies 6. Others 18. Statistics 1-1. Graduate School (URL of Graduate School) Specific Research Fields 11. Enterprise and Privatization 12. Economics National Graduate Institute For Policy Studies http://www.grips.ac.jp/en/ 1-2. Name of the Program Two-year Master s Program of Public Policy (MP2) 1-3. Degrees Master of Arts in Public Policy 1-4. Status Graduate School Student 1-5.Credits and years needed for graduation 1-6. Classes taught in English 40 credits 2 years (*Please note that it is required to take as many credits as possible in your first year and you are expected to focus on your research in your second year.) Class: 139/139 (Classes in English/ All classes) Text: All in English 1-7. Desired English level TOEFL IBT:79 PBT:550 IELTS:6.0 1-8. Prior Inquiry From Applicants (Before submission of AF) 1-9. Message for Applicants Must/Ideal/Not mandatory/not allowed Applicants to GRIPS are strongly advised to familiarize themselves with the unique missions and features of GRIPS and its programs. GRIPS is not for everyone. Applicants should make sure that their background, capabilities, and goals are a good fit for GRIPS. Please study the GRIPS website carefully and read the relevant program brochure(s). MP2 students will be required to select a concentration (specialty) and produce and defend an MA thesis in their chosen field. Necessary capability and knowledge differs by each concentration (please refer the concentration guide attached on the syllabus), and all applicants are expected to have good academic writing skills. If you have weaknesses in any skills needed for your preferred concentration, you should rectify your deficiencies before coming to GRIPS. We want your 1

experience at GRIPS to be very fruitful. 1-10.Additional Information Availability /Number Note Japanese Language (1) Necessity of Japanese language for study (2) Availability of Japanese language class Foreign Students (1) Number of foreign students in past 3years Not necessary Available 639 Courses in different levels are offered. Indonesia, Thailand, China,Korea, Mongolia, Malaysia, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, etc. (2) Number of PEACE participants 5 1 st batch(2), 2 nd batch(1), 3 rd batch(2) M198, F:84 (3) Number of female/male at the Graduate School Facility Information (1) Dormitory available for PEACE participants (Overall) M:107, F63 (Only foreign students) Not available As of Oct., 2014 (2) Prayers room or Mosque Available (3) Halal food available in cafeteria Not available Others (1) Tutor system Not Available 2.Features of University GRIPS was officially born in October of 1997, when Saitama University s then-graduate School of Policy Science (GSPS) was restructured and newly established as the first dedicated public graduate school and research institute for policy studies in Japan. GRIPS is conveniently located in the political and administrative center of Tokyo. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, GRIPS aims to reinforce democratic governance both domestically and internationally, as an international center of excellence for the education of future leaders in the policymaking arena. Degree programs are designed to attract outstanding students and prepare them thoroughly for distinguished careers in policymaking. Over sixty percent of GRIPS s student-intake consists of international students from approximately sixty countries in Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Our international students generally have three to five years of work experience in governments, central banks, custom offices, and similar organizations. International programs at GRIPS are conducted entirely in English, while domestic programs are taught in Japanese. In addition to master s programs, GRIPS launched its Ph.D. program in April of 2002, in order to cultivate more policymaking expertise and meet ever more 2

sophisticated challenges. 3.Features of Graduate School The National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) was founded in 1997 as a stand-alone national graduate university focused on policy studies. Current and future policy leaders and researchers from all over the world gather here, forming an international research hub. Two thirds of our students come from overseas. Our students include current administrative officials from both Japan and overseas, many of whom will become high-ranking members of their respective governments following graduation. GRIPS students will be able to understand the fundamental techniques of analysis of public policy and apply them to actual issues. Also, students can then use the analytical tools they learn in our lectures to analyze actual political issues and design policy. Graduates of GRIPS join our alumni network that includes many high level government officials (ministers, deputy governors, director generals etc.) in over 100 countries. Our faculty also includes former officials, creating a desirable environment for students pursuing policy studies. We also place emphasis on recruiting top faculty internationally. 4.Features of the Program and Curriculum in each Field of Study The Program of Public Policy (PPP) is the oldest, largest, and most flexible of all the programs at GRIPS. An umbrella organization, the PPP has produced a steady stream of highly qualified managers and leaders in many important areas of public policy. Graduates of this program become part of an international network of policy professionals. The curriculum is made up of required courses and elective courses. Students receive advanced training and guidance in the technical and practical skills needed for public policy analysis, design, and implementation. The program provides a strong platform for advanced policy research (including doctoral studies). Students are required to write a master s thesis in one of the approved areas of concentration. Currently, four areas of concentration are available: Economic Policy, International Development Studies, International Relations, and Public Policy. Master s theses are supervised by distinguished faculty. Practical guidance is available from current and former government officials with distinguished careers in public service. Every student must satisfy the requirements which include economics, political science, statistics and policy workshops (6 credits). In addition, students must take an independent study course (6 credits) under the guidance of a professor in their chosen area of concentration. Concentration areas and Sample courses Economic Policy Macroeconomics 1,2 Microeconomics 1,2 Introduction to Applied Econometrics International Development Studies Macroeconomics 1,2 Microeconomics 1,2 Introductory Statistics Strategies and Conditions for Development 3

Development Economics Poverty Alleviation International Relations International Relations Japanese Foreign Policy Military Operations, Strategy, and Policy International Political Economy of Money and Finance International Security Studies International Relations of the Asia Pacific International Relations in Europe Development Cooperation Policy Transnational Organized Crime and Security Non-Traditional Security Public Policy Introduction to Quantitative Methods Introductory Statistics Introduction to Applied Econometrics Development Economics International Security Studies International Political Economy of Money and Finance Government and Market Trade and Industrial Development Public Economics Resource and Energy Economics Structure and Process of Government Syllabus: https://gast.grips.ac.jp/syllabus/ 5.Academic Schedule Academic Calendar for 2015-2016 October Oct. 5 Entrance Guidance and Orientation Oct.5-20 Registration for Fall Term & Fall (Session I) Oct. 7 Classes for Fall Term & Fall (Session I) begin Oct. 21-27 Withdrawal for Fall Term & Fall (Session I) November Nov. 25 Dec.11 Registration for Fall (Session II) Dec. 2 Classes for Fall (Session II) begin Dec. 12-15 Withdrawal for Fall (Session II) Dec. 29 - Jan. 3 New Year holidays February 4

Feb.1-17 Registration for Winter Term Feb. 5-6 Field Trip Feb. 8 Classes for Winter Term begin March Mar. 7 Grade release (Fall Term) April Apr. 4-19 Registration for Spring Term & Spring (Session I) Apr. 6 Classes for Spring Term & Spring (Session I) begin Apr. 20-26 Withdrawal for Spring Term & Spring (Session I) May May 9 Grade release (Winter Term) May 25 Jun. 10 Registration for Spring (Session II) June Jun. 1 Classes for Spring (Session II) begin Jun. 11-14 Withdrawal for Spring (Session II) July Jul. 23 Aug. 5 Registration for Summer Term Jul. 30 Classes for Summer Term begin August Aug. 29 Grade release (Spring & Summer Terms) September Sep. 14 Graduation Ceremony 6.Facilities Academic Writing Center Complements formal programs of study with instruction in fundamental areas of academic English expression through Writing workshops Individual consultations by appointment Style guides and templates for independent study, research, and policy papers English and academic skills classes Center for Japanese Language Learning The center supports Japanese language learning of students who wish to acquire Japanese language proficiency for daily living and/or study. The common purpose is to help students achieve greater competence in comprehending and speaking based on need. The center also provides cultural and/or traditional experiences. Students Rooms and Computer 5

Each student will be provided with a study space and laptop computer, accessible 24 hours a day. A computer help desk is open to all students during regular working hours. Library Extensive collection of publications in the field of policy studies from around the world Collection contains over 140,000 volumes, including reference books, statistical collections, working papers, and government documents Large collections of periodicals that includes more than 4,000 journals, many of which are available online The staff is well-trained to respond to research related requests Health Services Center In-house free health clinic Nurse on duty daily, doctor available several days a week Provides medical advice, basic medical examinations Will refer to an appropriate hospital or specialist when necessary Fitness Center Treadmills Training equipments Shower & lockers TV & DVD for exercises Free use by students, faculty, and staff Prayer Space There is a prayer space in the GRIPS student lounge 7.List of faculty members (supervisors) capable of guiding Afghan participants in English Program Director HOSOE, Nobuhiro (Mr.): Computational Economics, Economic Simulation Analysis Associate Professor, Director of Two-year Master s Program of Public Policy (http://www.grips.ac.jp/faculty/hosoe_nobuhiro.html) Deputy Director TANAKA, Makoto(Mr.): Industrial Organization, Regulatory Economics Professor, Deputy Director of Two-year Master's Program of Public Policy (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/tanaka_makoto/) CHEY, Hyoung-kyu (Mr.): International political economy, especially the fields of money and finance, with a regional specialization in East Asia Associate Professor, Deputy Director of Two-year Master s Program of Public Policy (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/chey_hyoung-kyu/) Economic Policy Field KANEMOTO, Yoshitsugu (Mr.): Urban Economics, Public Economics, Transportation Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/kanemoto_yoshitsugu/) HOSOE, Nobuhiro (Mr.): Computational Economics, Economic Simulation Analysis Associate Professor, Director of Two-year Master s Program of Public Policy 6

(http://www.grips.ac.jp/faculty/hosoe_nobuhiro.html) OTA, Hiroko (Ms.): Public Finance Policy (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/ota_hiroko/) FUKUSHIMA, Takashi (Mr.): Public Economics, International Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/fukushima_takashi/) KINOSHITA, Tomohiro (Mr.): Monetary Economics, Monetary Policy, Central Banking (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/kinoshita_tomohiro/) International Development Studies Field SONOBE, Tetsushi (Mr.): Development Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/sonobe_tetsushi/) OTSUKA, Keijiro (Mr.): Development Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/otsuka_keijiro/) ESTUDILLO, Jonna P (Ms.): Development Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/estudillo_jonna/) YAMAUCHI, Chikako (Ms.): Applied Microeconomics with the focus on Development Economics and Labor Economics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/yamauchi_chikako/) MATSUMOTO, Tomoya (Mr.): Development Economics, Applied Econometrics, Household Survey Analysis (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/matsumoto_tomoya/) International Relations Field TSUNEKAWA, Keiichi (Mr.): Comparative Politics, International Political Economy (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/tsunekawa_keiichi/) CHEY, Hyoung-kyu (Mr.): International political economy, especially the fields of money and finance, with a regional specialization in East Asia (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/chey_hyoung-kyu/) Public Policy Field OYAMA, Tatsuo (Mr.): Operations Research (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/oyama_tatsuo/) CHEY, Hyoung-kyu (Mr.): International political economy, especially the fields of money and finance, with a regional specialization in East Asia (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/chey_hyoung-kyu/) YOKOMICHI, Kiyotaka (Mr.): Local Autonomy, Local Administration (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/yokomichi_kiyotaka/) SHIMOMURA, Ikuo (Mr.): Sociology, Public Administration, Administrative Law (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/shimomura_ikuo/) MOROHOSI, Hozumi (Mr.): Operations Research (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/morohosi_hozumi/) TSUCHIYA, Takashi (Mr.): Statistical Mathematics, Mathematical Engineering (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/tsuchiya_takashi/) SHIMAZAKI, Kenji (Mr.): Social Security Law, Health Security Law (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/shimazaki_kenji/) KINOSHITA, Tomohiro (Mr.): Monetary Economics, Monetary Policy, Central Banking (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/kinoshita_tomohiro/) 7

KAMII, Hiroyuki (Mr.): Policies on food, agriculture and rural areas (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/kamii_hiroyuki/) MASUI, Hideki (Mr.): Social Security Policy, Health Care Policy HSU, Minchung (Mr.): Macroeconomics, Health Insurance, Social Insurance, Demographic Changes and Growth, Public Policy, Economic Dynamics (http://www.grips.ac.jp/list/en/facultyinfo/hsu_minchung/) Following course completion, participants from Afghanistan must consult with the Program Director or Deputy Director on finding their academic advisors. 8