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2 Best Business & Management PhD Universities in Japan 2026

This ranks 4 Business & Management PhD / Doctorate options in Japan for 2026. It is for applicants planning research-led study at doctoral level.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

2 universities ยท ranked best first

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Aoyama Gakuin University

Japan ยท Public University

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for PhD Business & Management?โ–พ

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Aoyama Gakuin University, International University of Japan. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a PhD in Business & Management cost abroad?โ–พ

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile โ€” public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Business & Management abroad?โ–พ

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?โ–พ

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination countryโ€™s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support โ€” never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Business & Management at PhD level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Business & Management at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination countryโ€™s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support โ€” with no paid placement.

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A PhD / Doctorate in Business & Management is a research degree for applicants who want to develop original work in the field and prepare for academic, policy, or advanced specialist roles. It suits candidates who already have strong subject preparation and want a programme built around independent research rather than taught coursework.

All 4 universities in this selection are public, so the main decision is between different study locations and programme structures rather than public versus private ownership. The available facts do not identify fees, so you will need to confirm tuition directly with each university before deciding.

Before applying, confirm the admission requirements, research supervision, programme length, tuition, language of instruction, and whether funding or scholarships are available. You should also check whether each doctoral route matches your research interests and whether any entrance process or document set differs by university.