Waseda University Summer School中文官网

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Carbon Neutrality

Business and Marketing

—  Introduction —

Waseda University, located in Tokyo, Japan, is a prestigious private research university ranked 39th in Asia in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. As a designated member of Japan's Top Global University Project (government-supported internationalization initiative), Waseda University
maintains a comprehensive academic structure spanning foundational sciences to cutting-edge applications, with notable achievements in political science, economics, law, and humanities. Its distinguished faculty combines profound scholarly expertise with pedagogical excellence, providing students with mentorship that bridges theoretical knowledge and practical implementation

During the summer of 2025,Waseda University Summer School will be open to Chinese students in grades 9-12, offering two courses: Carbon Neutrality and Business & Marketing. Students willstep onto the Waseda University campus and immerse themselves in academic exploration.Through diverse forms such as advanced coursework and academic seminars, they will gain deep insights into the current development trends of the related fields,learn how to apply professional knowledge and innovative thinking for cross-disciplinary applications, and explore future directions of development.

— Why US —

On-site Exploration at the Prestigious University

Waseda University Summer School offers two popular courses: Carbon Neutrality and Business & Marketing. Students will study on the Waseda campus, where they will follow professional instructors to study academic courses and analyze industry cases, deeply explore cutting-edge development trends of the related industry, learn how to flexibly apply their knowledge to practical applications and enterprise innovation, and enhance their academic competitiveness.

Experienced Teaching Faculty

The courses will be lectured by professional instructors from Waseda University, adopting a teaching mode that deeply integrates theory with practice. Throughout the teaching process, a problem-oriented approach is employed, with industry experts providing meticulous guidance to lead students in exploring professional knowledge and comprehensively enhancing their abilities to apply knowledge and innovative thinking.

Certificates and Recommendation Letter

Students who complete all program contents and the final presentation will receive an official certificate. The best team and outstanding students in the final presentation will receive the recommendation letters (typically awarded to 30% of participants).

Corporate Visit

Students will have the opportunity to visit leading enterprises in relevant academic fields. They can gain insights into their development and core competitiveness. Furthermore, they will have face-to-face interactions with industry experts to obtain the latest industry trends, broaden their professional horizons, and enhance their professional perspectives. Additionally, students will take an in-depth tour of Tokyo's landmark buildings, immersing themselves in the city's unique charm and cultural heritage.

— Course Overview —

 
Carbon Neutrality
Business & Marketing

The course will focus on frontier issues such as global climate challenges, environmental technologies, and renewable energy, guiding students in analyzing energy and environmental issues through environmental, economic, and social lenses while enhancing problem-solving skills through case studies, and empowering them to translate environmental science theories into business applications, strengthening their competitiveness within global sustainability.

Key Learning Outcomes:
  • Implement carbon neutrality, decarbonization, and circular economy concepts from coursework into the practical business solutions
  • Propose innovative business models aligned with sustainability goals through emerging environmental and energy sector opportunities
  • Cultivate communication and collaboration skills through teamwork to achieve business project objectives
  • Improve presentation and public speaking skills
Suitable for: Students passionate aboutEnvironmental Sciences, Engineering, and Sustainable Development of Environmental Protection Technology Language: Japanese (with Chinese translation) Final Presentation: Present in English

Sample Schedule

* The specific schedule may be adjusted according to the actual situation.
Date Morning Afternoon Evening
Day1 Arrival
Day2
  • Opening Ceremony
  • Academic Course 1 Analyze Digital Mechanisms in Global Environmental Challenges
  • Campus Tour Dialogues with senior students about global academic pathways
  • Complete assigned coursework
  • Develop course outcomes for the final presentation
Day3
  • Academic Course 2 Optimize Waste Collection Systems for Aging Communities with Shrinking Populations
  • •Corporate Visit Tokyo Suisomiru/Green Date Center: Fujitsu/Tokyo Hydrogen Museum
Day4
  • Academic Course 3 Assess Energy Consumption Impacts of Plastic Recycling Practices
  • Academic Course 4 Explore Innovative Solutions for Decarbonization, Circular Economy, and Society 5.0 Trends
Day5
  • Final Presentation
  • Closing Ceremony
  • Traditional Japanese Culture Experience Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
  • Rest
Day6
  • City Tour Tour famous Landmarks in Tokyo: e.g., Tokyo National Museum/Ginza/Tokyo Tower/MIRAIKAN (The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation)
Day7 Departure
Explore the Tokyo Suisomiru (Tokyo Hydrogen Museum)
Visit Green Date Center: Fujitsu
Visit JEMAI (Japan Environmental Management Association for Industry)
Tour the Tokyo Tower

* The above are previous sample visits (for reference only). The specific arrangements are subject to the Waseda University Summer School.

The course will focus on business strategy and digital marketing concepts, equipping students with practical knowledge in business operations, marketing, and finance. Through case studies, students will learn to leverage technology for product innovation, process optimization, and business model development, and cultivate team collaboration, project management,critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities while establishing foundations for business education and practice.
Key Learning Outcomes:
  • Apply theoretical knowledge from lectures to real-world scenarios
  • Identify business opportunities and develop viable business models
  • Conduct market research and feasibility studies
  • Build communication and organizational skills
  • Strengthen leadership and team collaboration capabilities
  • Improve presentation and public speaking skills
Suitable for: Students passionate aboutBusiness Innovation, Finance, and Marketing Language: Japanese (with Chinese translation) Final Presentation: Present in English

Sample Schedule

* The specific schedule may be adjusted according to the actual situation.
Date Morning Afternoon Evening
Day1 Arrival
Day2
  • Opening Ceremony
  • Academic Course 1 Case Study Analysis of Centennial Enterprises in Japan
  • Campus Tour Dialogues with senior students about global academic pathways
  • Complete assigned coursework
  • Develop course outcomes for the final presentation
Day3
  • Academic Course 2 The Economics of AI and Digital Technology
  • •Corporate Visit Tokyo Stock Exchange/Glico Factory Tour (Saitama)/KITA BOSHI Pencil Co., Ltd.
Day4
  • Academic Course 3 Economic Growth in Emerging Industries
  • Academic Course 4 Collaborative Innovation in Emerging Technologies: Industry, Academia, and Research
Day5
  • Final Presentation
  • Closing Ceremony
  • Traditional Japanese Culture Experience Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
  • Rest
Day6
  • City Tour Tour famous Landmarks in Tokyo: e.g., Tokyo National Museum/Ginza/Tokyo Tower/MIRAIKAN (The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation)
Day7 Departure
Visit the Tokyo Stock Exchange
Explore diversified food brand: Glico
Tour the Tokyo National Museum
Signsee in the Odaiba Seaside Park

* The above are previous sample visits (for reference only). The specific arrangements are subject to the Waseda University Summer School.

【Date】

Carbon Neutrality: Jul.27 - Aug.2, 2025
Business & Marketing: Aug.3 - Aug.9, 2025

【Location】

Tokyo, Japan

【Language】

Japanese (with Chinese translation)

【Grade】

9-12 (At least 14 years old)

【Program Fee】

Include：Tuition, learning materials, accommodation (hotel twin room at Tokyo Downtown), professional translator, extracurricular activities and visits fees; official certificate, ASEEDER group leader service fee (assembly and unitedly departure from Beijing/Shanghai/Shenzhen/Hong Kong with the group leader), transportation fee(included itineraries during the program), international insurance.
Exclude：

  • International transportation costs to and from Tokyo (departure and arrival from Beijing/Shanghai/Shenzhen/Hong Kong, you can use a third-party service or ASEEDER's unified service; please confirm with the ASEEDER teacher before purchasing tickets)
  • Visa and visa service fee (optional): 600 RMB (ASEEDER's VIP visa service promises that if the visa is refused for reasons other than the client's own, the visa service fee will be fully refunded or the client will have the right to a second visa application free of the service fee, and the program fee will also be fully refunded).
  • Meals (Meal expenses average 1, 000-3, 000JPY (approx. 50-150 RMB /meal); with Japan's diverse food, we encourage students to explore local specialties together, immersing themselves in Japanese customs and traditions.)

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