MUNETA Yoshinori

College of International Management

Program

Field Study

Key Information

Program Location/Partner University	Kumamoto
Year of Participation	September, 2024
Program Length	Approx. 1 week

Program: (ST) Earthquake Recovery in Minami Aso, and Creation of a Sustainable Society
Instructor: UEHARA Yuko

Reason Why You Decided to Apply

I applied for Professor Uehara's Field Study because I believe it will be a valuable opportunity to learn about the challenges faced in making real-world management decisions based on theories and concepts learned in university courses and seminars. Specifically, I am eager to contribute effective proposals to companies working on the recovery efforts following the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake. Moreover, I am excited about the chance to engage in practical learning while building strong bonds with my peers through shared experiences and visits to various facilities.

What do you hope to gain from participating in the program and how will you apply it to your future undergraduate studies or career?

During the program, I had the opportunity to accurately understand the ideal image of an accommodation facility that the management sought and to propose new management strategies from a fresh perspective. This experience cultivated my ability to ask questions such as "What kind of vision does the management want to realize?" and "How does the current situation compare to the vision?" Additionally, I was able to challenge myself to make consistent and well-founded proposals based on the most important image I held. Fortunately, I received a job offer from the facility I participated in the Field Study. I am eager to continue contributing actively to the company after joining.

Message for Students Interested in The Program

The Field Study offers a unique opportunity to interact with students from various academic backgrounds and years. Through close collaboration with your peers during the program, you can gain valuable insights not only from academic learning but also from the experiences and perspectives shared by your seniors and juniors. This is a chance to experience practical learning that cannot be obtained through ordinary classroom lectures. I encourage you to take advantage of this program to delve deeper into social issues and management, and to create a fulfilling and enriching learning experience.