Message from the Dean

Cultivating “Socially Responsible Professionals” Equipped with Knowledge and Sound Judgment to Contribute to a Rapidly Changing World

Takashi Saito
Dean and Professor, Faculty of Economics

The world in which we live is being swept by waves of rapid change, to the extent that what was considered common sense just a few years ago no longer applies today. While technological innovation has made our lives more convenient and prosperous, it has also increased feelings of uncertainty and anxiety about the future, leaving some people behind. Advanced technology is replacing human capabilities—not only certain jobs, but even the most fundamental ability: the power of thought. At the same time, there is a growing tendency in some quarters to turn away from major challenges such as climate change, environmental issues, inequality, and poverty, and instead focus solely on immediate pleasures of daily life.

Amid such circumstances, not only international organizations but also corporations have in recent years strengthened their commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and an increasing number of stakeholders highly value such efforts. As students at a university—the highest seat of learning—you are expected to develop the ability to thrive independently and, as “Socially Responsible Professionals,” a goal explicitly stated in our faculty’s mission and educational objectives, to contribute meaningfully to society. To achieve this, it is essential not only to acquire specialized knowledge in economics and business administration, but also to cultivate an understanding of diversity, a spirit of challenge, and a strong sense of balance.

The three departments within this faculty—the Department of Economics, the Department of Business Administration, and the Department of International Business—have designed a curriculum to cultivate such individuals. Our curriculum ensures that students master the fundamentals of economics and business administration while simultaneously developing communication skills and the ability to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Our lectures and seminars are led by a diverse group of faculty members, including scholars who lead academic research both domestically and internationally, as well as practitioners who engage directly in solving real-world problems. All are committed to supporting your learning with dedication.

　　

Join us at this university, learn to discern the essence of complex phenomena, acquire the ability to collaborate with others to solve problems, and spread your wings to the wider world to create a brighter future.