Open Office Hours: MBA Admissions
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Overview
Looking for an easy way to learn about the GLOBIS MBA? Our Open Office Hours give you a casual chance to connect directly with the Admissions Team.
No presentations, no slides—just a live, drop-in Q&A. Join anytime during the session, ask your questions, and leave whenever you’re ready.
Whether you’re considering an MBA in Japan, curious about scholarships, or simply exploring career opportunities, this is the perfect space to get answers.
What You’ll Learn
Admissions Process – How to apply for the MBA or Pre-MBA program.
Financial Aid – Overview of scholarships, loans, and GI Bill benefits.
Student Experience – What it’s like to study at GLOBIS and live in Tokyo.
Career Pathways – How the MBA connects international students with opportunities in Japan.
Special Highlights
Only a quick registration via Google Form to join in!
Opportunity to ask questions directly to Admissions Advisors.
Occasionally joined by current students or alumni to share real experiences.
Schedule
◉ Oct 10 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT / 11 AM–12 PM CDT (Mexico City) / 1–2 PM BRT (Brasília Time)
◉ Oct 17 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT / 11 AM–12 PM CDT / 1–2 PM BRT
◉ Oct 24 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT / 11 AM–12 PM CDT / 1–2 PM BRT
◉ Oct 31 – No session
◉ Nov 7 (Fri) 9–10 AM PST / 11 AM–12 PM CST / 2–3 PM BRT
◉ Nov 14 (Fri) 9–10 AM PST / 11 AM–12 PM CST / 2–3 PM BRT
Note on Time Zones
– US West Coast switches from PDT to PST on Nov 2
– Mexico City switches from CDT to CST on Oct 26
– Brazil does not observe daylight savings, so the time shifts from 1–2 PM to 2–3 PM starting Nov 7
Some tips for the event:
Join on time as the event will be live (we recommend joining at least 5 minutes early).
Please try to have earphones, a microphone, and/or a webcam ready for a more interactive experience.
Have a good time and don’t be shy to participate by asking questions.
Overview
| Date: | Friday, November 14, 2025 |
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| Where: | Online |
| Registration Fee: | Free of charge |
| Language: | English |
Agenda
| Oct 10 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT | Open Q&A |
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| Oct 17 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT | Open Q&A |
| Oct 24 (Fri) 9–10 AM PDT | Open Q&A |
| Nov 7 (Fri) 9–10 AM PST | Open Q&A |
| Nov 14 (Fri) 9–10 AM PST | Open Q&A |
Kory Kato Parobek (Speaker)
Kory Kato Parobek currently serves as Lead Admissions Advisor and Business Development Manager at GLOBIS USA, Inc.
Having lived in Japan for over a decade as well as in the United States, Mr. Parobek brings a bicultural perspective to his work in global education and business development. After graduating from university, he began his career at Prudential, where he gained experience in financial services, before transitioning to a venture capital firm to support early-stage businesses.
At GLOBIS USA, Mr. Parobek leads admissions advising for prospective MBA students while also developing partnerships and initiatives that connect the Americas to GLOBIS’s global ecosystem. Drawing from his professional background and cross-cultural experience, he advises candidates on their academic and career goals while promoting the unique value of Japan’s No.1 MBA.
