Getting Started: Building Your Career in Japan with the GLOBIS MBA
Details:
Join our monthly 45-minute introductory MBA information session, held on the first Wednesday of each month.
Interested in building your career in Japan or exploring an MBA that can support your international goals?
Join GLOBIS USA for our monthly introductory information session, designed to help prospective students understand today’s Japanese job market and how the GLOBIS MBA can support their career journey.
This session provides a high-level overview of:
- The GLOBIS MBA programs
- Current employment trends in Japan
- What Japanese employers are looking for
- Career support available through GLOBIS
- Practical first steps for planning a career in Japan
This session is intended as an introduction for those who are beginning to explore studying or working in Japan. For those looking for more detailed advice on topics like recruiting strategies, Japanese language expectations, resumes, or networking, we regularly offer one-on-one consultations.
Whether you’re simply curious or already considering applying, this session will help you better understand the opportunities available and where to begin.
Why Attend?
Japan’s workforce and business environment are evolving rapidly. As companies respond to demographic shifts, globalization, and talent shortages, new opportunities are emerging for internationally minded professionals.
In this introductory session, we’ll discuss:
- The recent trends shaping the Japanese job market
- What skills employers increasingly value
- Common career paths for international professionals
- How GLOBIS helps students prepare through career support, networking, and its global alumni community
If you’re looking for a starting point before diving into more detailed career planning, this session is for you.
Who Should Join?
- Professionals considering an MBA in Japan
- Individuals interested in working in Japan
- Prospective Full-time, Part-time & Online, or Pre-MBA students
- Candidates exploring international career opportunities
- Professionals looking to better understand the Japanese job market before taking the next step
Whether you’re actively preparing to apply or just beginning your research, this introductory session will provide a clear foundation for understanding careers in Japan and how GLOBIS can support your journey.
Overview
| Date: | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 |
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| Time: | 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM (Pacific Daylight Time) |
| Where: | Online |
| Registration Fee: | Free of charge |
| Language: | English |
Agenda
| 4:45 PM (PDT) | Zoom Room Opens |
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| 5:00 PM (PDT) | Welcome and overview of the GLOBIS MBA programs |
| 5:10 PM (PDT) | Building a Career in Japan: Opportunities & Market Trends |
| 5:25 PM (PDT) | How GLOBIS Supports Your Career Journey |
| 5:35 PM (PDT) | Q&A and Survey |
| 5:45 PM (PDT) | Closing remarks |
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 chosen MBA Program.
