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Located in the heart of the fascinating city of Tokyo, The National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) is an international premier policy school with the aim of contributing to the betterment of democratic governance around the world. We excel at providing interdisciplinary education for future leaders in the public sector and conduct research on contemporary policy issues to generate innovative solutions.
Founded in 1997 as a stand-alone graduate institute, GRIPS is comprised of world-class academics and distinguished practitioners with expertise in public sector policy formulation and management. Around 20% of the faculty and 60% of students are recruited from outside Japan. Our vibrant, diverse student body consists of almost 400 members hailing from over 50 countries and regions – all with the ambition to advance good governance across the globe or contribute to policy related research.
We offer a diverse array of Master’s and Doctoral Programs, from which students cultivate the ability to analyze issues and suggest solutions, develop interdisciplinary knowledge and skills that span related fields, and gain practical expertise. In addition to our degree programs, we also offer executive level short term training programs across a wide range of themes.
Since our inception, our achievements in promoting good governance are considerable and far-reaching. Today, our impressive Alumni network of over 6,000 strong are actively shaping policy in more than 120 countries around the world.
Goals
Training of Policy Professionals and Researchers
The central goal of GRIPS is to cultivate future leaders with the ability to identify challenges in public policy and to offer diverse and innovative solutions. GRIPS works toward this goal by providing an opportunity for students to gain expert knowledge of and a creative perspective on policy planning.
Promotion of Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
Going beyond the students’ specific fields, GRIPS fosters their ability to develop wide-ranging solutions to policy-related challenges and to take an interdisciplinary approach to the resolution of real issues.
Serving as an International Center for Policy Research
In order to offer world-class programs, GRIPS maintains innovativeness in both its research and its education systems, in an environment that meets international standards.
In addition to its leadership in establishing world-class policy studies and academic disciplines, GRIPS also maintains a platform for the provision of well-timed recommendations regarding current policy issues.
About the GRIPS Logo
The GRIPS logo design consists of three arcs, formed by six curved lines following a Japanese katana (sword) motif. The logo uses purple because of that color’s association with intelligence and dignity.
About GRIPS
President’s Desk
History
Administration and Organization
GRIPS ALLIANCE
Facts & Figures
Faculty Directory
GRIPS in the Media
Awards and Honors
Major Partner Universities and Institutions
Government-Academia-Private Sector Collaborative Projects
Presenters
Brochures
Roppongi Campus
Donation for GRIPS
Whistleblowing Contact
Access and Maps
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7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8677
TEL : +81-(0)3-6439-6000
FAX : +81-(0)3-6439-6010
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Lightweight version
Language
Japanese
Site Map
Access
Library
for Student
for Alumni
Intranet
Job Openings
About GRIPS
About GRIPS
About GRIPS
President’s Desk
History
Administration and Organization
GRIPS ALLIANCE
Facts & Figures
Faculty Directory
GRIPS in the Media
Awards and Honors
Major Partner Universities and Institutions
Government-Academia-Private Sector Collaborative Projects
Presenters
Brochures
Roppongi Campus
GRIPS Fund
Access and Maps
(Japanese) 評価
(Japanese) 施設貸出
Contact Us
News & Events
News & Events
News & Announcements
Events & Symposiums
GRIPS FORUM
Seminars
Admissions / Scholarships
Admissions / Scholarships
Admissions
(Japanese) 募集要項
How to Apply
Scholarships / Tuition and Fees
Application Deadlines
Application FAQs
Pre-Arrival FAQs
GRIPS Bulletin (Academic Information)
GRIPS Bulletin (Student Life Guide)
Education
Education
Degree Programs
Information for International Students
Admissions Policy, Curriculum Policy, and Degree-Granting Policy
Master’s Programs (Programs offered in English)
Master’s Programs (Programs offered in Japanese)
Docotral Programs
Doctoral Dissertation, Summary, Defense Results, etc.
Non-degree Certificate/Diploma System
GRIPS Bulletin (Academic Information)
GRIPS Bulletin (Student Life Guide)
Academic Information
Academic Resources & Facilities
IT Support
Center for Data Science
Center for Professional Communication
Health & Fitness
Executive Training
Executive Training
Executive Training
Tailor-Made Short-Term Training
Research
Research
Research
Seminars and Research Groups
Faculty Directory
Research Fellows
Policy Research Center
The Science for RE-designing Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Center (SciREX Center)
Center for Data Science
Projects
Institutional Repository
Towards the Prevention of Unlawful Acts
Library
Alumni
Alumni
About Our Alumni
Stay Connected
Alumnus of the Month (ALMO)
GRIPS SDGs Award
Get Involved
Request for certificates
(Japanese) GRIPS国内同窓会報
FAQs
GRIPS Alumni Homecoming
Site Map
Access
Library
for Student
for Alumni
Intranet
Job Openings
Home
>
About GRIPS
About GRIPS
About GRIPS
About GRIPS
Located in the heart of the fascinating city of Tokyo, The National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) is an international premier policy school with the aim of contributing to the betterment of democratic governance around the world. We excel at providing interdisciplinary education for future leaders in the public sector and conduct research on contemporary policy issues to generate innovative solutions.
Founded in 1997 as a stand-alone graduate institute, GRIPS is comprised of world-class academics and distinguished practitioners with expertise in public sector policy formulation and management. Around 20% of the faculty and 60% of students are recruited from outside Japan. Our vibrant, diverse student body consists of almost 400 members hailing from over 50 countries and regions – all with the ambition to advance good governance across the globe or contribute to policy related research.
We offer a diverse array of Master’s and Doctoral Programs, from which students cultivate the ability to analyze issues and suggest solutions, develop interdisciplinary knowledge and skills that span related fields, and gain practical expertise. In addition to our degree programs, we also offer executive level short term training programs across a wide range of themes.
Since our inception, our achievements in promoting good governance are considerable and far-reaching. Today, our impressive Alumni network of over 6,000 strong are actively shaping policy in more than 120 countries around the world.
Goals
Training of Policy Professionals and Researchers
The central goal of GRIPS is to cultivate future leaders with the ability to identify challenges in public policy and to offer diverse and innovative solutions. GRIPS works toward this goal by providing an opportunity for students to gain expert knowledge of and a creative perspective on policy planning.
Promotion of Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
Going beyond the students’ specific fields, GRIPS fosters their ability to develop wide-ranging solutions to policy-related challenges and to take an interdisciplinary approach to the resolution of real issues.
Serving as an International Center for Policy Research
In order to offer world-class programs, GRIPS maintains innovativeness in both its research and its education systems, in an environment that meets international standards.
In addition to its leadership in establishing world-class policy studies and academic disciplines, GRIPS also maintains a platform for the provision of well-timed recommendations regarding current policy issues.
About the GRIPS Logo
The GRIPS logo design consists of three arcs, formed by six curved lines following a Japanese katana (sword) motif. The logo uses purple because of that color’s association with intelligence and dignity.
About GRIPS
President’s Desk
History
Administration and Organization
GRIPS ALLIANCE
Facts & Figures
Faculty Directory
GRIPS in the Media
Awards and Honors
Major Partner Universities and Institutions
Government-Academia-Private Sector Collaborative Projects
Presenters
Brochures
Roppongi Campus
Donation for GRIPS
Whistleblowing Contact
Access and Maps
(Japanese) 評価
(Japanese) 施設貸出
Contact Us
7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8677
TEL : +81-(0)3-6439-6000
FAX : +81-(0)3-6439-6010
PAGE TOP
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Contact
Website Policy
Privacy Policy
Information Security Policy
Social Media Operational Policy
Copyright © National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies