Innovation Science Doctoral Program | Education | Technology and Innovation Management / Department of Innovation Science, School of Environment and Society, Science Tokyo

Establish new theories and practical
academic disciplines for innovation

At the Department of Innovation Science, we aim to develop individuals with practical and pre-eminent knowledge required for and to contribute to innovation who will become knowledge professionals capable of leading the way to advance industry and society. We are also actively engaged in research, education, and social collaborations, and work together with specialists in other areas and with top schools overseas to establish and systemize scientific theories of innovation science.

Objectives

Innovation for society through
the power of science and technology

We foster individuals who produce new theories and expand knowledge of innovation by drawing on their intellect of science and technology. In addition, they will be capable of resolving social issues and contributing to the creation of a prosperous future society.

Ideal Candidates

Doctoral Degree Program

Those who have specialized knowledge of specific fields, and capable of establishing logic built on facts on their own
Those who have rich and extensive knowledge and can understand matters from various viewpoints
Those who have experience of overcoming difficulties on their own to create new values
Those who have the necessary communication skills to be globally successful
Those overflowing with ambition and motivated to lead organizations and society

Competencies Developed

Doctoral Degree Program

Ability to pioneer in the development of new areas through research
Have a broad understanding of science, technology, the economy, and society, and approach these analytically
Knowledge of advanced methodologies for analysis, thinking, design, and strategy formulation
Literacy in innovation and management
Ability to establish a career as an innovation specialist

Potential Career Paths

Research and education positions at universities, public Research institutes, etc.
Management level positions at companies, etc., and entrepreneurs
Government agencies and international organizations, think tanks, and non-profit institutions (NPOs, etc.)

Potential Employers for Graduates

Kyoto University / University of Abertay Dundee / Nomura Research Institute / The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ