Application Guidelines
The 70th International Student Conference
(Both JRP and IRP)
Application Period: Due April 14th, 2024 (11:59 pm JST*)
Application Procedure: We kindly ask you to review the requirements carefully to ensure a smooth application process. Please select and complete the appropriate Google Form corresponding to your category.
Submit it with your application document and a digital copy of your student ID.
Screening Process: Written Application and Interview
*JST (Japan Standard Time) is GMT+9
*Japanese residents, including foreign nationals studying at Japanese Universities (JRP)
*International Students traveling to Japan and will need visa assistance (IRP)
1. Annual Theme of ISC70
"Better Business, Better World"
2. Table Topics
The list below includes the major Table table topics that ISC70 will be centered on. For more details, please visit here
Table 1
"Sustainability"
Moving Business Toward Greener Horizons
Table 2
"Well-Being at Work"
Striking a Balance in the Modern Workplace
Table 3
"Navigating the Turbulence of Capitalism"
Striving for Success in a Dynamic Business Landscape
Table 4
"The AI Dilemma"
Opportunities, Risks, and Responsible Deployment in Business
Table 5
"Empowering Education"
Answering the Call for Businesses’ Contribution and Influence
Table 6
“Diversity Dynamics”
Evolving Workplace Inclusivity
3. Eligibility requirements
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You must be dedicated to this conference, motivated, and responsible during all activities.
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You must be enrolled in a college, university, or graduate school in Japan, and be above 18 years old as of June 1st, 2024.
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You must be able to travel from your current residence to the Olympic Center in Tokyo (Yoyogi) and participate in the entire program.
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Having a proficient level of English is preferred, especially to be able to join academic discussions during the conference.
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Applicants should be available during the period within which the conference will be held (mid to late August).
Applicant should have the financial means to travel to and from Olympic Center in Tokyo (Yoyogi) during the conference.
4. Application period
Due 14th April, 2024 (11:59 pm JST)
5. Application Procedures
Please read the application requirements carefully and fill in the required Google Form provided below. Submit it along with a digital copy of your student ID.
You can access the application form below:
6. Selection Process
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First Screening: Review of Written Applications
2. Second Screening: Interview Phase
**Applicants who pass the First Screening will have to undergo an Interview via Video Conferencing with the respective Table heads of their most preferred Table Topic.
7. Participation fee
JRP: 60,000 JPY
IRP: 50,000 JPY
This participation fee covers participants' accommodation, meals, and transportation during the Main Conference. It does not cover transportation costs from your current residence to the Main Conference Location or any other costs that may arise.
***The participant will bear the cost of all other fees.
8. Schedule (tentative)
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~ April 26th: Result announcement on the 1st Screening will be sent via email
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End of May : Result announcement on the 2nd Screening will be sent via email
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Early June: Advance Conference (hybrid; offline for those in Japan)
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June - August: Study & Cultural Exchange Sessions (online)
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August 14 ~ 19th Main Conference (offline)
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August 20th: Final Forum (offline)