For international partners, Japan can be your next strategic education hub.
KEI Advanced Higher Education Management Research & Development(KEI HEMRD)supports overseas universities and education providers to plan and implement educational expansion in Japan—whether you are exploring a campus presence, launching a foundation/pathway program, or developing partnership-based delivery.
Research-led advisory and practical execution support—based in Japan, focused on higher education.
What we help you build in Japan
We help international institutions move from initial interest to an execution-ready plan—balancing academic integrity, operational feasibility, and long-term sustainability in Japan.
1) Campus or Local Presence (Branch Campus / Learning Hub)
For institutions exploring a physical or hybrid presence in Japan:
• Market and demand assessment (target student segments, competitive landscape, location scenarios)
• Delivery model design (campus, hub-and-spoke, hybrid, partner-delivered)
• Governance, operating model, and implementation roadmap
• Stakeholder engagement design (local partners, municipalities, industry, education ecosystem)
2) Foundation / Pathway Programs (Pre-University / Bridging)
For institutions building a Japan-based pipeline into undergraduate or postgraduate programs:
• Program concept, positioning, and recruitment strategy for the Japan market
• Academic model design (learning outcomes, progression rules, student support)
• Curriculum planning for academic readiness and language support (as required)
• Partnering options for local delivery and operational management
3) Partnership and Transnational Education (TNE) Models
For institutions that prefer partnership-based delivery before committing to a full campus:
• Partner model selection (articulation, joint delivery, credit transfer, dual/validated routes)
• Partner search, shortlisting, and due diligence support
• Secretariat-style coordination for multi-stakeholder projects
• Quality assurance checkpoints and operational governance design
How we support you (Service Modules)
Engagements are modular. Select a focused package or combine modules for end-to-end support.
Strategy and Feasibility
• Entry strategy and scenario planning aligned to your institutional priorities
• Feasibility assessment (academic model, resourcing, operating assumptions)
• Risk identification and decision support for leadership teams
Program and Operating Design
• Program design for Japan delivery (including English-medium options where relevant)
• Student journey design: admissions, onboarding, progression, and support
• Resourcing plan: faculty, staff roles, partners, and service providers
Partner Development and Ecosystem Building
• Partner identification and engagement planning
• Coordination across universities, municipalities, and industry stakeholders
• Secretariat function to keep milestones, communication, and approvals on track
Recruitment and Communications
• Target segmentation and messaging tailored to the Japan context
• Channel strategy and funnel design
• Admissions approach and performance review to improve conversion
Implementation Roadmap Support
• Workstream design, timeline, and milestone management
• Governance and decision cadence (who approves what, when)
• Handover and launch readiness support
Why KEI HEMRD
KEI Advanced Higher Education Management Research & Development(KEI HEMRD ) (KEI大学経営総研) was established in April 2025 as a specialized institute of KEI Advanced,Inc.
We combine research capabilities with practical advisory and project coordination. Our work spans higher-education management themes such as university internationalization, overseas partner selection, and international student recruitment support, alongside broader university management and institutional development topics.
• Research-informed approach, grounded in ongoing higher-education trend analysis
• Japan-based advisory and coordination for stakeholders and partners
• Ability to act as a secretariat function to support multi-organization collaborations
• Insights dissemination through KEIHER Online and regular sector surveys
How to start
A typical first step is a confidential, exploratory discussion to clarify goals, constraints, and a realistic pathway to launch in Japan.
1.Initial consultation: confirm your objectives, target learners, and timeline.
2.Diagnostic and scoping: identify the best model (campus, foundation/pathway, partnership).
3.Proposal and workplan: confirm deliverables, milestones, and governance.
4.Execution support: coordination, design, and implementation roadmap management.
FAQ (Suggested)
- Q. We are not ready for a full campus. Can we start smaller?
A. Yes. Many institutions start with a foundation/pathway program or a partnership-based delivery model, then expand as demand and capability mature. - Q. Can you support foundation/pathway programs specifically?
A. Yes. We support concept design, curriculum blueprinting, progression rules, recruitment strategy, and delivery/partnering options for Japan. - Q. Do you support partner identification in Japan?
A. Yes. We can support partner discovery, shortlisting, and engagement planning aligned with your institutional criteria. - Q. How should we begin if we are still at the exploration stage?
A. Start with an exploratory consultation and a short diagnostic phase to define the most feasible entry model and next steps.
Contact
Inquiry form: https://keiher.com/inquiries/
Email : soken@keiadvanced.jp
Phone (Japan): Tokyo +81-3-5276-2732