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Course Code etc
Academic Year 2026
College GLAP
Course Code OW441
Theme・Subtitle Start-up innovations, competition, and sustainability:
Critical issues in the fast-changing business.
Class Format Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)
Class Format (Supplementary Items)
Campus Lecture
Campus Ikebukuro
Semester Fall semester
DayPeriod・Room Thu.2
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Credits 2
Course Number GLA3401
Language English
Class Registration Method Course Code Registration
Assigned Year 配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。
Prerequisite Regulations
Acceptance of Other Colleges 履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。
Course Cancellation 〇(履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation)
Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit
Relationship with Degree Policy 各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針(DP)や教育課程編成の方針(CP)に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。
https://www.rikkyo.ac.jp/about/disclosure/educational_policy/glap_e.html
Notes

【Course Objectives】

The course explores the complex relationship between innovation, socio-political institutions and cultural values in the complex world of the Japanese business. The lessons are based on a multi-disciplinary approach, merging unique case studies, professional experience, and theoretical background from economics, sociology, business anthropology, and political science. During the course, students will develop sharp critical insights and new skills that are valuable for understanding the real complex business maps, and will experience how to develop their own business based on Design Thinking strategies.

The course offers real-life examples, case studies, open discussions, and independent research. Participants will analyze current global issues, understand the meaning of Japanese business style, and practice developing their own startup business following the case studies presented.

【Course Contents】

The course presents a wide array of creative business models, new work styles and contemporary employment possibilities, with the goal of developing the necessary skills required for designing sustainable societies and a healthy, satisfied life for individuals and societies. Throughout the course, students will investigate complex ethical issues, that are constantly increasing in the global market, explore what's behind multicultural and political conflicts, and will understand the significant role that good business practices play in tackling emerging crises, such as labour inequality, pollution, human rights, and more.

The course offers a practical workshop in designing a startup based on a business model from the initial concept to the final financial plan. Thus, students have a unique opportunity to experience the process of business planning, development of advanced virtual tools, facing shareholders, calculating financial profits and assessing future financial losses.

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【授業計画 / Course Schedule】

1 Introduction: What are we talking about?
Key terms and definitions of "business" and "society" in a fast-changing world.
2 The Japanese economic-political system:
Deciphering the Japanese unique value system and its development over the ages.
3 The Business Model Canvas [BMC]:
Insights and analysis of the business model in the contemporary age.
Division of workshop teams and guidelines for startup formation.
4 The rise of the ethical consumer:
Corporate Social Responsibility [CSR] and the ideology of the ethical economy.
5 Labour exploitation, sustainability, and human rights:
The Rana Plaza [case study] and the complex political map of production.
6 Why people buy?
The challenges of Japan entry: Google Glass and Google Wallet in Japan.
Key theories in behavioral economics and cultural psychology [applied globally and in the Japanese market].
7 Understanding consumer behavior and decision-making journey:
A practical workshop in market research and development of persona characters.
Guest Speaker - market research in Japan, understanding consumer behavior.
8 Students' first presentations:
Startups concepts and goals.
9 Cultural models, globalization, and business values in Japan:
Hofstede Dimensions, PESTLE, Trompenaars' Model.
10 The network of shareholders:
The invisible critics, YouTubers, e-commerce, and the impact of the Influencers' economy.
11 The shifting supply-chains:
Global changes, political conflicts, and multicultural relations in the global economy.
12 Future directions of Business and Society:
Legal, financial, and political issues in the global marketplaces.
13 Students' presentations of final projects (I):
Startup groups and the BMC.
14 Students' presentations of final projects (II):
Startup groups and the BMC.

【活用される授業方法 / Teaching Methods Used】

板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド(パワーポイント等)の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above

補足事項 (Supplementary Items)
Business workshop/lab for developing independent businesses and preparing for job hunting.

【授業時間外(予習・復習等)の学修 / Study Required Outside of Class】

Students are required to come ready after having read their weekly assignments and preparing for class.
The assignments will be posted on the university's page on Canvas at the beginning of the course.

【成績評価方法・基準 / Evaluation】

種類 (Kind)割合 (%)基準 (Criteria)
平常点 (In-class Points)100 Weekly class work and assignments(25%)
Active class participation (30%)
Midterm startup presentation (20%)
Final Report(25%)
備考 (Notes)

【テキスト / Textbooks】

その他 (Others)
The book listed below is a recommendation and NOT a requirement. Copies of key themes will be available in the library, however, it is a recommended book for students of business.

【参考文献 / Readings】

No著者名 (Author/Editor)書籍名 (Title)出版社 (Publisher)出版年 (Date)ISBN/ISSN
1 Lawrence, T & J. Weber Business and Society: Stakeholders, Ethics, Public Policy McGraw-Hill International Edition
その他 (Others)
PAY ATTENTION! a copy of the book will be available in the library but only for internal use. It will be reserved for the course students.

【履修にあたって求められる能力 / Abilities Required to Take the Course】

The course is based on active participation of students conducted in the English language.

【学生が準備すべき機器等 / Equipment, etc., that Students Should Prepare】

【その他 / Others】

During the course, students will learn how to prepare a professional portfolio, use Design Thinking strategies, and develop a professional business model of a startup business.

【注意事項 / Notice】