Mumbai Gets a Globis Chapter
Japan’s leading business school, GLOBIS University Japan, is gearing up to open its first Indian hub in the heart of Mumbai the prestigious Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) by 2026.
This move will mark the institution’s seventh global location and the first one in India.
What the Hub Will Offer
The Mumbai hub is being positioned as a gateway to GLOBIS’ full suite of global programmes. Among the offerings:
- A pre-MBA programme to introduce business fundamentals.
- A nano-MBA, a credential stackable short-course format.
- Part-time management courses aimed at working professionals.
- A bridge to the full-time English MBA in Tokyo, for those willing to study abroad.
Why India and Why Now
Several factors make this expansion both strategic and timely:
- India is among the few major economies still actively embracing international education and talent mobility GLOBIS sees this as an opportunity.
- With a growing Indian presence already (the English MBA at GLOBIS counts ~60 Indian alumni) the market shows promise for scale.
- GLOBIS’ core philosophy of “people, capital and knowledge” aligns with India’s emerging entrepreneurial and innovation-driven economy.
Local Structure & Reinvestment
GLOBIS has indicated that the Indian hub will be registered locally (in India) as a company, following its model in other global hubs. Importantly: profits generated will be reinvested in the Indian market rather than repatriated.
This signals a long-term commitment rather than a mere satellite campus.
What GLOBIS Brings to the Table
- GLOBIS is Japan’s largest business school, offering full-time, part-time and online English MBA programmes.
- Its educational framework emphasises “Technovate” (technology + innovation) and “Kokorozashi” (sense of mission) concepts the university says will be introduced in India as part of its curriculum.
- The university’s ecosystem also includes venture-capital activities, executive training, and EdTech platforms meaning the Mumbai hub may serve more than just traditional classroom education.
Implications for Indian Professionals & Students
- For Indian professionals aiming for global exposure, the Mumbai hub offers access to GLOBIS’ global brand without necessarily relocating to Japan.
- The presence in BKC, a major commercial hub of Mumbai, suggests ease of access for working professionals.
- The hub may accelerate opportunities for internships or placement ties between India and Japan via the GLOBIS network (though specific India-Japan mobility details are yet to be announced).
- For early-career students, the pre-MBA and nano-MBA formats will provide flexible stepping stones to the full programme.
What to Keep an Eye On
- The exact programme start dates, fees, accreditation in India and mobility options between the Mumbai hub and Tokyo campus.
- Details on scholarship or financial-aid opportunities for Indian students.
- Placement support for Indian graduates especially in Japan or in multinational firms with Japan links.
- The specific location within BKC, setup timelines, and whether the hub offers full-time residential options or works mainly as a satellite/executive centre.
- How GLOBIS differentiates this hub from its other global hubs (Singapore, Bangkok, etc.) in terms of curriculum tailored to the Indian/Asia-Pacific context.
Conclusion
GLOBIS University’s decision to launch a permanent hub in Mumbai’s BKC in 2026 signals a strong bet on India’s role in global business education. With its brand rooted in Japan and international expansion already underway, the Indian hub could become a strategic node linking India, Japan and beyond in the domains of innovation-driven leadership and management education.
Also read: Driving the Future: What Japan Mobility Show 2025 Means for India’s Mobility Revolution
Originally written by: Hemali Chhapia
Link to the article: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/japans-globis-university-plans-india-expansion-with-new-hub-at-bkc-mumbai-in-2026/articleshow/125039315.cms
