Objectives
As expert knowledge and strong command of the English language are all essential to succeed in the world of international business, students will require both expert knowledge and the ability to conduct their business entirely in English. With this in mind, the objectives of the program will be to assist students in acquiring expert knowledge in law and interdisciplinary knowledge in business administration and economics as well as achieving a high level of English competence, thus equipping students with the skills necessary to play an active role in the arena of international business and law.
Who may be interested
Kobe LL.M. (KIMAP in Global Business Law) is suited for students who seek a career in the arena of international business, particularly those who wish to acquire not only highly specialized expertise in law and interdisciplinary knowledge in business administration and economics but also English proficiency as well as experience in overseas practices.
Financial Support
Kobe University offers some financial support. Here are useful and helpful links.
Admission Fee Exemption/Deferral and Tuition Fee Exemption
Applicant's Guide & Documents for Application
When to Apply
KIMAP in Global Business Law【Fall Admission】: Enrollment in October 2026
Updated May 14, 2026
We have introduced an online application system starting with Fall 2026 admissions.
Please read the Applicant's Guide and check carefully which documents should be submitted online and which should be sent by post, and complete your application accordingly.
Important notice: At the end of the online application form, you will find a section labeled “Miscellaneous 1–3.” Please provide responses to the following three items in that section.
Misc. 1: Your research theme after enrollmentMisc. 2: Your major field (e.g., corporate law) related to your research theme (multiple entries allowed), as well as keywords describing your research theme (multiple entries allowed)
Misc. 3: Your preferred supervisor(s) / academic advisor(s) (up to three choices); A list of faculty members can be found here.
Applicant's Guide PDF
Online Application Procedure PDF
Online Application Supplementary Manual PDF
Request for Prior Evaluation of Eligibility for Application (if applicable) Word PDF
KIMAP in Global Business Law【Spring-II Admission】: Enrollment in April 2026
Updated Oct 23, 2025【The application period has ended.】
Applicant's Guide PDF
Examination Admission Ticket Word PDF
Request for Prior Evaluation of Eligibility for Application (if applicable) Word PDF
KIMAP in Global Business Law【Spring Admission】: Enrollment in April 2026
Updated May 27, 2025【The application period has ended.】
Applicant's Guide PDF
Examination Admission Ticket Word PDF
Request for Prior Evaluation of Eligibility for Application (if applicable) Word PDF
The Second Admission Guidance Fair for Kobe University Graduate School of Law in 2025
Updated Oct 14, 2025
Admission Guidance Fair for Kobe University Graduate School of Law will be held online between 10:00-11:30 on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (JST). If you are interested in KIMAP in Global Business Law (Kobe LL.M.), please join the session.
Explanations will be given in Japanese, but questions in English will be accepted.
Prior registration is required and should be made by 17:00 on Tuesday, November 11 (JST). For more information, please click here or contact us.