The Mizuho India Japan Study Centre (MIJSC) at IIM Bangalore promotes India-Japan collaboration, focusing on strengthening economic, cultural, and strategic ties between India and Japan. The Centre is currently chaired by a career diplomat who has held top leadership positions and is operationally headed by an Industry veteran.
With over six decades of cooperation, India and Japan share a robust partnership that has grown through Japan’s “Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy” and India’s “Act East” policy. As the economic partnership continues to expand, MIJSC aims to deepen academic and business engagement between the two nations. Key sectors of focus include infrastructure, energy, MSMEs, technology transfer, and sustainable development. The Centre’s mission is to foster mutual understanding and build expertise in areas such as manufacturing, corporate governance, start-ups, innovation, and language and cultural exchange, addressing the unique dynamics of India-Japan business relations.
MIJSC drives collaborative research, conducts executive training programs, facilitates student and faculty exchange programs with prominent Japanese universities. MIJSC also offers IIMB students a unique opportunity to engage with Japanese business practices. The Centre serves as a hub for knowledge-sharing, preparing students, researchers, and business leaders for a dynamic future in India-Japan relations.
MIJSC plays a vital role in bridging academic and business interactions between India and Japan, with a focus on fostering sustainable partnerships across various domains. The Centre works to:
Through these efforts, MIJSC at IIM Bangalore aims to be a catalyst for enduring India-Japan collaboration, driving both countries towards shared growth and innovation.