Format 1 - JBPP Intensive: Designed to bring about the greatest possible improvement in proficiency as quickly as possible, this is a very intensive, full-time format involving 25 class per week modules. Maximum class size is 6 (for private lessons, please refer to Format 4). You can choose the length of study. The minimum length of study is 2 weeks, and in this format, the maximum is 6 weeks. It is possible to complete the curriculum in 6 weeks, and if you successfully complete the 150 hours of instruction (not including time for preparation, homework, assignments and review) you will have almost no linguistic difficulties operating in a Japanese language speaking business or other professional environment in Japan. Before each start date, there is a 2 week preparation course available, and regardless of your current level we do recommend taking this additional module. Start/Finish dates for JBPP Intensive.

Format 2 - JBPP Part-time: This option is available quarterly. Available in 15 classes per week for 10 weeks, this is a less intensive option than the JBPP Intensive, but one more suitable for those who need to continue working during the program. For participants taking this option, a workstation with high speed internet access is available in Yamasa's business center after classes for a small fee. This format also includes an individualized one-to-one component, and a catered lunch once per week with your advisor to provide extra practise and consultation. Start/Finish dates for JBPP Part-time.

Format 3 - JBPP/AIJP-AJSP: This option is available quarterly, and is designed to provide students in the AIJP/AJSP programs with the opportunity to study business Japanese while making use of the student visa. It is also possible to enroll in this option for 1 quarter (3 months) only using a temporary visitor or other suitable visa. The format includes 20 group based lessons in the normal AIJP/AJSP curriculum, with an additional 5 classes per week of JBPP, taken instead of the usual elective classes. This is a more intensive option than JBPP Part-time, but less intensive than the JBPP Intensive format. It is not suitable for those who need to continue working during the program. Start/Finish dates for JBPP/AIJP-AJSP.

Format 4 - JBPP On Demand: From Spring 2010, the entire JBPP curriculum will be available on-demand. You may start whenever you choose, and take the course on site at Yamasa's Aichi Center in Okazaki, or have the program provided on the site of your choice - initially this option will be limited to locations in Osaka, Kyoto, Mie, Aichi, Shizuoka, Kanagawa, Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba or Ibaraki prefectures. The fee for off-campus delivery is available on a quotation basis. The fee for delivery on-campus is fixed and assumes private lessons. If your company or organization wishes to enroll more than 1 customer, then a lower unit fee can be provided via quotation.

On the right hand side of this page there are links to each feature of this program. If you ever have any questions, please feel free to contact Admissions