The Global Management Program (GMP) is an intensive six-day program that offers undergraduate students a unique opportunity to directly engage with global business leaders, gain close insights into the fashion retail industry, and develop a deeper understanding of Fast Retailing’s operations.
What is the Global Management Program?
The program provides a highly practical and immersive learning experience, where participants interact with top leaders in the fashion retail sector, learn about modern management methods, understand the challenges faced by global companies, and explore how strategic decisions are made within multicultural work environments.
Program Details
Program Schedule
From July 26, 2026 to July 31, 2026
The program runs for six days, from July 26 to July 31, 2026, and requires participants to set aside one day before and one day after the program for travel.
Location
The program will be held at the Ariake Office in Tokyo, which serves as the global headquarters of Fast Retailing.
Funding Provided
The program covers:
- Round-trip airfare to Japan
- Hotel accommodation throughout the duration of the program
- Insurance for the entire program period
- Visa support
Program Benefits
The GMP offers participants a wide range of important advantages, including:
- Gaining deeper insights into the global retail industry
- Improving leadership and teamwork skills in multicultural settings
- Working on real business case studies and presenting them to senior management
- Direct interaction with executives and industry experts
- Receiving mentorship from global leaders throughout the program
- Potential consideration for future recruitment at Fast Retailing
Activities Participants Will Engage In
- Business Sessions with Global Leaders
Direct meetings with executives and experts in the retail industry.
- Store Visit
Learning about in-store operations and retail processes.
- Research
Working on research tasks related to real issues in the retail field.
- Presentation to Senior Management
Participants will present their findings to the Board of Management.
- Engagement Activity
Group activities designed to enhance interaction and teamwork.
Eligibility Criteria
The program is open to undergraduate students from all countries, provided they meet the following:
- Fluency in English
- A strong aspiration to become global business leaders
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills
- Willingness to work in a multicultural environment
- Ability to attend the full six-day program in Tokyo
How to Apply
The application process consists of three stages:
Step 1: Application
Submit the online application form.
Step 2: Online Assessment
Complete the online assessment.
Step 3: Interviews
Participate in online interviews with the selection committee.
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026, at 9:59 AM (UTC/GMT +9)
Announcement of Results: Results will be announced on May 30, 2026.
Important Notes
- The selection process may vary from one country to another.
- An online orientation session will be held before the end of June, during which all necessary details will be provided.
