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Annex. 2: Details of Current and Previous Work Experience,


Research Plan and Career Plan after Graduation

Details of Current and Previous Work Experience


Please describe your responsibilities in your current and previous work within 150 words
each. Make sure to sign on every page.

 Current Work  (150 Words)

 Previous Work (150 Words)

Research Plan                     
Write a brief research plan of your proposed thesis in more than 700 words (minimum 3
pages).

Below is an example of the structure of the research plan. Usage of this structure is not
essential but is strongly recommended.
(a) TITLE of your thesis

(b) INTRODUCTION (1 paragraph):


You will state clearly what your research interests are. It is necessary to include the
following:
・ Background information regarding the selected topic and your involvement
(e.g. the main reason why you chose the topic, your relevant working
experience, etc.)
・ The main objective of your study

(c) MAIN BODY (approximately 3 paragraphs):


You will provide specific information to support your ideas. Explain what you are going
to study and how the research is to be conducted. It is necessary to include the
following:
・ Brief explanation of your analysis on this topic.
・ Brief explanation of your research methodology.
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(d) CONCLUSION (1 paragraph):


You will stress the most important point(s) of your research plan, and your future
work. It is necessary to include the followings:
・ The skills you wish to obtain in Japan.
・ How you intend to utilize your research to solve the issue(s) mentioned in
the first part of the plan after returning to your home country.

*If you are applying for a PhD course within the SDGs Global Leader program,
please attach your Master’s thesis in English and related papers (if any).

!! IMPORTANT !!
 It is recommended to make prior contact with your desired university faculty
before submitting the applications, in order to know whether or not the
university can accept your research plan. You should write the research plan in
light of the requirements and characteristics of the course.
 It must be demonstrated that your academic background and/or job experience
is sufficient to engage in and complete the course in Japan. In this regard, it is
essential for you to select a research theme which is associated with your
current or future work.
 If you are currently employed, it is desirable for you to discuss with your
organization to get supporting references, such as policies and/or strategic
papers of the organization.

Career Plan after Graduation


In connection with the fields of study, please describe your idea /plan to utilize your
knowledge, skills and experiences that you obtained in Japan after returning to your home
country in 400-500 words.

Please be reminded of the aim of the ABE Initiative/SDGs Global Leader that expects the
participants to contribute to the development of industries of their home countries, to utilize
the networks which are built up during participants’ stay in Japan, and to continue to foster
good relationships between their countries and Japan.

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