UITM MBA/DBA equivalent programmes from Poland — One of the Leading IT countries in EU — Now Available in Japan

SGX Professional Program Launches February 2026 — Now Accepting First Cohort Applications

Shibuya Web3 University Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Hajime Kitamura; hereinafter "Shibuya Web3 University") announces the launch of the "SGX (Shibuya Global Executive) Professional Program" on February 1, 2026, under license from the University of Information Technology and Management (hereinafter "UITM") in Rzeszów, Poland. Applications are now open for the first cohort, with enrollment available in February, March, and April 2026: 20 students for the MBA (Master of Business Administration) and 20 students for the DBA (Doctor of Business Administration).

Official Website: https://www.sgxprofessional.com/

■ Background: Why SGX Professional Program

In an era where generative AI is redefining the meaning of "time and work" and fundamentally transforming global structures, traditional "knowledge-memorization education" has reached its limits. The SGX Professional Program was born from the convergence of three foundational elements: the structural transformation of learning driven by generative AI evolution, the utilization of European education export frameworks (Validation Programme), and the philosophical alignment between UITM and Shibuya Web3 University on "human-centered technology application."

UITM Poland has achieved advanced integration of AI as a partner that extends human intelligence, while maintaining a firm commitment to sustainability as evidenced by its 2nd place ranking in Poland in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. Meanwhile, Shibuya Web3 University has built a community with cutting-edge knowledge and practical expertise in blockchain and AI since its establishment in January 2023. The deep resonance between these two educational philosophies made this program possible.

■ Program Features

【Three Key Strengths】

1. Transformative Curriculum Integrating IT Strategy × Practical Implementation × Sustainability

Built upon traditional business administration frameworks, the program incorporates UITM's strengths in IT Management, Data Science, and DX Strategy as standard components. SDGs/ESG education is integrated into the curriculum to develop the "sustainable management capabilities" essential for next-generation leaders.

2. Advanced Learning Design with Generative AI Integration

Generative AI is defined not as a "replacement" but as a "copilot" that extends human intelligence. AI handles the analysis of vast materials and information structuring, enabling humans to focus on uniquely human domains: "meaning creation" and "ethical judgment."

3. International Legitimacy and Quality Assurance Based on European Standards

This program is offered as an offshore Professional Programme from UITM. It is delivered  with international compatibility based on the Bologna Process within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), enabling students to complete MBA/DBA equivalent programmes based on European standards while studying in Japan.

■ Program Overview

Item	Details
Program Name	SGX Professional Program (UITM POLAND MBA/DBA)
Launch Date	February 1, 2026
Enrollment Capacity	First Cohort (February, March, April 2026 enrollment) MBA: Limited to 20 students / DBA: Limited to 20 students
Duration	MBA: 12 months (1 year) / DBA: 24 months (2 years)
Class Format	Hybrid format (Online + In-person) / In-person venue: WeWork Shibuya Scramble Square 39F
Language of Instruction	Japanese (Assignments and dissertations in English)
Eligibility Requirements (Guidelines)	MBA: Bachelor's degree or higher, 3+ years of professional experience / DBA: Master's degree holder, or 10+ years of professional experience after bachelor's degree
Tuition	MBA: ¥3,400,000 (tax included) / DBA: ¥3,900,000 (tax included) *Total of enrollment fee and tuition; application fee of ¥33,000 charged separately

■ First Cohort Recruitment

Participation in this program begins with attending an individual consultation session (interview). In addition to a detailed explanation of the program, this is an important dialogue to share the applicant's career background, motivation for learning, and goals.

• Consultation format: Online or in-person (Shibuya)

• Application method: Reserve through the official website

• Official website: https://www.sgxprofessional.com/

■ Comment from Gen Kitamura, CEO & President, Shibuya Web3 University Corporation

"Education should inherently be a force that liberates people. Yet in reality, academic credentials determine careers and income, and many are caught up in a competition to acquire 'academic credentials as currency.' Unless this structure—where learning itself is no longer the purpose—changes, education will become a cage that perpetuates inequality.

We want to create a society where people are evaluated not by academic credentials, but by 'the power of practice and philosophy.' People connecting with one another through technology as a means, returning their talents and ethics to society—this is what we call 'redesigning learning.'

An MBA or DBA is not a degree for obtaining titles or qualifications. It is a process for evolving into 'a leader who can change reality' through learning. Education is not a mechanism for creating human hierarchies—it is an endeavor to reclaim 'a system for people to reconnect.' Consciousness creates the future—this program is moving forward with that conviction."

■ About UITM

University of Information Technology and Management (UITM) is a private university established in 1996 in Rzeszów, Poland. Poland is highly regarded as the leading supplier of IT engineers and cybersecurity talent within the EU, with research and development centers of global IT companies such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Intel concentrated in the country. Within this environment, UITM upholds a practical approach to "IT × Management," characterized by practical education that applies technology not merely as theory but to business decisions and strategy. Students from over 70 countries gather here, and a network of approximately 60,000 alumni extends across more than 80 countries, creating an international learning environment. The university is equipped with over 45 advanced experimental facilities, including a 3D Cave in the Virtual Reality and Image Processing Laboratory and a simulated stock trading lab.

■ About Shibuya Web3 University Corporation

Item	Details
Company Name	Shibuya Web3 University Corporation
Location	Shibuya Scramble Square 39F, 2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative	Hajime Kitamura, CEO & President
Established	January 2021
Business Activities	Operation of Shibuya Web3 University, Operation of SGX Professional Program (UITM Licensee)
URL	https://shibuyaweb3univ-co.com / https://shibuyaweb3univ.com/

■ Contact Information

Shibuya Web3 University Corporation — SGX Professional Program Office E-mail: info@shibuyaweb3univ-co.com