Our  two year master’s degree is part of the Graduate Program in International Commerce of the Department of Commerce to which the Center for Language Studies is attached. The courses in our Master’s program specialize in the study and teaching of the English language and its role in international communication.

Otaru University of Commerce has a proud tradition in the teaching of foreign languages and our department has always focused on the development of practical communication aimed at enhancing the employment potential of our students. The master’s course is a continuation of our philosophy that successful academic study is most relevant when it has a direct impact on the world around us, So, our research is inspired by the local educational setting in which we find ourselves and our research outcomes are intended to help improve the teaching and learning of foreign languages in Hokkaido.