Frequently asked questions
How to apply?Complete the appropriate application form and send it, plus all supporting documents mentioned on it, by the deadline date. All documents may be submitted by e-mail. Please put your surname in the filename of each attachment. Should the total file size of all documents exceed 10 MB, please contact us.
Where do the courses take place?
All our training courses take place in Japan. Lectures are usually given at our Headquarters office located in Tokyo.
Where do participants live during the course?
We usually make a group reservation in one hotel for all participants.
How will I be prepared before the course?
For all our training courses we provide participants with some practical information (how to reach the hotel from the airport, accommodation facilities, meeting-point times and locations, subway and city maps, telephone rental information, etc). For some missions we organise an orientation session in Japan the day before the course starts (sometimes taking place on the Sunday afternoon preceding the course).
Can I apply together with a colleague?
We accept multiple applications from the same company but need to give the opportunity to as many companies as possible to take part. This is why we ask to mention a first-choice candidate.
How will my application be assessed?
A Selection Board will assess candidates based on written information in the application documents.
When will I know if I am selected?
The Selection Board takes place after the application deadline date. Once places are allocated, the European Commission and the EU-Japan Centre’s Head Office are asked to approve its decision. Final results are announced to applicants in the days following the Selection Board.
I am not working for an industrial company, so can I still apply?
The Selection Board gives priority to candidates working for industrial companies; however, individual background, experience, concrete projects, etc. are also taken into consideration.
Can I apply several times?
You are free to apply for several training programmes or several times for the same programme.
Which kind of companies take part in these training courses?
All sized companies.
What is the course content?
For all our training courses, previous mission reports (containing former participants’ testimonials) are available by post upon request (please send us your postal address.
How many participants take part in the courses?
Groups are made up of +/- 15 people from the 27 EU Member States.
Any other questions?
Please contact us.
