Reports on lectures, workshops, etc.
This is the report of the XNUMXth "Highly Specialized Career Formation Theory I/II"
2013.09.27
The XNUMXth Advanced Specialized Career Development Theory + XNUMXst Workshop + XNUMXst Career Conference was held on Friday, September XNUMXth.
Date and time September 25, 9 (Friday) 13:16-20:19
Place Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology Shinagawa Campus Shirataka Building 2F Multipurpose Room I
This time, following the usual XNUMXth lecture on advanced specialized career formation theory, this year's first workshop (work experience reports by two internship graduates) and an information exchange meeting with people from companies were held. , became a lot of events.In addition, more than XNUMX people in total participated, and more than XNUMX people, including top executives of companies, and students and PDs actively exchanged opinions at the information exchange meeting, which made for a meaningful time.The whole course of the lecture, workshop, and career round-table conference proceeded smoothly with Professor Segawa's witty moderation.
*For reports on the XNUMXst workshop and career round-table conference, please see the separate "Reports on Lectures and Workshops."
XNUMX.Opening remarks
First, Mr. Ogawa, Director of the Career Development Office, gave an opening address.
First of all, he thanked the many people who participated in this event, saying, "Today, many people with doctoral degrees are working in the field around the world. It is expected that the doctor will play an active role.”
XNUMX. Lecture on "Highly Specialized Career Formation Theory"
“Are you going to end up in Japan? ~Active in the world with a Ph.D.~”
Mr. Andrew Gunn (Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.)
Next, Mr. Segawa introduced the biography of today's lecturer, and Mr. Andrew Gunn took the podium.
Mr. Gunn holds a Ph.D. from the University of Marine Science and Technology.At the beginning of the lecture, Mr. Gunn said, "I want young people in Japan to realize that they have more opportunities to play an active role overseas."
They said.Gunn has been interested in science and technology since childhood, and his hobbies are flute and tennis.He also said, "Ever since I was a student, I wanted to do a job that connects science to the world. I decided to become a Science Bridge Communicator because of the influence of Leave a Nest, which I met at that time.”
Next, there was an introduction about Leave a Nest's business using slides.
At Leave a Nest, it seems that "work is to set work, and that each person has a vision."As the main business, there was an explanation that it specializes in three fields: education, human resource development, and technology.
Mr. Gunn introduced three success stories in Japan.
(XNUMX) We tried to expand our business by putting traditional things on Science Media.
(XNUMX) Conveyed the fun of making things with robotics.
(XNUMX) The old technology was advertised for new development.
Three successful cases in Singapore were also introduced.
(XNUMX) Lectures and training are conducted at NUS and NTU universities.
(XNUMX) We are holding an experiment class to teach junior high school students about the techniques that have already been cultivated in Japan.
(XNUMX) Realized support for establishment of a research base and recruitment of researchers.
Currently, they are trying to establish a branch office in Malaysia, so they are very busy.
At this point, when I asked the audience, "Who wants to go abroad?", only one or two people raised their hands.
Mr. Gunn seemed surprised by this and said he was very disappointed.He then explained why it was necessary to aim overseas as follows.
● Japan was at the world's top level in innovation and technology.But that was XNUMX years ago.
● There are many amazing technologies in Japan other than those of large companies.But it's a shame that I haven't sent it overseas.
● Recently, South Korea and China are rapidly emerging.
"That's why I want young people to go abroad and spread Japan's wonderful technology to the world," Mr. Gunn said.
Mr. Gunn then explained some specific things to do in a question-and-answer format.
Q: Why should I go to Southeast Asia?
A: It seems that it is because the countries in Southeast Asia are growing, and the speed of growth is faster than before.It's attractive and the opportunities are many.
Q: So what do we have to do?
A: There are three things: (XNUMX) transmitting, (XNUMX) experiencing, and (XNUMX) exploring.He also expressed his hopes for Japanese young people to make new friends, explore new ideas and possibilities, and improve the possibilities of the society to which they belong.
Q: And when are you going to do it? … (Right now!)
Mr. Gunn's sincerity, fervent curiosity, and enthusiastic action were very well conveyed in his lecture.
《The following is a summary of the question and answer session that followed. 》
Q/A-1 Where do you get funding for your various activities?
More than XNUMX supporting companies are listed, from which funds can be obtained.In addition, there are cases where we receive direct investment, and we also create a booklet and send it to universities.Also, in the Young Researcher Support Project, by introducing the ideas of young researchers to companies and acting as a bridge between universities and companies, there are cases in which we receive investment from companies.
Q/A-2 What are the advantages and disadvantages of Japanese going abroad?
The merits are that the quality of things is still high, being serious, being punctual, etc.Also, the negative point is that the expressions are ambiguous in negotiations, etc., and it is necessary to speak clearly when it is necessary.
Q/A-3 How much knowledge about the country is necessary when going abroad?
not very necessary.First of all, it's important to do! (important to explore)
Q/A-4 What do I need to do to join Leave a Nest?
We are looking for someone who is clear about what they want to do.Also, you need passion.
Q/A-5 Do you have plans to expand into China?
I want to do it. "If you have the desire, please offer it. Let's do it together!"