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List of courses for JFY 2022

Target Sector No Course Title Short Description of Course *Tentative Course Period
Start End
Agricultural Development 1 Human Resource Development on Private-Public-Academia for Agricultural and Rural DX / Smart Food Chain Co-creation The course will explore "smart food chain (SFC) co-creation" between Japan and developing countries, and share Private-Public-Academia technologies to improve the productivity and value of agricultural products. 1-Aug-22 1-Sep-22
2 Leader Development Program for "Food Value Chain" on Private-Public-Academia Collaboration For Food Value Chain (FVC) to materialize, the course will focus on human resource and leader development in FVC. Beginning Nov-2022 End Nov-2022
3 Market-Oriented Agriculture Promotion for Asian Countries (Planning and Management) (B) The course will discuss the agricultural extensions systems and distribution systems in Japan, and expound on the methods of Smallholder Horticulture, Empowerment, and Promotion (SHEP) approach for small scale farmers (from "First Grow and then Sell" to "Grow strategically to Sell"). TBA TBA
4 Participatory Irrigation Management System for Paddies To improve the irrigation management system, the course will provide the experiences and know-how of the participatory irrigation management system and the functions of the Land Improvement District (water user's association) in Hokkaido, Japan. TBA TBA
5 Plant Variety Protection and Quality Control System of Seeds to Facilitate Distribution of High Quality Seeds To accelerate development in agriculture, this course will explore the need for Plant Variety Protection (PVP) in accordance with the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) Convention. Middle Jun-2022 Middle Sep-2022
6 Practical Plant Quarantine Techniques for Export of Agricultural Products (Treatment for Disinfestation of Fruit Flies) Japan has leading knowledge and skills on disinfestation of fruit flies and establishment of vapor heat treatment. This course will expound on disinfestation, and implementation of measures against re-invasion of fruit flies. TBA TBA
7 Promotion of Food Value Chain for Community-Based Agri-Business (B) With references from Kochi Prefecture, the course will expound on the techniques to strengthen food value chain (production, processing, distribution, sales and consumption). 1-Jan-23 1-Feb-23
8 Prospective Agricultural Technologies as Solution of Climate Change A discussion on the effects of the 2017 Conference of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on Japan's agricultural sector. The course will elaborate on the importance of scientific and technological development, as well concrete implementation of sustainable actions with respect to the Koronivia Joint Work. 1-Aug-22 15-Sep-22
9 Strategic Management and Marketing for Sustainable Local Industry Development Core topics on strategic management and marketing skills, and design of innovative policies and business models for local industry development. Strategic actions included are on formulating industry clusters, improvingagricultural value chains, and promoting environmental protections to achieve sustainable development. 14-May-22 10-Jun-22
10 Strengthening Safety Management System of Agricultural Products The course will discuss Japan's safety management systems of agricultural products, and capacitate people improving safety management systems of agricultural products in their countries through site visits and lectures by Japanese government officials, farmers, processors, distributors and retailers. End Jan-2023 Middle Feb-2023
11 Regional Agribusiness Promotion by the Value Chain Building in Asian Region -For High Value-Added Local Food Supply- For a safer and high-functional agricultural, value chain construction from production to processing, distribution, sales/consumption is required. In this course, participants will learn the practical know-how on agricultural products production based on the factors of market needs, and branding, etc. through Hokkaido Tokachi Case Middle Jun-2022 Middle Jul-2022
12 Vegetable Production Technology for Livelihood Improvement of Small Scale Farmers Participants will acquire basic knowledge on vegetable production technology, farm management, marketing and distribution. The course will expose them as well to use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in extension services, to overcome the challenge in their respective countries. End Feb-2023 End Sep-2023
Disaster Risk Reduction 13 Flood Disaster Risk Reduction Management and mitigatation of damages brought flood disasters, and its effects on the socio-economic and environmental sector at regional and national level are the core topics of the course. 28-Sep-22 16-Sep-22
14 Global Seismological Observation The course will deal with seismologial observation and its application to nuclear test monitoring, and introducion of up-to-date technologies and knowledge on the subject. It is the course's aim that technology acquired in this training will be utilized in the analysis of natural earthquakes and earthquake disaster prevention. Beginning Jan-2023 Beginning Mar-2023
15 Practical Methodology for Flood Control Planning and River Basin Management in Asia Region In this course, participants will gain the knowledge and experience on flood control and river basin management in Japan with actual case and model river. TBA TBA
16 Reinforcement of Meteorological Services In this course, participants will learn the relevant knowledge and key techniques (e.g. numerical weather prediction, satellite meteorology and climate information for advanced meteorological services) to improve their operational abilities. End Sep-2022 Beginning Dec-2022
17 Seismology, Earthquake Engineering and Tsunami Disaster Mitigation The course will introduce Japan's latest knowledge and technologies on seismology, earthquake engineering and tsunami disaster mitigation. 28-Sep-22 15-Sep-22
18 Sustainable Coastal Protection Measures at Island Countries The course will elaborate on structural and non-structural techniques on coastal protection, as well as provide failed cases on coastal protection in Japan. TBA TBA
19 Water Related Disaster Risk Reduction Intensity and frequency of floods are expected to increase due to the effect of climate change. In response, the course will focus on Japan's disaster risk reduction measures and flood control systems and contextualize it for policy planning and its implementation. 7-Jun-22 27-Jul-22
Economic Policy 20 Customs Administration (C) ASEAN The course will capacitate participants to mitigate and resolve issues on increasing transport amount of ship and plane, the progress of logistics, as well as the promotion of trade facilitation under the World Trade Organization's (WTO) regulation and countermeasures against international crimers. TBA TBA
21 International Seminar on Taxation (General) Japanese tax administration, and tax law will be discussed. Lecturers invited include those of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) for an intensive program. Beginning Sep-2022 Beginning Oct-2022
22 International Seminar on Taxation (Advanced) The course will provide participants with lectures on Japanese tax administration, and the tax issues faced by the tax authorities in each participating country. Beginning Nov-2022 End Nov-2022
23 International Taxation for Asian Countries The course will elaborate on the practices of international taxation and promote its proper implementation in participating countries. To achieve this, participants will be provided lectures, discussions and tasks like preparing reports in order to foster the common view throughout each country about the international taxation rule. 9-May-22 3-Jun-22
Education 24 Development of Human Resources Adaptable to Industry Needs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering -For Instructors/ Teachers in University, Polytech College and Diploma Courses of TVET Institutions- To address the gap between education and actual technology in the current industry. the capacity and practicality of schools should be improved. In an effort to bridge the gap, the course will explore human resource development (HRD) in electrical and electronic engineering which is a main social infrastructure. TBA TBA
25 Education Administration for Reducing Disparities in Basic Education Stemming from the Japan and Okinawa Prefecture's experience and action to address their education and accessibility issues, the course will introduce solutions that'll bridge the education disparities between the urban and rural/ remote areas. TBA TBA
26 Enhancement of Training Management in Vocational Training Institutions A capable Human Resources Development (HRD) sector improves the socio-economic situation of a community. This course will introduce management of vocational training institutions, and provide opportunities on the development of training courses to the participants. TBA TBA
27 Human Resources Development Administration -through the promotion of Technical and Vocational Education and Training- Many developing countries are considering vocational training for socio-economic development. This course aims to introduce the current situation of occupational skill development administration in Japan, and analyze the current issues and improve occupational skills administration. TBA TBA
Environmental Management 28 Adaptation to Climate Change The course will focus on policy making with references to an international framework and Japan's policy on Adaptation to Climate Change (CC), sectoral adaptation approaches such as forecast of CC, impact assessment on CC, and sectoral vulnerability assessment (ex. agriculture, disaster prevention) in the latter half. TBA TBA
29 Decentralized Wastewater Treatment System One cost-effective countermeasure against water polution is the sanitary treatment of night soil and wastewater on-site (Johkasou). The course will elaborate on the wastewater treatment systems: laws and regulations to control water pollution, methodology of night soil and wastewater treatment, and operation and maintenance of Johkasou. TBA TBA
30 Enhancement of Solid Waste Management Capacity for the Introduction of Waste-to-Energy Waste-to-Energy (WtE) method is a process by which municipal solid waste is utilized to produce fossil fuel alternative energy in the forms of heat, gas, and electricity. In this course, the fundamentals of (WtE) power generation and the solid waste management necessary to materialize it. Beginning Nov-2022 End Nov-2022
31 Promotion of Appropriate Treatment Technology for the Treatment and Disposal of Hazardous Waste In this course, participants will learn the measures on proper treatment and disposal technology for hazardous waste contained in medical waste, chemical waste, sludge as well as construction and demolition waste (CDW). Moreover, the course will elaborate on transfer technology and the know-how to implement appropriate measures based on the context of a country. TBA TBA
32 Sewerage Management (Basic) To improve the hygienic environment and reduce flood damages, the course will upskill participants in project planning and implementation, then examination for appropriate sewage and urban drainage management, as well as effective countermeasures against the issue their community faces. TBA TBA
33 Sustainable Solid Waste Management in Island Areas Due the limitation of land space, the volume of waste should be reduced and landfills must be reviewed on its sanitary impact. With references from the experiences and solutions of Okinawa prefecture on solid waste management, the course will promote Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (3R) activities for island countries with subtropical climate. TBA TBA
Gender and Development 34 Promotion of Networking among ASEAN Countries on Anti-Trafficking in Persons To resolve the anti-trafficking cases in Asian countries, countries must build a large international network and cooperation scheme. This course will explore on the importance of enhancing regional and mutual understanding on the prevention of anti-trafficking in persons and protection of vulnerable groups. End Oct-2022 Beginning Nov-2022
Governance 35 Community Policing The system and activities of community policing will be explored and analyzed. Participants will share their community policing activities to build rapport with the local residents; and examine how those activities can be improved. Middle Oct-2022 End Oct-2022
36 Competition Law and Policy -Laying the Foundation for Promoting Competition- Japan's competition law and policy will be discussed from a theoretical standpoint and through practical exercises. Relative to Japan's case, the participants are expected to analyze the challenges in respective country and find its solution. End Jul-2022 Beginning Aug-2022
37 Control of Drug Offences As part of Japan's promotion on the latest technology for drug crime investigation, the course will discuss the investigation techniques, knowledge and experiences in combatting drug-related crimes. End Aug-2022 Beginning Sep-2022
38 Counter International Terrorism The course will tackle the techniques and issues on the countermeasures against international terrorism in Japan, exchange information about the terrorism situation and countermeasures in their own countries. Beginning Nov-2022 End Nov-2022
39 Countermeasures Against Cybercrime The course will discuss how Japanese police deals with cybercrime in terms of investigation technique, legislation, cooperation with the private sector and digital forensics. End Jan-2023 Middle Feb-2023
40 Local Governance A discussion on the systems and practices of local administration, finances and taxes of Japan. With Japan's case as a reference, participants will analyze issues of their local government systems and propose applicable solutions. TBA TBA
41 National Government Administration for Senior Officials The interrelation between a developing country's public administration and socioeconomic development will be discussed. As reference, Japan's postwar development process and recent socioeconomic trends will be reviewed in terms of policy formulation and implementation while also including historical factors and social background. Middle Oct-2022 End Oct-2022
42 Public International Law Focused on Law of the Sea and Peaceful Settlement of International Dispute To capacitate participants in the practice of international law, the course will elaborate on the Law of the Sea and the mechanism for peaceful settlement of international dispute. It will also introduce the role of the public international law from the rule of law in the perspective of the international society. Middle Sep-2022 Beginning Oct-2022
Health 43 Advance Diagnostics for Ending TB and AMR in Health Emergency -Basic Technologies to Next Generation Sequencing in Hands-on - The end of Tuberculosis (TB) epidemic requires the provision of TB care and prevention in the context of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and address of drug-resistance TB and anti-microbial resistance (AMR). In this course, participants will acquire the knowledge and skills for TB laboratory management and TB examination. Beginning Jan-2023 End Mar-2023
44 Ending TB and Response to Health Emergency -Innovation in Health System Development- Through a multi-sectoral lens, the course will discuss the constitution of an integrated and accesible high quality Tuberculosis (TB) care to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Middle Sep-2022 Middle Nov-2022
45 Field Epidemiology to Strengthen the Preparedness for the Severe Infectious Disease Outbreaks (for Managers) To strengthen the preparedness for the severe infectious disease outbreak, the course will discuss the recognition and control of an infectious disease as well as the evaluation of the present preventive measures against it. Beginning Feb-2023 Beginning Mar-2023
46 Medical Equipment Management and Maintenance (E) The course will capacitate participants on the basic knowledge and techniques of medical equipment management and maintenance to raise the quality of medical service and healthcare in their country. TBA TBA
47 Public Health Activities for Strengthening Maternal and Child Health The course will elaborate on the role of health promotion and community partcipation in the development of public health and prevention. It will illustrate the reconstruction from World War 2 to the realization of the present health system. TBA TBA
48 Strengthening Laboratory Techniques and Surveillance System for Global Control of HIV and Related Infectious Diseases In partnership with the National Institute of Infectious Diseases of Japan, the course will discuss the laboratory techniques for diagnosis, monitoring, and follow-up towards global control of HIV/AIDS. Middle Oct-2022 Beginning Dec-2022
49 Strengthening Social Health Protection Towards Universal Health Coverage The course will discuss the efforts Japan took for its Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Policy. Participants will be a given a background on the country's effort in the likes of insurance premium collection system. Middle Jan-2023 End Jan-2023
Information and Communication Technology (Utilization of ICT) 50 Capacity Building for ICT Project Planning (Ex. e-Government, e-Education, e-Health, e-Agriculture, etc.) (B) With the application of ICT, projects catered to resolve social issues will improve. The course will expound on the analyzation of social issues through an active learning model (TANKYU Practice) and use of case studies with semblance to actual real-world practices. Beginning Jan-2023 End Feb-2023
51 Digital Terrestrial TV Broadcasting (DTTB) Policy and Engineering The course will cover digital broadcasting technology and theories for an effective digitalization of TV broadcasting. Building from the discussion, the actions and solutions taken by Japan to enable smooth switchover will be tackled as well. TBA TBA
52 ICT Core Personnel Development (B) CIO Assistant The purpose of this program is to acquire practical ICT skills in order to realize operational efficiency improvement for socio-economic development. TBA TBA
53 Strengthening of Cooperation Among Organizations Against Cyberattacks (B) As threats rapidly diversify, a network of information shared within several entities becomes a necessity. This course will elaborate on the creation and management of information sharing systems (i.e. ISACs: Information Sharing and Analysis Centers) for institutions to effectively exchange and analyze information on cybersecurity. End Jan-2023 Middle Feb-2023
Natural Resources and Energy 54 Capacity Building for Sustainable Mining and Effective Utilization of Mineral Resource This course will expound on the technologies for development of mineral utilization, processing, waste disposal, recycling and environmental conservation and rehabilitation. It will be held in collaboration with mineral resource related ministries and agencies and universities in Japan TBA TBA
55 Power Distribution Grid (A) In this course, participants will be able to learn power distribution planning, designing, operation, and maintenance, through Japan's experience in power grid distribution, which is regarded as one of the most stable and efficient systems in the world. 17-May-22 16-Jun-22
56 Promotion of Energy Efficiency and Conservation The course will discuss Japan's energy-saving policies, technologies, and cases in order to promote energy efficiency. The discussion will be divided into three sectors: A) industry (B) Commercial and Residential (C) transportation and policy. Beginning Aug-2022 Middle Mar-2023
57 Renewable Energy and Diesel Power Operation in Small Islands This course will discuss the relevance of Micro-Grid in remote islands and island countries. Micro-Grid ,which is composed by diesel power generator and renewable energy, could be a safe and economic option to operate. TBA TBA
58 Stabilizing Power Systems to Introduce Various Kinds of Renewable Energy(B) A discussion on the relevance and impact of variable renewable energy (VRE) on the stability of power systems and the specific measures to stabilize the power system. 31-May-22 17-Jun-22
Nature Conservation 59 Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Conservation Management for Global Biodiversity Goals The course will focus on coastal/marine ecosystems and resource usage. Moreover, it will cover the Satoyama/Satoumi concept of societies in harmony with nature, Japan's zoning-based management system, and the sustainable use of natural resources with the participation of local people and the private-sector. TBA TBA
60 Ecosystem-Based Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction (Eco-DRR) The course will elaborate on the sectors included in DRR and Eco-DRR and the importance of proactive, comprehensive risk reduction and management perspectives, and preparedness initiatives with post disaster efforts. End Oct-2022 Middle Nov-2022
61 Integrated Lake, River and Coastal Basin Management for Sustainable Use and Preservation of Water Resources Based on the "Integrated Lake Basin Management:", the course will elaborate on proper management of Lentic and Lotic Systems focusing on natural and artificial lakes that are connected to rivers, coastal waters etc. TBA TBA
62 Sustainable Forestry Management with Community Participation As an integral part for sustainable development, forests in Japan are protected through a multi-sectoral approach with respect to local people-oriented projects. The course will cover the relevance of management action, and participation of the local people of in the protection and sustainable development of forest areas. 1-Sep-22 1-Nov-22
Private Sector Development 63 Business Development Services (BDS) for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Promotion This course will capacitate BDS providers/facilitators by showing them Japanese cases of BDS structure and function of stakeholders, capacitation of BDS providers, and appropriate BDS provision based on needs of SMEs. With this, they will be provided the capacity building of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) for their business activity and competitiveness. TBA TBA
64 Business Innovation (IoT, AI) in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) The course will discuss the prevailing digital and technology measures, and promote 4IR through comparative study with the participating countries, private companies, and the Japanese government, then contribute in the industrial promotion of the participating countries and management innovation of their own industries. TBA TBA
65 Investment Promotion and Business Environment Reform (B) It is the aim of the course to promote understanding on inward FDI (Foreign Direct Investment), business environment reform, and practical investment promotion approaches. 1-Aug-22 1-Aug-22
66 Labor Policy of Migrant Workers and Career Development Support for Returnees to Achieve Economic Growth and Decent Work An exploration on Japan's improvement of labor and employment policies, such as Hello Work and the career development system, and a contextualization to the origin country's working environment in response to social conditions changes. TBA TBA
67 Quality and Productivity Improvement for Enterprise Competitiveness (Basic Kaizen) The course will provide theory and methods of quality, productivity improvement, and the know-how of human resources management with reference to Japanese cases based on MONOZUKURI (manufacturing philosophy) and KAIZEN (improvement). TBA TBA
Rural Development 68 Agriculture and Rural Development through the Participation of Local Farmers This course will explore the techniques and cases of participatory agriculture and rural development in Japan in terms of agricultural infrastructure projects and farmer participation. TBA TBA
Transportation 69 Capacity Development for Port Facility Security The course will provide practical knowledge and skills on security measures regarding port facility and international maritime transport. End Nov-2022 End Dec-2022
70 Development of the Sustainable and Reliable Logistics System in Asian Region A discussion on the current status of logistics system (green logistics system, and cold chain logistics system), as well as related policies in Japan and Asian countries. Middle May-2022 Beginning Jun-2022
71 Hydrography for Charting and Disaster Management (Internationally Accredited Category B) Nautical chart is an important infrastructure to secure the marine traffic for economic prosperity and to formulate the ocean policy. This course will enhance the participant's capacity on hydrographic survey technique and utilization of hydrographic data; and the participants will be certified Internationally Accredit Category B designated by the International Federation of Surveyors/International Hydrographic Organization/International Cartographic Association (FIG/IHO/ICA) Advisory Board. TBA TBA
72 Level Up Training for Operation and Management Organization of Urban Railways The course will level up the capacity of railway operators in developing countries focusing on the practices of each competence group. In this regard, participants are expected to acquire the skills for operation and maintenance of railway, and promote importation of railway technology in Japan. TBA TBA
73 Maritime Law Enforcement A discussion on the knowledge and techniques for maritime law enforcement, and experiences based on cooperation from Japan Coast Guard (JCG). Inlcuded are lectures on international law, drug smuggling, and human trafficking, an observation of the JCG air base, investigations of suspicious vessels, and practical exercises of scientific criminal investigation. TBA TBA
74 Maritime Safety and Security Policy Program As the development of international maritime norm requires a formation of rule-of-law based on international understanding, this course will provide an advanced education bridging practice and theory of maritime safety and security relative to the Japanese expertise, which will cultivate specialized abilities to draft or to improve the participating country's maritime policies. 25-Sep-22 15-Sep-23
75 Maritime Search and Rescue, Maritime Disaster Prevention, and Marine Environment Protection for Coast Guard Officials Discussions on maritime search and rescue, disaster prevention and environment protection from Japan Coast Guard and other organizations as they operate actual responses will be the main point of this course. 1-Sep-22 1-Nov-22
76 Port Maintenance Planning Maintenance of port facilities are necessary to avoid negative impact on their social and economic activities. In this regard, the course will explore on the enhancement of port maintenance planning, inspection methods, maintenance strategy and prioritization, and others related port maintenance based on the concept of life cycle management. Middle Sep-2022 Middle Sep-2022
77 Practical Technology on Intelligent Transport System (ITS) ITS assists to enhance the efficiency and safety of existing road network using real-time information. In this course, participants will be capacitated to introduce ITS in their country. TBA TBA
78 Road Administration This course will explore the capacity of planning, developing, administrating and maintaining roads for the government technical officials involved in road administration. Road development has considerable social and economic impacts in developing countries with insufficient social infrastructure. TBA TBA
79 Strategic Port Administration and Management The course will focus on capacity building for strategic port administration, and proper port management and operation. Through organization of an Action Plan (for port related problems in a respective countries.) and consultation with an external consultant, the efficiency of port maintenance and operation management of a participant country will be developed. Middle Jan-2023 End Feb-2023
80 Sustainable Port Development and Planning (for Port Engineer) This course will explore on the development and planning of "ports and the waterfront area including industrial location" ranging from the basics of civil engineering to the outcomes of leading-edge research. Middle Nov-2022 Middle Dec-2022
81 Urban Railways Management In order to cope with high-speed urbanization, the course will discuss pressing issues on urban railway companies and relevant organization to realize safer and more efficient management of the urban railways. TBA TBA
Urban/Regional Development 82 Comprehensive Urban Transportation Planning This course will discuss knowledge and skills on analysis of urban transportation issues based on traffic survey and formulation of transportation plans (including road and public transportation network, traffic management plans) based on demand forecast through seminars, site visits, workshops, and discussions. TBA TBA
83 Urban Public Transport (Railway, MRT, Bus, etc.) The course explores planning, construction, O&M of urban transport systems based on Japan's experiences to realize sustainable public transport systems. These themes will be covered in terms of coordination with urban development, selection of transportation modes, financing and public transportation policies. TBA TBA
84 Urban Solutions - Urban Development Methods Including TOD and Land Readjustment for Rapidly-Growing Cities Themes: Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and redevelopment of densely populated areas in city centers. From this, the course will explore a comprehensive approach to urban development, including methods such as land readjustment and urban redevelopment. TBA TBA
Water Resources 85 Integrated Water Resources Management (B) A discussion on the concept of integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) as a countermeasure against water management issues. IWRM, which is practiced in Japan, is the process by which stakeholders coordinate and manage resources to achieve a reasonable distribution and usage of water. TBA TBA
86 Operation and Maintenance of Urban Water Supply System (Water Quality and Purification) (B) The course will expound on the technical knowledge and skills for "Water Quality and Purification" in Urban Water Supply organizations in developing countries TBA TBA

* Course Period are subject to change
** The course may be conducted either as an Online Program or a Japan Pprogram
*** Please be advised to strictly follow your agency's protocols when applying to JICA's KCCP. Then, submit the application documents to TESDA or CHED for proper screening and official endorsement.

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