GLOCOM was established in spring of 1991 as a social science institute specializing in the study of information society and Japan.

GLOCOM's research focuses on the social, economic and cultural impacts of new communications technologies.

The Business School's working Motto is "Leveraging Emerging Asia for Global Advantage.

[7] Its Global Partnership program puts IUJ in formal relationships with over 50 companies in Japan spanning banking, consulting, trade and logistics firms.

IUJ has established student exchange programs with more than 50 institutions across Asia, Europe, and North America.

The purpose is to give students various opportunities to learn in different educational environments and to broaden their horizons.

There are three single-student dormitories each housing about 100 students, and one married-student apartments (MSA) with just 18 units for married couples.

For those needing to bring families with school aged children, off-campus housing options are supported by an English speaking land.

There is a number of annual on-campus and off-campus events organized by GSO with support from IUJ office and other clubs, such as IUJ Olympics, Ski Day, holiday parties, music nights, game nights, etc.

These groups take care of the academic welfare of the students in their respective schools (GSIM and GSIR), and in close cooperation and communications with the Deans offices.