Malaysia Study Support Center and MMBH Study Abroad Announce Strategic Partnership to Offer New Pathway for Malaysian University Admission with IELTS Score Breakthrough Support

Global Hub Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takashi Saito; hereinafter "our company"), which operates the "Malaysia Study Support Center" supporting admissions to universities and language schools in Malaysia, has entered into a business partnership agreement with MMBH Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Ranmaru Kishitani; hereinafter "MMBH") operating "MMBH Study Abroad," a specialized service providing English instruction for admission to top overseas universities.

This partnership establishes a robust support system to overcome the biggest barrier to Malaysian university admission: achieving required scores on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), a widely used English proficiency test for overseas university admissions. The collaboration offers an optimal, cost-effective option for Japanese high school students aspiring to study abroad.

To commemorate this partnership, a free online seminar titled "Intensive IELTS Strategy Seminar" will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 8:00 PM, featuring insights into the appeal of Malaysia's prestigious universities and effective IELTS preparation strategies.

【Background and Objectives of the Partnership】

In recent years, due to historic yen depreciation and rising living costs, tuition and living expenses for studying in Western universities have surged. Amid this trend, "Malaysia study abroad" has rapidly gained attention among Japanese students and parents as an attractive option that offers high-quality education at a lower cost in a multicultural environment.

The greatest appeal of studying in Malaysia lies in its excellent cost-performance ratio. The country hosts numerous universities ranked within the global top 1%, and the total cost of studying in Malaysia is approximately one-third to one-half that of studying in Western countries.

Additionally, campuses in Malaysia of world-class Western universities such as Monash University (Australia) and the University of Nottingham (UK) offer the same curriculum taught in English as their home campuses, with identical degrees awarded. Programs such as the "Dual Degree Program," which allows students to earn degrees from both Malaysian and prestigious Western universities simultaneously, provide direct pathways to global education.

However, admission to these top universities typically requires an IELTS score of 5.5 to 6.0 or higher (equivalent to or above the level of the Eiken Pre-1st Grade), posing a significant hurdle for Japanese high school students.

To address this challenge, our company—recognized as a pioneer in Malaysia study abroad with proven results—and MMBH, which possesses cutting-edge English teaching methodologies for rapid score improvement, have formed a powerful alliance. By combining the strengths of both organizations, this comprehensive support system aims to reliably and efficiently guide ambitious students toward admission to top Malaysian universities.

【Concrete Initiatives Under the Partnership】

■ Strengthened Mutual Customer Referral and Support Collaboration

For our clients aiming to study in Malaysia, we will provide access to MMBH Study Abroad’s proprietary IELTS coaching methodology to ensure effective score improvement.

For clients of MMBH Study Abroad considering overseas education, we will introduce "Malaysia study abroad" as a new viable option and provide end-to-end support from university selection to travel arrangements.

■ Joint Information Dissemination and Regular Webinar Hosting

Through both organizations’ YouTube channels and social media platforms, we will actively promote the benefits of studying in Malaysia. We will also host regular joint seminars to educate students and parents aspiring to study abroad.

Ranmaru Kishitani will feature a Malaysia university campus tour on his YouTube channel.

【Seminar Announcement: Intensive IELTS Strategy Seminar】

As the first initiative to commemorate the partnership, we will host the "Intensive IELTS Strategy Seminar" featuring our CEO Takashi Saito and Ranmaru Kishitani, representative of MMBH Study Abroad. The seminar will also include on-site inspection reports to deliver real insights into studying at Malaysian universities.

Date and Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 8:00 PM –

Format: Online (Zoom livestream)

Target Audience: Current high school students, ronin students, and parents interested in overseas university admission

Participation Fee: Free

Seminar Content:

◆ Insights from Ranmaru Kishitani’s on-site visit: The vibrant atmosphere and academic environment at top Malaysian universities

◆ The appeal of Malaysian campuses of prestigious Western universities such as Monash and Nottingham

◆ Practical study methods to achieve the required IELTS score of 5.5–6.0 in the shortest possible time

Registration link here

【Comments from the Representatives of Both Companies】

Takashi Saito, Representative Director, Global Hub Japan Co., Ltd.

■ Representative, Global Hub Japan Co., Ltd. (Malaysia Study Support Center): Takashi Saito

We are delighted and excited to collaborate with Mr. Ranmaru Kishitani, who has a profound influence on youth and unique perspectives on overseas study, to jointly support students after he personally experienced the immense potential of studying in Malaysia. For Japanese students, English proficiency has been the biggest obstacle to studying in Malaysia. With MMBH Study Abroad’s groundbreaking IELTS coaching methodology, we are confident that our support system for aspiring Malaysian university students will become even stronger. Through this powerful collaboration, we aim to provide an optimal pathway for as many young people as possible to soar globally.

Ranmaru Kishitani, Representative, MMBH Co., Ltd. (MMBH Study Abroad)

■ Representative, MMBH Co., Ltd. (MMBH Study Abroad): Ranmaru Kishitani

This was my first visit to top universities in Malaysia, and I was deeply impressed by the outstanding facilities rivaling those of Western universities and the dynamic environment where talented students from around the world engage in English discussions. Studying in Malaysia, where students can access the world’s highest-level curricula, is undoubtedly one of the smartest choices for Japanese students today. I will leverage my proven expertise in rapid IELTS score improvement to help break down the language barrier and fully support students who are serious about pursuing global careers.

【Company Overview】

■ Global Hub Japan Co., Ltd.

【Service Name】Malaysia Study Support Center

【Representative Director】Takashi Saito

【Established】November 16, 2010

【Capital】11 million JPY

【Headquarters】Sreed EBISU+t 3F, 1-21-5 Ebisu Nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0021

【Phone】03-5428-5874

【Email】info@malaysia-ryugaku.jp

【Business】Arranging and supporting study in Malaysia, including university placement and on-site assistance

【Official Website】https://malaysia-ryugaku.jp/

【YouTube】https://www.youtube.com/@malaysia-ryugaku

■ MMBH Co., Ltd.

【Service Name】MMBH Study Abroad

【Representative Director】Ranmaru Kishitani

【Established】February 14, 2023

【Capital】4 million JPY

【Headquarters】3-6-21 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0075

【Business】Support for overseas high school, university, and graduate school admissions, including application strategy coordination, application consulting, TOEFL/IELTS score improvement, and English and study abroad mentoring

【Official Website】https://mmbh.co.jp/

【YouTube】https://www.youtube.com/@Ranmaru_Kishitani_with_Friends