Established in 1988, University of Marketing and Distribution Sciences is a private higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Kobe (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Hyogo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, University of Marketing and Distribution Sciences (UMDS) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. University of Marketing and Distribution Sciences (UMDS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UMDS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.