Research Interests：
- Economics of Education, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Higher Education, Southeast Asia, Indonesia
Researchmap: https://researchmap.jp/noayokogawa
Education：
- Master of Economics, Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies, Kobe University (Expected: March 2025)
- Master of Public Administration, School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University (June 2024)
- Bachelor of Economics, Kobe University (March 2023)
Experiences：
- Internship at Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA), Human Resource Department, Higher and Technical Education Sector (August 2024 – September 2024)
- Internship at Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) Center for Educational Research and Innovation (December 2023-May 2024)
- Kobe University, Asia Fieldwork: Sulawesi, Indonesia, Hasanuddin University (September 2019)
- Kobe University, Australia The University of Queensland English Study Program (August-September 2018)
Publications：
Peer Reviewed Journal
- Yokogawa, N., & Ogawa, K. (2024) “The Influence of Household Socioeconomic Status on Vocational Senior High School Choice in Indonesia”. Bulletin of Japanese Comparative Education Society (比較教育学研究), 69, 175-192.
Thesis
- Yokogawa, N. “The Influence of Household Socioeconomic Status on Vocational School Choice: Evidence from Indonesia”. Master thesis, Fudan University, June 2024.
Academic Associations：
- Japan Comparative Education Society (JCES)
- Japan Society for African Education Association (JSAER)
- Japan Society for International Development (JASID)
- Comparative Education Society of Asia (CESA)
Academic Conference Presentation：
- Yokogawa, N. “Transition from Vocational Senior High School to Work in Indonesia” Proposal presented at the 21st International Education Development Forum, Hiroshima University, October 12, 2024. (E)
- Yokogawa, N. “The Influence of Household Socioeconomic Status on Vocational Senior High School Choice: Evidence from Indonesia” Paper presented at the Japan Comparative Education Society The 60th Annual Conference, June 30, 2024. (E)
- Yokogawa, N. “The Influence of Senior High Vocational School Expansion on Enrollments’ Characteristics and Labor Market Outcomes in Indonesia” Paper presented at 2023 CAMPUS Asia Plus Symposium in Shanghai Asian Cooperation in Risk Management in a Changing Era, Fudan University, November 24, 2023. (E)
- Yokogawa, N. “An Analysis of the Employment Probability of Senior High Vocational School Graduates in Indonesia” Paper presented at the 7th International Conference and Ph.D. Colloquium for Economics & Business, Universitas Airlangga, October 4, 2023. (E)
Language/ Skills：
- Japanese, English
- STATA, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Message to Potential Candidates to Ogawa Seminar:
My name is Yokogawa Noa. I enrolled in the Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies, Kobe University, in April 2023. Since junior high school, I have held a vague aspiration to work for an international organization, and I decided to join Professor Ogawa’s seminar because it offers the opportunity to learn from many alumni who are active in such organizations. Additionally, my fieldwork in Indonesia as an undergraduate sparked my interest in addressing educational disparities between regions.
Since enrolling, I’ve been able to gain invaluable experiences that I could never have imagined before, and every day has been deeply fulfilling. In this Ogawa seminar, not only can you acquire academic knowledge in the field of the economics of education, but you can also develop practical skills through internships at international organizations, government agencies, and similar institutions. These experiences provide direct connections to career opportunities and plenty of chances to think about career planning. Moreover, you will be surrounded by peers with similar goals, fostering a supportive and competitive environment where you can learn and grow together.
If you have a goal you wish to achieve in the field of international cooperation or educational development, we warmly welcome you to join us.
