Opportunity overview
The Department of Education International, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Japan in Brisbane and the Iwasaki Sangyo Corporation, is proud to deliver the Iwasaki Sangyo Business Prize—an esteemed annual award that recognises the commitment of Queensland students in Economics and Business.
Each year, outstanding Queensland Year 9 and Year 10 Economics and Business students are rewarded with a 2-week tour to Japan. Recipients will have the unique opportunity to enhance their business and language skills, delve into Japan's rich historical and cultural heritage, and forge meaningful connections with local entrepreneurs and leading Japanese companies and organisations.
This prize not only recognises commitment to economics and business-related learning, but also fosters intercultural understanding, helping to cultivate global competence in an increasingly interconnected world.
Prize inclusions
- Return domestic flights to and from Brisbane
- Return international flights
- GoSafe travel insurance
- Hotel accommodation (shared rooming arrangement)
- Most meals
- Visa if required
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements for students
- Be a full-time Year 9 or Year 10 student at a Queensland high school (state or non-state).
- Study Economics and Business as part of their schooling, intend to continue with the study and use of these subjects and have an interest in Japanese language and culture.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen residing in Australia.
- Have (or be willing to obtain) a current and valid passport with at least 6 months' validity from the date of return to Australia.
Eligibility requirement for chaperones
- Be a fully registered teacher at a Queensland school (state or non-state).
- Be permanently employed at the time of application and program delivery.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen residing in Australia.
- Have (or be willing to obtain) a current and valid passport with at least 6 months' validity from the date of return to Australia.
Application
Application packs for students and chaperones will be available in 2025.
Key dates
Travel dates: July 2026 (exact dates to advised)
Applications close: 5.00pm Friday 14 November 2025
Online information sessions:
- 3.30pm Monday 16 June 2025
- 3.30pm Thursday 11 September 2025
Promotional resources for schools
2024 prize recipients
The 2024 prize recipients are:
- Dannielle Armstrong – Yeppoon State High School
- Jayden Baker – Springfield Central State High School
- Miria Tangaroawhai – Trinity Bay State High School
- Noah-Jay – Coolum State High School.