Global Leadership for the Digital Age
About Thunderbird
Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is the world’s premier institution for global leadership and management education. More than a school, Thunderbird is a dynamic global network of leaders and changemakers spanning sectors and continents. For nearly 80 years, it has cultivated visionary leaders through an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum focused on global management, cross-cultural communication, and international political economy. Thunderbird joined ASU in 2014, uniting its legacy with the nation’s most innovative university. Its Global Headquarters in Downtown Phoenix is a cutting-edge hub empowering the next generation of leaders to shape the future of global commerce and diplomacy.
Undergraduate degrees
Bachelor of Global Management (BGM)
Full-time | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona | Choose international business track or language and culture track | Internship and Senior Capstone Project required | 4-year program | Start dates: January, May, August
Bachelor of Science in International Trade (BSIT)
Full-time | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona| STEM certified | Internship and Senior Capstone Project required | Optional internship | 4-year program | Start dates: January, May, August
Graduate degrees
Master of Global Management (MGM)
For early to mid-career professionals | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona | Customizable interdisciplinary concentrations | 16 to 21-month program | Start dates: January, August
Accelerated Master of Global Management
ASU Accelerated 5-year track for high-performing undergraduates | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona | 5-year program (ASU undergraduate degree + MGM) | Start dates: January, August
Executive degrees
Executive Master of Global Management (EMGM)
For experienced professionals | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona | Monthly classes and global seminars | 1-year program | Start date: August
Executive Master of Arts in Global Affairs and Management (EMAGAM)
For mid-career professionals | Washington, D.C. | Hybrid (online and in-person) 1-year program | Start date: August
Professional doctorates
Doctor of Professional Practice in Global Leadership and Management (DPP)
For organization and industry practitioners | Online | 36 - 48 months | Start date: August
Online Bachelor of Global Management (OBGM)
Full-time | Online | Professional management skills | Internship and Senior Capstone Project required | Highly flexible | 4-year program | Start dates: January, March, May, June, August, October
Online Bachelor of Science in International Trade (OBSIT)
Full-time | Online | STEM certified | Internship and Senior Capstone Project required | 4-year program | Start dates: January, March, May, June, August, October
Master of Leadership and Management (MLM)
For working professionals | Online | Flexible scheduling | 12 to 24-month program | Start dates: January, May, August
Accelerated Master of Leadership and Management
ASU Accelerated 5-year track for high-performing undergraduates | Online | No experience required | Start dates: January, March, May, June, August, October
Master of Global Management and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Business
For early to mid-career professionals | In-person at Thunderbird Global Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona and W. P. Carey in Tempe, Arizona | Twoyear program | Start date: August
Executive Master of Global Management: Space Leadership, Business, and Policy (EMGM-Space)
For professionals seeking executive management expertise in the booming space sector | Phoenix, Arizona | Hybrid (online and in-person) | 1-year program | Start date: August
Thunderbird’s regional network
Thunderbird’s unique combination of physical and virtual regional centers embodies our mission of advancing global leadership. With over 15 dedicated regional representatives, we are well-positioned to serve our diverse global community.
Physical locations
- Phoenix, AZ, USA (Global Headquarters)
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Dubai, UAE
- Seoul, Korea
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Jakarta, Indonesia
Virtual centers
- Tokyo, Japan
- Shanghai, China
- Mumbai, India
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- London, United Kingdom
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Cairo, Egypt
Thunderbird’s presence in partnership with Arizona State University extends to the ASU California Center in Los Angeles and the Barrett & O’Connor Washington Center in Washington, D.C., reinforcing our commitment to shaping the future of global business leadership.
At the heart of Thunderbird’s global network is our state-of-the-art Global Headquarters in Phoenix, AZ, which opened in 2021. Situated in the fifth-largest and fastest-growing U.S. city, this facility enhances connections with key public and private organizations and offers opportunities for innovation and recreation in a dynamic international hub.
Certificate programs
Undergraduate Certificate in International Trade
Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required
Undergraduate Certificate in Global Management
Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required
Executive Education
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Graduate Certificate in Global Management, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required
Our Executive Education programs are designed to tackle current and future business challenges in an increasingly complex global marketplace. These programs are led by a diverse network of thought leaders who blend academic expertise with industry experience. Gain the necessary skills to lead in a diverse, global marketplace through on-demand or live executive certificate programs.
Certificates for individuals
Thunderbird offers a suite of programs designed to challenge business leaders to more effectively think and deliver results in a constantly evolving and turbulent world. Curriculum is offered through on-demand (online) or live (in-person or online) certificate programs.
Custom programs for organizations
Thunderbird partners with enterprises of all sizes, industries, and sectors to offer leading-edge integrated talent development experiences that sharpen performance and improve organizational capacity.
Corporate Partners Program
Thunderbird Executive Education’s Corporate Partners Program provides a strategic solution for organizations committed to continuous learning and talent development.
Corporate partners benefit from exclusive access to reserved seats in our open enrollment and on demand programs, offered at highly discounted rates. These programs cover a diverse range of topics and industries, ensuring comprehensive skill development for your staff members.
Contact us today for more information about Thunderbird Executive Education: +1 602 496 7500 | exec.ed@thunderbird.asu.edu thunderbird.asu.edu/exec-ed
Lifelong learning
The Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative is revolutionizing access to world-class business and leadership education. Since launching in January 2022, it has empowered learners from around the world by providing high-quality content in over 40 languages—at no cost to the learner.
This groundbreaking effort equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to transform their lives, uplift communities, and fuel global progress. Entrepreneurs, professionals, and changemakers alike are creating meaningful impact. Designed for individual learners, organizations, and corporations, the Initiative offers three tailored pathways that serve diverse needs and stakeholders—unlocking economic mobility and expanding opportunity through education.
Foundational Program:
Accessible to learners of any educational background, providing essential skills and knowledge.
Intermediate Program:
Designed for those with high school or undergraduate education, offering more advanced content.
Advanced Program:
Aimed at graduatelevel learners seeking specialized and in-depth expertise.
Learn more and register today at 100millionlearners.org
Global and multinational school
With over 45,000 distinguished alumni in nearly 150 countries, and a network of physical and virtual centers in all regions, Thunderbird delivers cutting-edge and fit-for-purpose programs, from executive education to basic entrepreneurship training, providing stackable degrees and credentials to professionals across the globe.
45,000+ 46% 150+
alumni across 148 countries
live outside the U.S.
alumni participating in our mentor program