Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU Overview Brochure (2026)

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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.

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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

Virtual centers

- Phoenix, AZ, USA (Global Headquarters) - Geneva, Switzerland - Dubai, UAE - Seoul, Korea - Guadalajara, Mexico - Jakarta, Indonesia

- 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.

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

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

Graduate degrees Master of Global Management (MGM)

Master of Leadership and Management (MLM)

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

For working professionals | Online | Flexible scheduling | 12 to 24-month program | Start dates: January, May, 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 degree 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

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

Concurrent degree Master of Global Management (MGM) 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 | Two degrees for only 64 credits | Start date: August

Professional doctorate Doctor of Professional Practice in Global Leadership and Management (DPP) For organization and industry practitioners | Online | 36 - 48 months | Start date: August

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Certificate programs Undergraduate Certificate in International Trade

Graduate Certificate in Global Management, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required

Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required

Undergraduate Certificate in Global Management

Online | Ongoing enrollment | No experience required

Executive Education Powered by ASU 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 Through the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative, Thunderbird offers world-class business and leadership education in more than 40 languages to learners around the globe at no cost.

The Initiative advances Thunderbird’s mission to educate and empower global leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers while expanding access to innovation and entrepreneurship education worldwide. Learners can complete courses at their own pace while gaining practical knowledge and skills that support personal, professional, and community impact.

Designed for learners, organizations, corporations, and communities alike, the Initiative provides flexible online learning opportunities that promote economic mobility, leadership development,

and sustainable prosperity through three tailored educational pathways:

Foundational Programs:

Intermediate Program:

Advanced Program:

Accessible to learners with limited time, confidence, or prior exposure to get started and be introduced to core entrepreneurship and business concepts in two

Designed for those who want to apply entrepreneurship and leadership concepts more deeply and/or earn undergraduate credit.

Aimed at those who are seeking leadership, management, and strategic capabilities and/or want to earn academic credit toward a master’s degree.

highly accessible formats.

What learners earn: Badges for completed courses Certificates for completed programs Pathways to academic credit

Learn more and register today at 100millionlearners.org

Global and multinational school With nearly 50,000 distinguished alumni in 150 countries, and a rapidly expanding network of centers of excellence 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.

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Updated June 2026