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Does your project have a brand?

Thunderbird Professors Karen Brown, Ph.D., and Richard Ettenson, Ph.D., in Sloan Management Review.

Emerging social sector leaders gather at Thunderbird

The first American Express Leadership Academy at Thunderbird hosts 10 organizations

Three C's of corporate social responsibility

Thunderbird Professor Gregory Unruh kicks off Thunderbird's Executive MBA Lecture Series.

Does Dilbert work for your organization?

Professors seek survey responses for study on strategy dysfunctions.

Inkpen wins international Case Award

Organization honors Thunderbird Professor Andrew C. Inkpen for his study of Southwest Airlines' navigation of the 2008 energy crisis.

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Global Leaders Can Be Made

Global Leaders Can Be Made

Thunderbird President Ángel Cabrera, Ph.D., writes about the components of global leadership.
Walker Center for Global Entrepreneurship

Walker Center for Global Entrepreneurship

Thunderbird Professor Robert Hisrich, Ph.D., and others provide resources for entrepreneurs.
Alumni Impact

Alumni Impact

The Alumni Impact blog highlights the achievements and success stories of “T-birds” all over the world.
Prosper in a Project-Driven World

Prosper in a Project-Driven World

Thunderbird Professor Bill Youngdahl, Ph.D., writes about project leadership.
Thunderbird Student Voices

Thunderbird Student Voices

Thunderbird students share their views on global management from the classroom and around the world.

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Events and Key Dates

Jan. 30: Second-round application deadline for fall 2012
For assistance, contact admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 1 800 457-6966 (US only).

 

Feb. 6: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

Feb. 9: All Programs Information Session
Join us at the Marriott University Park in Tucson to learn about our top-ranked graduate degree programs for full-time students, working professionals and distance learners.

 

Feb. 17-19: Thunderbird 360° Preview Weekend
Get to know Thunderbird first-hand. Talk to professors, meet students, learn about our programs and attend a "regional night." Accommodations and meals provided.

 

Feb. 18: Executive MBA-US Information Session
As part of Thunderbird's 360 Preview Weekend, meet with Executive MBA alumni, current students, faculty and administrators to learn more about how our #3 ranked program can benefit your career and change your life.

 

Feb. 28-Mar 1: Global Mindset Inventory (GMI) Certified Facilitator Training
Take part in this Najafi Global Mindset Institute training program at Thunderbird and become certified to debrief Global Mindset Inventory

 

Mar. 5: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

Mar 5-8: Thunderbird Global Executive Program: Module 1 - U.S.
Learn the intricacies of culture and business while traveling to five modules in the US, Brazil, China, India and South Africa. A 14-month

 

Mar. 13: All Programs Reception
Join us at Seasons 52 in Phoenix to mingle with current Thunderbird students, staff and admissions representatives. Get a taste of Thunderbird – and learn more about our top-ranked graduate degree programs.

 

Mar 15-18: Developing Leaders for Global Roles Summit
Thunderbird's Najafi Global Mindset Institute presents a compelling exploration on the topic of leaders in global roles, with leading-edge practitioners from business and cutting-edge thought leaders from academia.

 

Mar. 24: Executive MBA-US Information Session
Join us on Thunderbird’s campus for an active discussion with Thunderbird EMBA administrators, faculty and alumni. Afterward, join a class session with our current cohort to get a first-hand taste of the EMBA experience.

 

Mar. 30: Third-round application deadline for fall 2012
For assistance, contact admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 1 800 457-6966 (US only). Recommended final deadline for international students.

 

Apr. 2: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

April 4-5: 8th Annual Global Private Equity Conference
Join us on Thunderbird's campus April 4-5 for the 8th Annual Global Private Equity Investing Conference - "Looking for Alpha... but not in the usual places: A fresh look at returns for developing and developed markets."

 

April 13-15: Thunderbird 360° Preview Weekend
Get to know Thunderbird first-hand. Talk to professors, meet students, learn about our programs and attend a "regional night." Accommodations and meals provided.

 

Apr 11-13: Leading Teams for Strategic Results - Arizona
Learn to lead as a strategist and tactician; discover the art of influencing/motivating across functions and cultures; and develop skills to leverage differences within diverse teams.

 

Apr. 14: Executive MBA-US Information Session
As part of Thunderbird's 360 Preview Weekend, meet with Executive MBA alumni, current students, faculty and administrators to learn more about how our #3 ranked program can benefit your career and change your life.

 

Apr 16-18: Global Product Innovation
Discover practical, real-world best practices, tips, techniques and case histories for designing and developing products for the US, developed and emerging countries.

 

Apr. 24: "How to Finance Your MBA" Info Session
During this session, Thunderbird's Director of Financial Aid and Professor of Accounting discuss the aid options available to you, as well as possible tax implications for tuition. Geared for EMBA candidates, but all candidates are welcome.

 

Apr 23-25: Leading Teams for Strategic Results - Paris, France
Learn to lead as a strategist and tactician; discover the art of influencing/motivating across functions and cultures; and develop skills to leverage differences within diverse teams.

 

Apr. 30: Priority application deadline for fall 2012 working professional programs
For assistance, contact admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 1 800 457-6966 (US only).

 

May 2-4: Achieve a Winning "Marketing Mindset"
Learn new strategies to attract and keep customers and win in the global arena. Sharpen your global marketing perspective and gain a deep understanding of the global marketplace.

 

May 7: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

May 10: All Programs Information Session
Join us at the Phoenix Airport Marriott to learn about our top-ranked graduate degree programs for full-time students, working professionals and distance learners.

 

May 10: Final application deadline for fall 2012
For assistance, contact admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 1 800 457-6966 (US only).

 

May 9-11: International Conference for Healthcare Leaders
Delivered in partnership with The Callaway Leadership Institute, this conference addresses the clinical business issues at the forefront of global healthcare delivery.

 

May 12-14: Transformational Healthcare Leadership
Establish trust in your work - and grow your business - by complementing your clinical training with professional development in leadership and management. Delivered in partnership with The Callaway Leadership Institute.

 

May 15-17: Global Mindset Inventory (GMI) Certified Facilitator Training
Take part in this Najafi Global Mindset Institute training program at Thunderbird and become certified to debrief Global Mindset Inventory (GMI) results.

 

May 22-24: Leading & Managing in Turbulent Times Program
This 12-evening course analyzes culturally diverse global business issues from the perspective of the functional areas of an MBA.

 

June 4: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

June 9: All Programs Information Session
Join us on Thunderbird’s Glendale, AZ campus to learn about our top-ranked graduate degree programs for full-time students, working professionals and distance learners.

 

June 23: Executive MBA-US Information Session
Join us on Thunderbird's campus for our final Executive MBA information session of the season. Meet with EMBA alumni, current students, faculty and administrators to learn more about how our #3 ranked program.

 

June 30: Final application deadline for fall 2012 working professional programs
For assistance, contact admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 1 800 457-6966 (US only).

 

July 2: Online Executive Certificate tracks begin
Enroll now in one of our online executive certificates in global business essentials, corporate social responsibility, finance, leadership, management, marketing, negotiations, international credit & trade finance, or oil & gas management.

 

July 14-15: ThunderDay
Explore what student life is all about during this event on Thunderbird's Glendale, Arizona campus. Lodging and meals provided.

 

June 6-8: Communicating & Negotiating with a Global Mindset
Learn your Global Mindset profile and practice successful cross-cultural communication and negotiation strategies.