Curriculum

Prepare to lead in today's global economy

Thunderbird's Master of Science in Global Management curriculum is designed to give you a deep understanding of fundamental global business principles, along with an understanding of how cultural relations affect business interactions. We combine classroom instruction in global business with cross-cultural interactions for a truly immersive education. The program curriculum features a broad-stroke education with global business courses in all management disciplines, as well as a winterim/summerim study-abroad opportunity.

Your studies begin with Foundations Week, an interactive and engaging course covering key aspects of leadership, team-building, motivation, ethics, cross-cultural communication, self-assessment, professional development and career management strategies. You will also have the opportunity to participate in Global Professional Development Seminars presented by our Career Management Center – completing coursework in topics such as business presentations, public speaking, cross-cultural teambuilding and networking, business report writing and business etiquette in global settings.  
Economics bootcamps

Depending on your undergraduate background, you may be required to take an online economics bootcamp prior to beginning the program. Read more.
English proficiency

Depending on your TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score (if applicable), you may be required to take “Business English Communications” course(s) prior to beginning the program. 

 

 

 

 

 

Sample course descriptions

Note: Not all courses shown here are taught at all times. This listing represents a sample of the courses available at Thunderbird, but is not meant to be all-inclusive. Please speak with an admissions representative to discuss the specific classes being offered in the next term.

  • Topics in Global Bus: Ind Res
    Course Number: GF-5915
    Credit Hours: 1.50

    This is a special program for independent research topic in the field of Global Business. Regularly scheduled consultations between student and instructor are required. This course is not open to entering students. The topic must be approved in the preceding semester in which this course is to be taken.

  • Topics in Global Bus: Ind Research
    Course Number: GF-5903
    Credit Hours: 3.00

    This is a special program for independent research topic in the field of Global Business. Regularly scheduled consultations between student and instructor are required. This course is not open to entering students. The topic must be approved in the preceding semester in which this course is to be taken.

  • Topics in Modern Lang:Ind Res
    Course Number: ML-5903
    Credit Hours: 3.00

    The student undertakes independent reading and/or research on approved topics in the field of Modern Languages. Topics may range from business and financial issues to the social or political aspects of countries or areas whose native language is taught at the School. A formal proposal containing a clear statement of purpose must be submitted for approval during the preceding semester. Readings, discussion and papers are in the target language. Close consultation with the supervising instructor is required.

  • Tutoring
    Course Number: TU-1000
    Credit Hours: 0.00

    The goal of this seminar is to challenge future global leaders, whether headed to business, government or the social sector, to reflect critically about their role in creating a more just, inclusive and sustainable world economy. The seminar will encourage participants to question their fundamental assumptions about the human condition, their personal values, and their understanding of leadership.

  • US Foreign Econ Policy & New Global Env
    Course Number: GF-5724
    Credit Hours: 3.00

    The course will provide an assessment of current trends and foci in U.S. foreign economic policy, with a special focus on the recent global economic downturn and the impact of war on U.S. foreign policy. Washington policy makers, international business executives, think tank scholars, media representatives, and academicians will provide a series of presentations on important elements of international business processes and environments and how they interrelate with U.S. foreign policy.

  • Valuation of the Private Firm
    Course Number: GF-5421
    Credit Hours: 3.00

    This course is for entrepreneurs and venture financiers who desire to learn how non-public firms are valued. The course consists of lectures, in-class presentations by guest experts, in-class presentations by students, written examinations, team projects, and various assigned readings. Lectures will cover a review of financial theory and analytical techniques as they relate to valuation, a review of the various types of valuations mandated by law, and circumstance and the identification of the appropriate valuation techniques to apply in each circumstance.

  • Winterim in Japan:The Grand Basho
    Course Number: GF-4608
    Credit Hours: 3.00

    The course will provide an intense focused experience in Japan for all levels of previous exposure to the country. The course is intended to provide a re-introduction to Japanese business culture and current globalization trends in the Japanese market. The program will include guest speakers, corporate presentations, on-site visitation and information discussions with local businesses and members of the community.

  • Winterim in Switzerland
    Course Number: GF-4522
    Credit Hours: 3.00

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