MS in Global Marketing

Master of Science in Global Marketing

In today’s global society – where virtually every business operates across borders – marketing efforts must be customized at every step to appeal to the unique cultural preferences and sensitivities of the broad international community. Thunderbird’s Master of Science in Global Marketing provides a concentrated specialization in global marketing, preparing students for global brand management, new market entry planning, strategic messaging and positioning of new products in the modern global marketplace.

Merging in-depth global marketing curriculum with cross-cultural communications, regional business environment and language courses, Thunderbird’s Master of Science in Global Marketing gives you the skills, insight and training to navigate complex global marketing issues. With this specialized degree, you will be able to apply both marketing science and cross-cultural insights to any marketing campaign, anywhere.

Program at a glance
Student stats
Credit hours

45

Average age

24

Program duration
Depending on internship

15-18 months

Male/female ratio
57% male / 43% female
 
Program format
Campus-based, full-time program with intakes in the fall
 
Average # of countries represented

23

Undergraduate degree requirements
Undergraduate degree in business (major or minor), economics, mathematics, engineering or science.
 
 
Second-language proficiency
Not required for admission, but required before graduation. If you enter the program without a second language, you will take language courses as part of your degree.
 
 
Work experience required
2 years of work experience may be substituted if your undergraduate degree is not in one of the disciplines specified above.
 
 
Degree earned
Master of Science in Global Marketing
 
Master’s to MBA option
After graduation, eligible individuals can apply to an accelerated track of Thunderbird’s MBA program and complete the degree in just two trimesters.
 
 

Learn about program tuition and financing options available to you.