Asia Pacific/India

TAMAHO QUINN

Citizenship(s): Japan
Geographic Areas of Expertise: USA, Japan
Academic Program: Accelerated MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Global Management - Human Resources
Industry Experiences/interests: Employment-based Immigration Law, Relationship and Client Service Management, Global Human Resources and Human Capital Development
Clubs/Associations/Activities: Global HR Management Club, International Development Association, Japan Club, National Association of Women MBAs, and Thunderbird Entrepreneurship Network

Why Thunderbird?
I really felt at home when I first visited the Thunderbird campus. An MBA from Thunderbird and all the experiences that come with the education will give me a broader and more rounded insight into the thinking, working style, and cultures from around the world. Studying at Thunderbird will allow me to enhance my business and leadership skills with a true international focus, which is very important to me.

BIN REN

Citizenship(s): China
Geographic Areas of Expertise: Asia, North America
Academic Program: Traditional MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Customized - Global Marketing/Supply Chain
Industry Experiences/interests: Technology, Renewable energy
Clubs/Associations/Activities: Campus Ambassador Program, ThunderGreen, GLOBE, Thunderbird Student Government Sustainability Chair

Why Thunderbird?
After having earned my degrees in engineering and worked as an engineer in a high-tech firm, I know my next step was to get the best education in business. My ultimate goal is going back to work for a major global company in Asia and an MBA in Global Management will leverage my previous education and experiences the most. Thunderbird is no doubt THE number one business school in global MBA education. I have enjoyed every day of my life being a T-bird. The cultural diversity and academic excellence are among many reasons why I am so in love with my school.

YUNCHUL SHIN

Citizenship(s): Republic of Korea
Geographic Areas of Expertise: Republic of Korea
Academic Program: Traditional MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Customized
Industry Experiences/interests: Engineering / consulting & International development
Clubs/Associations/Activities: Korea Club

Why Thunderbird?
I graduated from two engineering graduate schools in the U.S. and I was looking for an MBA program, especially one that focuses on international business. After being at T-bird, I realized my choice was great because there are awesome classes and great networking opportunities with T-birds from all around world. Based on my experience in two other graduate schools, Thunderbird is a really great school for international students.

TUNG-HAN TSAI

Citizenship(s): Taiwan
Geographic Areas of Expertise: Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Japan
Academic Program: Accelerated MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Customized - Global Marketing/Supply Chain/Entrepreneurship
Industry Experiences/interests: Management Consulting, Brand Management, Marketing, Supply Chain
Clubs/Associations/Activities: Campus Ambassador Program, Taiwan Club, Thunderbird Management & Consulting Association

Why Thunderbird?
Thunderbird really focuses on Global Management, so it has a truly global nature in its programs, faculty, and students. Thunderbird can provide not only the valuable global experiences in its programs, but also an open-minded attitude to help students respect different cultures and communicate with people.

DEEPAK AGARWAL

Citizenship: India
Geographical Areas of Expertise: India, Poland
Academic Program: Traditional MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Global Marketing, Global Entrepreneurship
Industry Experience/Interests: International Development, Brand Management, Retail Management and Entrepreneurship

Why Thunderbird?
I came to Thunderbird because I wanted to develop a broad understanding of how businesses function in a global environment. At Thunderbird, you live, breathe and talk global. You are surrounded by a diverse bunch of individuals who come from all across the world with a wealth of unique experiences. Interactions with these enthusiastic people is what really shapes your experience here and makes you feel invaluable. Being a T-bird is truly a life-changing experience - towards becoming a better person and a successful leader in life.

RENGANATHAM RAMAMOORTHY

Citizenship: India
Geographical Areas of Expertise: India, Germany
Academic Program: Traditional MBA
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Global Marketing, Global Management, Custom
Industry Experience/Interests: Medical Imaging Devices, Medical Imaging Software, eCommerce, Web2.0 startups and companies
Clubs/Associations/Activities: Thunderbird Innovators Circle, Thunderbird marketing Association, Thunderbird Cricket Club, India Subcontinent Club, Thunderbird Management & Consulting Network

Why Thunderbird?
One of the significant reasons why I chose Thunderbird was its people-factor. They were the only school who wrote back to me in a personal, caring way about questions that I had, feedbacks and were a guiding light through the admissions process. That was what got me hook, line and sinker. Other aspects of Thunderbird build upon this friendly nature of people - the students who come from various parts of the world take on this friendliness, you get to improve your own skills in a diverse set of people - be it in class, discussion groups, team projects or activities. For someone who thrives in diversity, I knew this was the place I'd be most comfortable in.

KARAN SHAH

Citizenship: India
Geographic Areas of Expertise: India, Russia
Academic Program: Master of Science in Global Management - MBA in Global Management
Academic Focus at Thunderbird: Custom
Industry Experiences/Interests: Textile and Manufacturing Industry

Why Thunderbird?
Because of the "Truly Global" nature of its programs, students, faculty and campus itself.