Our graduates lead across sectors At Thunderbird, students don’t just earn a degree, they launch the careers of their dreams. With the guidance of our deeply knowledgeable career coaches and the support of globally minded staff, our graduates lead worldwide as catalysts for impact.
T-birds are equipped to make an impact wherever they go
Why Thunderbird? Degrees built for the world—and for you Thunderbird prepares leaders who are driven by purpose, inspired by impact, and ready to lead across cultures. If you are motivated by sustainability, diplomacy, or social innovation—and want to work on a global stage—Thunderbird is built for you.
As a student, you’ll connect with alumni through career fairs, networking events, and panels to help introduce you to industry professionals and/or provide insight on ways to elevate your career path. After graduation, you’ll join our lifelong global family of 45,000+ alumni across 145+ countries. Learn more at thunderbird.asu.edu/alumni
• Global perspective: Learn with peers from 50+ countries and gain the cultural intelligence to navigate complex international environments. • Purpose-driven education: Many students pivot careers or start fresh—driven by a mission to make business a force for good. • Skills that set you apart: Master core business foundations while advancing expertise in global strategy, ethical leadership, sustainability, and intercultural communication. • Applied learning: Go beyond theory with internships, case studies, applied research, and Thunderbird’s signature Global Challenge Lab, where you tackle real-world challenges for organizations worldwide. • Scholarships and support: Your success should never be limited by financial barriers. Thunderbird offers a wide portfolio of scholarships and fellowships to help make your ambitions possible. Learn more at thunderbird.asu.edu/ degree/future-students/funding
Take the next step Start your Thunderbird journey today. Launch a career that reflects your values while connecting you with the world.
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Thunderbird School of Global Management Preparing you for careers across borders and industries.
Career Management Center • A dedicated career coach, available to support you through your career journey • Boutique-style employer interactions, designed to connect students with multi-national employers • Informed career coaches who can support you in traditional and non-traditional career paths • Curated digital career resources, including AI tools, databases, and specialized training, leading to an impactful career
Redefining success Thunderbird’s Career Management Center provides a true concierge experience. Our career coaches bring decades of global expertise, offering tailored support for your unique aspirations, domestically and abroad. Thunderbird students are often focused on a career with global impact, and the CMC has the experience and resources to guide students toward that. Beyond coaching, Thunderbird’s unmatched community stands ready to open doors, share knowledge, and champion your success every step of the way.
Careers that cross borders Thunderbird graduates launch careers worldwide across sectors, with jobs such as: • Executive Director, American International University (Kuwait) • ESG Consultant, Deloitte (U.S.) • Global Supply Manager, Lucid Motors (U.S.) • Program Manager, UNDP (Switzerland) • Pathways Operations Manager, Amazon (Japan) • Strategy Associate, World Bank (Colombia) • Commercial Associate, S&P Global (South Korea)
Student Success team From recruitment to graduation, Thunderbird’s Student Success team ensures you’re empowered, supported, connected, and positioned for lasting professional and academic success. We partner with students at every stage of their journey— offering strategic guidance, expert resources, and personalized support from recruitment and admissions to student engagement, career development, and academic advising.
Class of 2024 outcomes and salaries • 93% employment rate: A vast majority of our graduates secure positions shortly after graduation. • $45,000 average salary increase: Upon graduation, our students often experience substantial salary growth or secure roles that provide compensation commensurate with their experience. • 12% relocate abroad: Many of our U.S. based (domestic) students secure their first job in an international market once they graduate.
Alumni testimonial “Thunderbird gave me the ability to see challenges and opportunities from a broad, global lens, while also equipping me with the tools and mindset to apply digital transformation in a practical way.” -Indri Driawati Senior Analyst | Learning and Competency Development, Bank Indonesia Institute
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Global Challenge Lab Thunderbird’s capstone Global Challenge Lab (GCL) connects students with leading organizations worldwide to tackle pressing issues in growth, innovation, and impact. Students gain the opportunity to: • Collaborate with 3–6 classmates on an intensive three-week consulting project • Partner with multinational corporations, nonprofits, universities, or government agencies • Immerse themselves in a new culture while sharpening professional skills • Present directly to executives, refine solutions, and strengthen client relationships