MS Master of Science

Master of Science in Global Management Master of Science in Global Finance Master of Science in Global Marketing

In today’s borderless economy, you need a firm understanding of what it takes to conduct business in an environment where the nuances of culture and politics add complexity – and opportunity – to every business decision. You need Thunderbird.

At Thunderbird School of Global Management, we have recognized the power of blending business and international relations since our inception over 65 years ago – and we have built our very curriculum, culture and school around harnessing the potential of global business. We believe business has the ability not only to generate financial gains, but also to connect cultures around the globe and create a sustainable world economy – and we’ve developed our degree programs to teach students the intricacies of doing business from a global perspective with a commitment to corporate social responsibility worldwide.

Launch your global career with a Master of Science

Ranked #1 in the world #1 “Best in International Business” Full-time MBA Financial Times (2007-2011)

#1 “International” Full-time MBA U.S. News & World Report (1995-2012)

#1 “Potential to Network” The Economist (2010)

Thunderbird’s Master of Science programs are uniquely designed to meet the needs of graduate students who are seeking either a general management degree with a global focus – or a specialization in a particular global business discipline. Our MS degrees: • Begin every Fall • Can be completed in 15-18 months • Expose you to hands-on learning experiences and internships abroad • Merge global business curriculum with instruction in global affairs and cross-cultural interaction • Include 51 credit hours (6 hours of language to attain a second-language proficiency) If you enter the program proficient in a second language, you can waive the six hours of required language courses.

Master of Science in Global Management For recent liberal-arts undergraduates or early-career professionals with a passion for global management – but a lack of academic or professional experience in the field – breaking through the competition can be fierce. An understanding of fundamental global business principles, coupled with an understanding of how cultural nuances affect business and business interactions, is critical. This program provides a broad-stroke education in global business with core courses in accounting, finance, management, entrepreneurship and marketing – all taught from a truly global perspective. Graduates are prepared for general management positions in global organizations.

Master of Science in Global Finance In today’s global economy, successful finance professionals need to understand the global financial regulations, regional dynamics, national laws and cultural differences that drive international finance. This program provides a specialization in global finance, coupled with instruction in cross-cultural relations and general management disciplines, to give you the skills, insight and training for effective financial decision-making and strategy on an international scale. Graduates of this program are prepared to lead a global organization’s international fiscal efforts in financial management positions.

Master of Science in Global Marketing Every culture and region of the world has societal differences, cultural preferences and sensitivities. In today’s global society – where virtually every business operates across borders – marketing must appeal to these preferences and sensitivities. It must be customized at every step – whether it’s global brand management, new market entry planning, or strategic messaging and positioning for a new product. This program provides a concentrated specialization in global marketing, preparing graduates for marketing management positions in global organizations, where they can apply both marketing science and cross-cultural insight to any campaign.

“After my time at Thunderbird, I better understand other parts of the world. This is due to interaction with fellow students who are from and have had experiences in every country, and also because of classes with a strong international focus.” —Kevin Shah ‘12, India

Thunderbird Campus, Glendale, AZ USA

“Thunderbird is the only place where I get unique and powerful educational experiences that greatly influence how I manage business in diverse social, economic and political environments.” — Fengqi Zhang ’12, China

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN GLOBAL FINANCE

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN GLOBAL MARKETING

Recent undergraduates (typically from a liberal arts background) or early-career professionals who are interested in launching a career in global management.

Individuals with an interest in specializing in global finance and pursuing or accelerating their career in this specialization.

Individuals with an interest in specializing in global marketing and pursuing or accelerating their career in this specialization.

A broad overview of global management, with courses in these global business areas:

Core curriculum in global finance, including general management and global affairs, plus 15 credit hours reserved for global finance electives such as:

Core curriculum in global marketing, including general management and global affairs, plus 15 credit hours reserved for global marketing electives such as:

• Corporate Financial Reporting • Financial Statement Analysis • Investment Banking • Multinational Corporate Finance • Global Portfolio Management • Global Private Equity

• Customer Analysis • Channel Management • Global Product Development • Global Marketing Research • Global Brand Management • Analysis for Strategic Marketing

This degree prepares graduates for management positions at global organizations. Recent MS graduates landed jobs in this discipline such as:

This degree prepares graduates for financial management positions at global organizations. Recent MS graduates landed jobs in this discipline such as:

This degree prepares graduates for marketing management positions at global organizations. Recent MS graduates landed jobs in this discipline such as:

• Corporate Leadership Development Program, Burger King Corporation • Project Manager, Linkage Inc. • Business Development Director, Isterlab Training & Consulting • Community Manager, Booyah

• Senior Consultant, Booz Allen Hamilton • Political Risk Insurance Broker, International Risk Consultants, Inc. • Process Improvement Strategist, Mallory Alexander International Logistics • Registered Broker, Charles Schwab

• International Business Analyst, Vanguard Marketing International • Marketing Project Manager, Microsoft Middle East • Product Marketing Engineer, Intel Corporation • Marketing & Customer Insight, Vestas • International Strategic Growth Analyst, Raytheon Missile Systems

No work experience or educational business background required; must hold a four-year undergraduate degree.

Two years of work experience, or a four-year undergraduate degree in business (major or minor), economics, science, mathematics or engineering.

Two years of work experience, or a four-year undergraduate degree in business (major or minor), economics, science, mathematics or engineering.

• Accounting • Finance • Quantitative methods • Economics • Marketing • Political Economy • Entrepreneurship • Regional business environments • Cross-cultural communications/ negotiation

Global study opportunities Master of Science candidates have the opportunity to study abroad while taking intensive two- to three-week courses called Winterims. Global destinations for these learning experiences have included South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Jordan, China, Switzerland and more. T-birds exploring China during a study abroad

Speak the language of global business To round out Thunderbird’s truly global approach to business education, Master of Science students are required to be proficient in a second language before graduation. If you enter the program with a second language, you can waive this requirement by taking an oral proficiency exam.

Internships Additional global study opportunities are available to you through summer internships with corporations and organizations around the globe. Thunderbird’s Career Management Center offers you support and assistance in landing internships that put the global skills you are learning in our classrooms into practice. Master of Science students have completed internships – which often lead to full-time job offers – with such organizations as:

MANAGEMENT • National Geographic, Washington, D.C.

If you do not have a second language upon entering the program, we encourage you to experience language first-hand by enrolling in our Summer Language Program Abroad the summer before you enter your degree program. Through this immersive program, you can learn:

• University of Arizona/Advanced Technology Transfer Program, Mexico • Hewlett-Packard, Texas • Taylor De Jongh, Inc., Washington D.C. MARKETING • Bristol Myers Squibb, New Jersey

• Mandarin Chinese in China

• Dematic Logistics System Ltd., China

• Spanish in South America

• Korea Trade Center, Los Angeles

• French in France

• Resource Energo JSC, Russia FINANCE • First Financial Equity Corp., Arizona • O-I, Ohio • Remington Financial Group, Arizona • Tecnicas Reunidas, Spain

T-birds experience Iguazu Falls, Argentina

The student experience at Thunderbird As a Master of Science student at Thunderbird, you not only experience a diversity of culture on campus, but a plethora of culture in the community around campus.

On campus Thunderbird’s vibrant community provides its own global learning laboratory as students interact with classmates and professors from more than 50 nations. Three times per trimester, Regional Nights immerse students in their classmates’ cultures through dance, fashion and cuisine. Further global interaction occurs through participation in more than 50 student clubs ranging from Rugby Club and Outdoor Adventure Club to International Development Association and Japan Club.

Regional Night on Thunderbird Campus

Thunderbird’s historic campus also offers: • An on-campus dining hall • Multiple student accommodations • A state-of-the-art library • The Thunderbird Pub • Multiple outdoor gathering areas • A campus pool • Complimentary access to the nearby YMCA health club

Off campus Thunderbird is located in Glendale, Arizona, just minutes from the metropolitan city of Phoenix – one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities and the nation’s 5th largest. Museums, cultural attractions, performing arts groups, world-class resorts, spas, professional sports and shopping are part of the urban experience. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, outdoor activities in Phoenix’s many parks, mountains, golf courses and nearby lakes are also abundant.

Pool area, Thunderbird Campus

If you are interested in adventure, a day trip from Phoenix can take you to the: • World-famous Grand Canyon • Red-rock formations of Sedona • Bright lights of Las Vegas • Sunny beaches of San Diego • Cosmopolitan bustle of Los Angeles View of Grand Canyon in Arizona

Who are T-Birds? T-birds are global leaders who are committed to making the world a better place. They believe that global management can be a force for positive economic and social change. They possess management, leadership and cross-cultural skills that enable them to make a difference anywhere in the world. In short, T-birds are the caliber of leaders businesses want and the world needs.

For more information contact us at [email protected] +1 602 978-7100 800 457-6966 (US only) Address: 1 Global Place Glendale, AZ 85306-6000 United States of America

Learn more about our Master of Science programs at www.thunderbird.edu

(Front cover) Thunderbird campus, Glendale, Arizona USA

09/2011