Develop the global leadership skills to solve complex challenges across government, business, nonprofits, and international organizations.

The World's No. 1 School for International Trade

Ranked #1 in the world for international trade by QS for four consecutive years (2023-2026)

Scholarships

Why Thunderbird?

Careers and Outcomes

Graduate Programs in Global Leadership and Management

Master of Global Management (MGM)

Master of Leadership & Management (MLM)

Executive Master of Global Management (EMGM) 

Doctorate of Professional Practice in Global Leadership and Management (DPP) 

Student Experiences

Through Thunderbird's Global Challenge Lab, students work directly with organizations to tackle real business challenges, gaining hands-on consulting experience while developing the strategic and analytical skills needed to lead in a global economy.

See Thunderbird in Action

Melissa Torres-Mejia '26

Used her Thunderbird education to turn an innovative research project into an award-winning business, combining global management and data science to create meaningful impact in her community.

Deian Kim '26

Leveraged Thunderbird's diverse global community and leadership opportunities to grow as a student leader, build lasting international connections, and prepare for a career connecting Korean and U.S. markets.

Diego Lara '26

Embraced every opportunity Thunderbird had to offer, leading more than 100 student events, representing both the United States and Mexico as a campus ambassador, and developing the global leadership skills that prepared him to launch an international career in South Korea.