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
For four consecutive years (2023–2026), Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University has been ranked No. 1 in the world for international trade by the QS International Trade Rankings, ahead of institutions such as Cambridge, Oxford, and Columbia.
Thunderbird combines global management, leadership, public policy, and cross-cultural learning to prepare graduates for careers that span industries, sectors, and borders around the world.
Why Thunderbird?
- Ranked No. 1 School for International Trade in the World by QS
- Students from 100+ countries
- Global alumni network spanning 150 countries
- Arizona State University—Ranked No. 1 University for Innovation by U.S. News & World Report
- Cross-sector leadership education
- Global consulting and experiential learning
- Scholarship opportunities for PPIA students
Career Outcomes
- Diplomacy
- International development
- Economic development
- Consulting
- Technology
- Global trade
- Sustainability
- Public Policy
- Nonprofit Leadership
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 ueveraged 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.
Graduate Programs in Global Leadership and Management
Master of Global Management
Master of Leadership & Management
Executive Master of Global Management (EMGM)
Doctorate of Professional Practice in Global Leadership and Management (DPP)
Global Thunderbird Network
- Nearly 50,000 alumni
- Presence in 150 countries
- Worldwide learning opportunities
- International consulting projects
- Global immersion experiences
Your Thunderbird Journey Starts Here
Admissions Information, Events, and Financial Support
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.
