Thunderbird News

Thunderbird welcomes most diverse, international cohort of students

Thunderbird welcomes a new era of future global leaders and managers and marks the start of the fall 2023 semester with a record-breaking cohort.

The fall 2023 master of global management (MGM) and accelerated MGM cohort is the most diverse and international cohort in Thunderbird's recent history, with over 84% of the class coming from a country outside of the United States. Thunderbird incoming students will also be joining over 15,000 international students at ASU at large.

Donor Spotlight

Julie Pink '94 donates lead contribution to Denver Chapter Scholarship Fund

What led you to give back to Thunderbird?

Contributing to a scholarship fund is a great way to attract students from different socio-economic backgrounds to Thunderbird while paying it forward to those needing financial support in their pursuit of a global education.

Why do you feel it is important, as an alumna, to philanthropically support Thunderbird?

Investing in Thunderbird is crucial to maintaining and growing its legacy as a top educator of global leaders committed to a world of peace, prosperity, and sustainability.

What excites you the most about the future and the next generation of global leaders?

The next generation of global leaders have both the opportunity and responsibility to guide how technological advancements are used to solve some of our greatest global challenges in a way that progresses societies.

What advice do you have for Thunderbird students as they embark on the next chapter of their lives?

Carry forward the Thunderbird spirit of cross-cultural curiosity, collaboration, and respect; and promote these values in the workplace.

Julie is leading the way in establishing the new scholarship endowment in support of future T-birds from Colorado. Learn more via the button below.

Lifelong Learning

Master of Leadership and Management with a specialization in Financial Integrity

The Master of Leadership and Management with a specialization in Financial Integrity (MLM-FI) is the premier graduate-level program in anti-money laundering, combatting the financing of terrorism, and targeted sanctions avoidance law, policy, and practice. To be truly effective, professionals must be knowledgeable about the law and policy of each of these measures. The MLM-FI degree program is carefully and expressly designed to accomplish exactly that goal.

The program is taught over a series of two-day weekends over a 12-month period at the ASU Barrett & O'Connor Washington Center in Washington, D.C.

Leadership in Emerging Markets executive certificate

December 4-7, 2023 (Phoenix, AZ)

Great leaders leave a legacy of great accomplishments, impacting their organizations and their people. While leaders begin by setting the direction and expectations, the bulk of their energies are devoted to aligning their organizations, developing and motivating their people, and managing performance.

Thunderbird's executive certificate in Leadership in Emerging Markets equips professionals with the skills to lead in dynamic environments — ones that often lack resources and role models. Leaders will emerge from this program reaping the unparalleled benefits and rewards that come with igniting change in their organizations and honing their leadership style and roadmap.

Save 50% with code: BDA15E

Accelerating Leadership and Management of Global Creative Industries executive certificate

January 20-21, 2024 (Dubai, UAE)

Global Creative Industries are driving dramatic and far-reaching changes in business, culture, and society. As a vital source of transformative ideas, these industries are also remaking themselves as new technologies emerge and talent is mixed with deep and enriching traditions of creativity and innovation.

Thunderbird’s executive certificate in Accelerating Leadership and Management of Global Creative Industries features leading academic faculty and coaches, creative business leaders, and valuable learning materials customized for those transforming the creative industries and themselves.

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Space Leadership, Business, and Policy executive certificate

November 5–9 (Washington, D.C.)

Space is booming. Learn to lead in the new space economy. An increasing number of commercial startups and emerging entrepreneurs are building their business models around products or services for space markets. From NASA’s budget expanding for the first time in decades to the establishment of the United States Space Force, the space sector is boldly making new commitments to the final frontier. This certificate features powerful guest speakers, valuable learning materials, and more.

Taught by globally recognized space leaders and distinguished academic faculty, participants will learn from experts and practitioners how to discover growth opportunities in the space industry.

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Faculty Spotlight

Financial integrity: Navigating new dynamics and preparing future leaders

Richard Gordon, Professor

Money laundering is the act of making illicit funds that are obtained through criminal activity appear legitimate. Drug and human trafficking, smuggling, corruption, and other crimes tend to generate large amounts of money.

For criminals to financially benefit while concealing their illicit activity, they use many practices to "clean" the money. If you've seen the hit television series “Breaking Bad,” you have an idea of what this looks like.

Stay Connected

Update your contact information

Be sure to update your preferred contact information on T-bird Connect to receive the latest communications from Thunderbird and your local alumni chapter. Need assistance with activating or accessing your T-bird Connect account? Contact the Thunderbird Office of Alumni Engagement by email or phone at +1 602-496-7125.

Download the T-bird Connect app

Download the T-bird Connect app and access a suite of alumni resources right from your mobile device including the ability to find a fellow T-bird, access the roster of alumni chapters and affinity groups, and participate in signature programs including the Thunderbird Mentorship Program.

Activate your T-bird Connect account today by clicking here.

You can also watch our step-by-step guide for more details on signing up.

Request your Thunderbird alumni email address

All alumni have access to a Thunderbird alumni email account. If you haven’t received one or need assistance logging in, please contact the Thunderbird IT department via the button below. You can log into your Thunderbird alumni email account here.

Estate planning resources: Available to Thunderbird alumni at no cost

Are you ready to plan your will or trust? We would like to give you a free Estate Planning Guide. This information can help you successfully plan your estate and avoid an accidental disinheritance. Click below to request a copy today.