Bachelor of Global Management
Location:
ASU West Valley
Start dates:
May,
Aug,
Jan
Scholarships:
Available
Overview
Prepare for success in a global marketplace through specialized courses like global marketing; states and markets in a global economy; and multinational organizational leadership. Equipped with a strong global business background, you will be ready for a career in global marketing, consulting, foreign service, human resources, entrepreneurship and many others.
The Bachelor of Global Management (BGM) prepares students to take on entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial leadership roles in multinational corporations, government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, startup or social enterprises. Thunderbird's elite faculty and strong relationships with global enterprises allow students to develop and hone the skills needed to thrive as leaders in today's globally interconnected economy. Students gain experience and develop skills that international companies, governments, and nonprofit entities value highly in employees.
Everyone in the BGM program has the opportunity to explore the politics, cultures, and economics of different countries around the world while putting the skills they have learned into practice in real-world settings through a required international internship. Although students are strongly encouraged to pursue internships outside their home country, they may also satisfy this requirement by doing a local internship with an international component.
BGM students also complete a senior capstone project that draws on the unique skills they have developed throughout the program. In the capstone project, students work together in consulting teams to provide recommendations for a global organization on a challenge it faces internationally. The internship and the capstone project allow students to demonstrate their skills and work experience for potential employers as part of their professional development plan.
Who should attend?
- Students interested in starting a global career.
- Transfer students who want to focus on global management and leadership skills.
- Students who want to take on leadership roles in multinational corporations, government agencies, global nongovernmental organizations, startups or social enterprises.
- Students interested in contributing to global and digitally disruptive organizations.
Student testimonials
Curriculum & Specialization
Career opportunities
As the global economy continues to face volatility and disruption as it expands and interconnects, demand for globally-minded specialists is rapidly increasing. Graduates of the Bachelor of Global Management program have a variety of globally transferable skills that open doors to an abundance of career opportunities around the world.
Career examples include but are not limited to those shown in the following list. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Applicable roles:
- Compliance Manager
- Foreign Service Officer
- General Manager
- Manager of a nonprofit organization
- Marketing Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Manager
Core curriculum
Use the ASU Major Map to see details about the BGM's 120-credit hour curriculum.
| Course | ||
|---|---|---|
Term 1 |
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| TGM 101: Principles of Global Management | ||
| CIS 105: Computer Applications and Information Technology | ||
| ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR | ||
| ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR | ||
| ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition | ||
| MAT 117: College Algebra | ||
| TGM 191: First-Year Seminar | ||
| Historical Awareness | ||
Term 2 |
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| ENG 101 or ENG 102: First-Year Composition OR | ||
| ENG 105: Advanced First-Year Composition OR | ||
| ENG 107 or ENG 108: First-Year Composition | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design | ||
| Complete two Elective Courses | ||
Term 3 |
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| TGM 200: Principles of Accounting for Global Organizations | ||
| COM 225: Public Speaking | ||
| ECN 211: Macroeconomic Principles | ||
| Cultural Diversity in the U.S. | ||
| Natural Science- Quantitative | ||
Term 4 |
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| STP 226: Elements of Statistics | ||
| ECN 212: Microeconomic Principles | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design | ||
| Natural Science: Quantitative OR | ||
| Natural Science: General | ||
| Elective | ||
Term 5 |
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| LES 305: Business Law and Ethics for Manager OR | ||
| PHI 306: Applied Ethics OR | ||
| PHI 360: Business and Professional Ethics OR | ||
| PHI 406: Moral Dilemmas | ||
| TGM 391: Global Business and Professional Development Skills | ||
| TGM 468: States and Markets in the Global Economy | ||
| ENG 301: Writing for Professionals | ||
| TGM 312: Big Data in the Global Economy | ||
| Elective | ||
Term 6 |
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| TGM 353: Regional Management Environment | ||
| TGM 300: Principles of Finance for Global Organizations | ||
| Complete 3 Elective Courses | ||
Term 7 |
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| TGM 484: Internship | ||
| TGM 487: Global Entrepreneurship | ||
| TGM 489: Multinational Organizational Leadership | ||
| Complete two Upper Division Electives | ||
Term 8 |
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| TGM 478: Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation | ||
| TGM 498: Pro-Seminar | ||
| Complete two upper division electives | ||
Financial aid and costs
Financial aid
ASU is committed to offering you a top-quality education that provides the most value for your investment and prepares you for a lifetime of success. Learn more on the ASU Financial Aid and Scholarship Services page.
Program costs
Apply early for priority admission and financial aid consideration. Approximately 84% of students receive some form of financial aid. You can use ASU's tuition estimator to see a breakdown of potential costs.
| Fees | USD$ |
|---|---|
| Application fee (Arizona resident) | $50 |
| Application fee (nonresident) | $70 |
| Application fee (international) | $85 |
| Academic year (Arizona resident) | $13,161 |
| Academic year (nonresident) | $34,103 |
| Academic year (international) | $40,216 |
Faculty and campus
Faculty highlights
Seigyoung Auh
Associate Dean of Research, Professor of Global Marketing & Research Faculty, Center for Services Leadership
Our Campus
The West campus of Arizona State University creates a learning community blending liberal arts education with 21st-century workforce preparation. The campus provides modern amenities in its residence halls, dining facilities, and the Sun Devil Fitness Complex and swimming pool. Subtropical landscaping, fountains and outdoor enclaves are third-space opportunities for students to socialize or collaborate while pursuing any of more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
West campus landmarks include the Albert Paley-designed entry gates, extensive public art, and at the center of campus, Fletcher Lawn. This commons is a contemporary homage to traditional university education, as is the Oxford-inspired architecture around it on the courtyard-fashioned campus.
Requirements and deadlines
Application requirements
Overview
Aptitude Requirements
Complete Online Application
Submit Non-Refundable Application Fee
Transcripts
SAT or ACT scores (optional)
Checking Application Status
Fill out the FAFSA
Transfer options
Change of Major requirements
Application deadlines
Apply early for priority admission and financial aid consideration.
| Deadline | Dates |
|---|---|
| Fall admission application opens | July 1 |
| Priority admission deadline | Nov 1 |
| Regular admission deadline | Jan 15 |
| Late admission for first-year and international students | May 1 |
| Admission deadline for transfer students | July 1 |
Connect with our admissions team
Schedule a call with a member of the Thunderbird admissions team to answer your questions or schedule a visit to the ASU West Valley campus.
