Thought leadership
Thought leadership
Thought leadership at Thunderbird School of Global Management is central to our mission of driving global change and fostering actionable education. Thunderbird’s global insights, featuring articles by faculty and alumni, provide thought-provoking perspectives and practical guidance designed to help leaders excel in today’s interconnected business landscape.
Latest global insights
06/19/25
From deep blue to deep learning: A chess grandmaster’s view of AI from man vs. machine to classroom innovation
In 1997, I had a ringside seat to one of the most defining moments in the history of artificial intelligence: an event famously known as Man vs...
Faculty insight
06/18/25
Here’s what surprised these Thunderbird alumni the most
When people think of graduate school, they often picture lectures, case studies, and long nights of studying. But for alumni Gbmei Disu ('06) and Jeff...
Global insight
06/16/25
The future of space careers: Roles in business, policy, and leadership
The space industry is no longer limited to astronauts, engineers, and rocket scientists. As space commercialization expands, there is a growing need...
Global insight
Thought leadership
Global digital mindset inventory
Building on the success of the original Global Mindset Inventory (GMI)—a pioneering assessment used by over 70,000 leaders and organizations worldwide—the GDMI integrates a new focus on digital capital. This reimagined tool equips leaders to confidently navigate digital transformation, enhancing their effectiveness in a rapidly evolving global business environment.
