DPP in Global Leadership and Management and PhD in Innovation in Global Development

There are many different options available to help you finance your education at Thunderbird. More than 96% of Thunderbird students receive financial assistance through loans, scholarships, or other awards. Arizona State University's Financial Aid team works with you hand-in-hand to find the financing solutions for your unique situation. 

Scholarships are available for this program. Request more information at the bottom of this page to learn more. 

• Graduate admissions application and application fee
• Personal statement
• Official transcripts
• Professional resume
• Two letters of recommendation
• Select interview(s) with Thunderbird faculty and staff
• Proof of English proficiency

• Applicants to the DPP program are expected to have earned an accredited master’s degree. Exceptional individuals with a bachelor’s degree may also be considered.
• Applicants should possess a global perspective and a desire for an applied focus in their program. This information should be reflected in their application personal statement.
• Eight years of senior-level work experience is preferred for admission to the program. This information should be reflected in the applicant's professional resume.
• Although students holding degrees in any field may be accepted, all applications are reviewed to ensure that students have the optimal academic background required to be productive in the program. Deficiency courses may be added if the committee deems this necessary for student success.

Applicants are required to meet certain English proficiency standards for acceptance. If your English proficiency scores are below acceptance standards, you may be required to take pre-degree English instruction to ensure you meet the level of English proficiency needed to succeed in your graduate studies. Learn more. View the minimum and direct entry scores here.