Finish faster and accelerate your career with a streamlined graduate degree.
Gain cross-cultural leadership skills to thrive in today’s interconnected world.
Learn anytime and anywhere with a fully online program and campus access.
Apply practical, hands-on learning to step confidently into leadership roles.
Thunderbird School of Global Management’s Master of Leadership and Management prepares leaders to take on additional managerial responsibilities in global organizations or to make a career change across industries. In this interdisciplinary program, you’ll gain skills in cross-cultural communication, finance, data analytics and more. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a career within many diverse and dynamic business environments. The program is made up of eight core courses, an applied learning project and a capstone, the curriculum explores topics of interest and the fundamentals of leadership. This program also offers a specialization if you're interested in AI, analytics and fintech innovations.
Specialize in AI, analytics and financial technology innovation and gain the edge in high-demand fields with expertise in:
Graduates will be prepared to lead in:
With Thunderbird’s global perspective, students will master
Thunderbird’s MLM is designed for working professionals who want flexibility without sacrificing meaningful connection. Students can complete the full degree online while still engaging directly with Thunderbird’s headquarters in Phoenix.
As a student, you can take advantage of optional on site experiences, special events, networking sessions and innovation labs hosted at the F. Francis and Dionne Najafi Thunderbird Global Headquarters. This ultramodern 110,000 square foot facility on ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus integrates advanced technology with immersive global learning, offering a dynamic hub for professional growth. You receive the convenience of a fully online program along with the benefits of easy access to the campus community.
Study online. Stay connected. Build global leadership skills right here in Arizona.
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Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is the world’s premier leadership, management, and business school. For nearly 80 years, Thunderbird has empowered leaders to tackle the world’s greatest challenges. Ranked No. 1 in the world for international trade by the QS International Trade Rankings (2023-2025), scoring 100/100 points.
Schedule a call with our graduate recruiter, Becca, to get your questions answered about the program, admissions process, and available scholarships. You can also arrange a personalized campus tour to explore our beautiful grounds and experience our vibrant community firsthand.
Applicants for the Master of Leadership and Management program must fulfill the graduate college requirements and submit the graduate program application by the application deadline.
All applicants must submit:
If you did not graduate from an english-speaking university in an english-speaking country, you’ll need to submit proof of english proficiency via the TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson test of English or Duolingo.
Please note that you do not need to submit letters of recommendation, test scores or a personal statement to be considered for this program.
Many Master of Leadership and Management graduates go on to manage global projects, become country managers, do business development work internationally, open subsidiaries in foreign locations and advance business careers in multinational companies. Potential careers include, but are not limited to:
Compensation and benefits managers
Financial analysts
International relations managers
Logistics analysts
Foreign commercial officers
Human resources managers
Marketing managers
Supply chain managers
Thunderbird School of Global Management has produced world-class leaders for nearly 80 years. Becoming a T-bird means becoming part of a worldwide community—nearly 50,000 strong—committed to creating sustainable impact through ethical leadership, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration. At Thunderbird School of Global Management, we prepare global leaders with the regional insight, cross-sector fluency, and transdisciplinary skills to navigate today’s complex world and shape a better future.
Why Thunderbird School of Global Management?
Becoming a T-bird means joining a global community—nearly 50,000 strong—of purpose-driven leaders who are equipped to navigate complexity, drive ethical innovation, and create sustainable impact worldwide. At Thunderbird School of Global Management, we champion global leadership through cross-cultural fluency, regional expertise, and transdisciplinary thinking. T-birds lead with empathy, integrity, and vision—leveraging a powerful global network to shape the future of business, policy, and society. Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is also ranked No. 1 in the world for international trade by the QS International Trade Rankings (2023-2025), ranking ahead of Oxford, Columbia and Michigan (Ross). Stand out from the crowd with Thunderbird on your resume.
What is a Master of Leadership and Management?
The Master of Leadership and Management is a graduate program focused on your ability to deliver high-level 21st century leadership and management principles and practices. Built to sharpen your leadership skills as a whole, this leadership and management program allows you to dive deeper into a variety of topics, such as cross-cultural communication, data analytics, finance and marketing.
Upon graduating with a degree in leadership and management, you'll have the tools needed to pursue high-caliber leadership positions in both local and global organizations.
What will I learn in this leadership and management program?
Built to empower students and develop future-ready skill sets, the Master of Leadership and Management degree program walks you through every facet of international management. Throughout your courses, you'll learn data-driven decision-making in relation to global finance and marketing. You'll also discover how to work in diverse teams to strengthen your leadership skills as a whole. Additionally, you'll gain a wide range of transferable skills, including:
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