I-Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative
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The Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative is more than an educational movement—it’s a revolution in access to world-class business, entrepreneurship, and leadership education. From every corner of the globe, our learners are breaking barriers, unlocking potential, and redefining what’s possible.
Since its launch in 2022, the Global Initiative has empowered learners worldwide by providing access to online global education in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Learners are equipped with the knowledge and skills to transform their lives, elevate their communities, and drive global progress.
The impact is undeniable. Entrepreneurs are launching businesses, professionals are advancing their careers, and changemakers are leading their societies toward a brighter future. Every learner is a catalyst for change, proving that education is the key to unlocking economic mobility and sustainable prosperity worldwide.
The program is for everyone and is designed to benefit individual learners as well as organizations and corporations through three tailored pathways:
- Foundational Programs: Accessible to learners with limited time, confidence, or prior exposure to get started and be introduced to core entrepreneurship and business concepts in two highly accessible formats.
- Intermediate Program: Designed for those who want to apply entrepreneurship and leadership concepts more deeply and/or earn undergraduate credit.
- Advanced Program: Aimed at those who are seeking leadership, management, and strategic capabilities and/or want to earn academic credit toward a master’s degree.
Thatha isinyathelo esilandelayo esikhathini esizayo futhi uhlanganyele nathi.
Izinhlelo
Foundational
Choose the foundational path that fits your time and goals.
Global Entrepreneurship and Business Essentials Bootcamp - coming soon!
A fast, 9-module bootcamp for learners who want a quick, accessible introduction to entrepreneurship and business essentials. Ideal for those seeking a short, flexible starting point.
Earn: Digital Badge | Certificate of Completion
The Bootcamp is available in English (coming February 2026). Launching in additional languages throughout 2026.
Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Foundations
A comprehensive 18-module foundational program designed to build strong entrepreneurship and innovation skills across all core competencies. Ideal for learners who want a deeper, more comprehensive foundational experience.
Earn: Digital Badge | Certificate of Completion
Foundations is available in: Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Czech, Dutch, English, Farsi, French, German, Gujarati, Hausa, Hindi, Hungarian, Bahasa (Indonesia), Italian, Japanese, Javanese, Kazakh, Kinyarwanda, Korean, Malay, Mandarin Chinese (S), Mandarin Chinese (T), Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Yoruba, and Zulu.
Izifundo eziphakathi nendawo
A flexible intermediate pathway, consisting of five undergraduate-level courses, for learners ready to deepen their entrepreneurship, business, and leadership skills. Complete five courses, earn a digital badge and certificate of completion at no cost, or begin earning undergraduate academic credit at a low cost as you prepare for advanced learning. The program offers content to deepen understanding and enhance skills in entrepreneurship and innovation.
The Intermediate program is currently available in English.
Earn: Digital Badge | Non-academic Certificate | Academic Certificate | Undergraduate Credits
Izifundo ezithuthukile
An advanced pathway consisting of five graduate-level courses designed for learners ready to take the next step toward their entrepreneurial and business goals and/or graduate education. This program delivers specialized, in-depth, and more rigorous content to prepare learners for leadership and sophisticated entrepreneurial endeavors. Earn a digital badge upon completion of each course and a certificate when you complete all five courses at no cost. Take it to the next level and earn academic credit at low cost—and apply your learning toward Thunderbird’s Master of Leadership Management online degree*.
The Advanced program is currently available in English.
Earn: Digital Badge | Non-academic Certificate | Academic Certificate | Graduate Credits
*Requires an undergraduate degree and admittance into the Master of Leadership Management degree program.
Lapho bephothula ngempumelelo isifundo ngasinye, abafundi bathola iziqinisekiso zedijithali ngokuqaphela ukufunda kwabo. Lokhu kungalandwa Kuphothali Yomfundi ukuze abafundi bakwazi ukwabelana ngezimpumelelo zabo namanethiwekhi abo nalapho kubaluleke khona kakhulu kubo. Abafundi abaphothula ngempumelelo zonke izifundo ezinhlanu kuhlelo Oluthuthukile bazothola isitifiketi esingezona ezezemfundo. Labo abanentshisekelo bangafaka isicelo sesitifiketi esigunyaziwe kwa-ASU/Thunderbird inqobo nje uma bezuze ibanga lika-B noma elingcono esifundweni ngasinye kwezihlanu.
Uma kuvunyiwe*, isitifiketi sezikweletu eziyi-15 singasetshenziswa ukuze sidluliselwe kwesinye isikhungo, senze iziqu e-ASU/Thunderbird, noma kwenye indawo. Abafundi abathatha noma yiziphi izifundo bangakhetha ukuphishekela amanye amathuba okufunda impilo yonke e-ASU/Thunderbird noma basebenzise imininingwane yabo yedijithali ukuze baphishekele amathuba amasha ochwepheshe.
Uma kuvunyiwe*, isitifiketi sezikweletu eziyi-15 singasetshenziswa ukuze sidluliselwe kwesinye isikhungo, senze iziqu e-ASU/Thunderbird, noma kwenye indawo. Abafundi abathatha noma yiziphi izifundo bangakhetha ukuphishekela amanye amathuba okufunda impilo yonke e-ASU/Thunderbird noma basebenzise imininingwane yabo yedijithali ukuze baphishekele amathuba amasha ochwepheshe.
Imibuzo Evame Ukubuzwa (FAQ)
Imibuzo Evame Ukubuzwa
Njengoba uhlola uhlelo, ungase ube nemibuzo. Ngalesi sixhumanisi, uzothola izimpendulo zemibuzo evamile mayelana nezifundo zohlelo, izindlela zokuxazulula izinselele zobuchwepheshe, kanye nemininingwane eyengeziwe ku-Initiative. Noma ngabe ungumfundi, uthisha, noma uzakwethu, silapha ukuze sikuqondise kulolu hambo futhi sikusize ulisebenzise ngokugcwele leli thuba.
Disclaimer
The Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative offers a variety of self-paced, online courses designed to provide learners with flexible, high-quality educational resources at no cost. Please note that while these courses are developed and curated by leading Thunderbird experts, they are not taught by live faculty. Learners can expect to engage with pre-recorded materials, interactive content, and assessments designed to enhance their learning experience independently. These programs are designed to accommodate learners from around the world, empowering them with knowledge without the need for real-time instruction or live interaction with instructors.
Uzakwethu
Partnering with the Francis and Dionne Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative offers organizations a unique opportunity to make a transformative impact on global education. By collaborating with us, you will play a crucial role in reaching and empowering millions of learners worldwide. Your organization's expertise and network can help drive meaningful change, ensuring that quality education is accessible to all. Together, we can bridge educational gaps, foster innovation, and create a brighter future for learners everywhere.
Sekela lolu hlelo
A gift to the Francis and Dionne Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative will enable learners worldwide to receive a world-class education in global entrepreneurship, business, and leadership at no cost. Your support will provide students with learning experiences that enable them to apply entrepreneurship and management skills to fight poverty and improve living conditions in their communities. Thank you for your consideration and support.
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Khulisa
Ukufinyelela abafundi abayizigidi eziyi-100 kuzodinga umzamo omkhulu womhlaba wonke wokuqwashisa. Ungasiza ngokusabalalisa igama ezinkundleni zokuxhumana.
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