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Culturally diverse. Intellectually curious. Adaptable. Thunderbird students not only master key global business skills, they also master the critical nuances of cross-cultural communications, negotiation and business risk. They are leaders who operate locally with a global perspective. Adventurous. Mobile. Unique. Thunderbird students are citizens of the world.
As the No. 1 ranked international business school, Thunderbird offers a truly global experience - whether you choose to become a full-time student on campus, or remain a working professional, learning as part of our Global MBA On-Demand, where instruction comes via the Web and through international study tours.
At Thunderbird, you'll achieve an education without borders and a career without limits.
Fall 2006 Application Deadlines Approaching
Thunderbird is currently accepting applications for fall 2006 admission, and we invite you to consider your place at Thunderbird.
Application deadlines for fall 2006 admission, Full-Time MBA and Global MBA programs:
- 2nd round deadline: March 15, 2006
- 3rd round deadline: June 15, 2006
- After June 15, contact Admissions directly.
Don’t miss your opportunity to become a part of Thunderbird’s network of 35,000 global business leaders. Apply Now.
Visit us During Hospitality Weekend
We recommend a weekend visit to our campus – a time to experience the curriculum, interact with students and professors, and gain exposure to the cultural diversity found only through Thunderbird’s MBA programs.
- March 3-4, 2006
- April 7-8, 2006
A complete schedule of events, meals and campus accommodations are provided by Thunderbird, but transportation is the responsibility of the prospective student.
Register now
An Enhanced, Global Curriculum
For students beginning in the full-time program in fall 2006 and beyond, Thunderbird’s already-intensive global course requirements will be strengthened. Students will be required to complete:
- The Thunderbird Global Experience: A two-week course delivered in an international location.
- Global Enterprise: A preparatory course that focuses on intra-entrepreneurship, innovation and global citizenship.
- Global Business Plan/Integrative Experience: A project that helps students develop viable global business plans. Or, for students not interested in a business plan, they may complete a capstone course that integrates the functional areas of business.
- Non-credit courses in leadership development: Required Global Professional Development Courses that allow students to focus on building communication, teamwork, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
Global marketing and management, international development, and global finance, continue to be core specializations within Thunderbird's curriculum. A minimum level of language proficiency is also required for all students as a graduation exit requirement of the MBA program. Many students will have already achieved the required standard upon application; some may enroll in Thunderbird Intensive Language Programs the trimester preceding the MBA program; others may gain proficiency through off-site or third-party language programs; some may meet the standard during the Thunderbird program through non-credit business language courses; and others may take up to six credits of Thunderbird "business language" courses in lieu of electives, if they wish.
As we prepare for our fall 2006 entering class, we hope you’ll consider your place among our diverse student body. Visit us to get a first-hand perspective of what it’s like to fit into a truly global environment. Or feel free to apply now to ensure your spot.
Best wishes,
Tom Brennan
Global Admissions Officer
Thunderbird, The Garvin School of International Management
15249 N. 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85306-6000 USA
Email: brennant@t-bird.edu
Phone: 1-800-457-6966
Web: www.thunderbird.edu | 
