Global Affairs (Graduate Certificate)
Foreign Affairs, Global Affairs, International, International Affairs, Management, global business
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Thunderbird's global affairs certificate trains the next generation of global leaders and policymakers to meet the complex challenges of a globalizing economy. This program offers students and working professionals rigorous coursework taught by Thunderbird faculty members who are among the world's leading global affairs scholars.
The graduate certificate program in global affairs is designed to provide an in-depth study of the global political economy, global theory, global institutional environment, decision-making and global strategy.
The global affairs certificate provides a foundation for students to become globally minded policymakers serving in national, regional or local government agencies; international or nongovernmental organizations; or multinational corporations. The school's innovative and practical curriculum — a strong core of global business management skills topics, international political economy study and cross-cultural training — is delivered through a transdisciplinary approach.
Thunderbird School of Global Management has produced unique leaders for more than 70 years — leaders in every sector capable of tackling the world's greatest challenges. The alumni network comprises 45,000 graduates and 170 chapters around the globe.
- College/school:
Thunderbird School of Global Management
- Location: Downtown Phoenix
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
15 credit hours including the required capstone course (TGM 598)
Required Core (12 credit hours)
SGS 501 Global Theory (3)
SGS 502 Global Institutions and Actors (3)
SGS 503 Methods: Global Decision Making Under Uncertainty (3)
POS 591 Seminar (3)
Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
TGM 598 Special Topics (Capstone Course)
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00="A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00="A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- GMAT or GRE test scores
- one letter of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
International students who need an F1 or J1 visa first need to apply to and be accepted into a graduate degree program prior to being considered for the certificate program. International students residing in the U.S. on other types of visas must adhere to all Graduate College policies and procedures regarding admission to be considered for admission to this certificate program.
Graduates who have combined the certificate in global affairs with their major program of study may become more marketable to employers. Many decide to pursue employment in government, nonprofit and social impact areas.
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Thunderbird School of Global Management
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TGHB 209
admissions.tbird@asu.edu
602-496-7100
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
