Global Management, BGM
Prepare for success in a global marketplace through specialized courses such as global marketing, states and markets in a global economy, and multinational organizational leadership. Equipped with a strong global business background, you'll be ready for your choice of careers.
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Additional facts
STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
The Bachelor of Global Management program offers you two tracks: the international business, language and culture track, for which two years of foreign language is required, and the international business and culture track, with no foreign language requirement and greater emphasis on management-related courses. If you select the foreign language track, you may complete coursework in a variety of languages. The international business, language and culture track is offered to only if you are an on-campus student. If you are an online student, you may pursue only the international business and culture track.
You have the opportunity to explore the politics, cultures and economics of different countries around the world while putting the skills you've learned into practice in practical settings through a required international internship. Although you are strongly encouraged to pursue internships outside your home country, you may satisfy this requirement by doing a local internship with an international component.
You may choose to apply your electives toward a minor or certificate offered by another department, enabling you to specialize in a second area of interest that complements your major. Electives may include areas such as communications, cybersecurity, data analytics, digital media, languages, nonprofit leadership, political science, psychology, public relations, risk management, sales and marketing, and sustainability.
You also complete a senior capstone project that draws on the skills you've developed throughout the program. In the capstone project, you work together in consulting teams to provide recommendations for a global organization on a challenge it faces internationally. The internship and the capstone project enable you to demonstrate your skills and work experience for potential employers as part of your professional development plan.
The BGM program is also offered in a flexible online format. You should visit the ASU Online website for more information.
About Thunderbird
Thunderbird School of Global Management has produced world-class leaders for nearly 80 years. The ideal Thunderbird student is curious, globally minded and eager to develop and advance their careers in leadership and management within the global and digital landscape of today's interconnected world. After completing this degree, graduates join a thriving global alumni network nearly 50,000 strong, managing some of the world's largest institutions, companies, nonprofits and NGOs.
Courses
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
The curriculum checksheet displays this program's required courses and other requirements you must complete for graduation.
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See how your credits may apply (opens in new window)What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Evaluate international business opportunities based on global entrepreneurship concepts.
- Apply cross-cultural communication strategies to interact effectively with diverse groups.
- Analyze data using critical thinking skills to make informed decisions.
Evaluate international business opportunities based on global entrepreneurship concepts.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Current students or those who have an established ASU GPA and would like to change their major to global management must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00.
Students should visit the Change of Major form (opens in new window) for information about how to change a major to this program.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
As globalization continues to impact the way people live and work, international experiences have become vital to success in every field of business, especially global management.
Through international study and internships, students gain skills employers highly value, including communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, motivation, and a global perspective on business applications worldwide. Upon completing their required Thunderbird internship abroad, students thrive in leadership roles globally upon graduation.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compliance Manager | 4.9% | $141,900 | Learn more |
| General Manager (GM) | 5.0% | $105,770 | Learn more |
| Manufacturing Plant Manager | 2.6% | $126,060 | Learn more |
| Market Research Analyst | 7.0% | $78,760 | Learn more |
| Marketing Manager | 6.9% | $166,790 | Learn more |
| Regulatory Affairs Manager | 4.9% | $141,900 | Learn more |
| Sales Manager | 4.5% | $148,270 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
The global economy continues to face volatility and disruption as it expands, contracts and interconnects. Partly because of this, demand for specialists with a global mindset is rapidly increasing.
The BGM program prepares students to take on leadership roles in multinational corporations, government agencies or nongovernmental organizations. Students gain experience and develop skills that international companies, governments and nonprofit entities highly value in employees.
Graduates can thrive in leadership roles in the following fields:
- consulting
- entrepreneurship
- foreign service
- global marketing
- human resources
Career opportunities include:
- chief sustainability officer
- compliance manager
- country manager
- foreign service officer
- general manager
- global entrepreneur
- international marketing manager
- international sales manager
- manager of a nonprofit organization
- regulatory affairs manager
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
Thunderbird School of Global Management
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TGHB 209
ugadvising@thunderbird.asu.edu
602-496-7100
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
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. 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.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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