1999 Profile Update
School Statistics
Graduates' Comments
STRATEGY FOR APPLICANTS
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Thunderbird's high selectivity number -- the school accepted 68 percent of applicants to the class of 2000 -- is somewhat deceptive, because the school's unique focus and requirements creates a pool of candidates that is already self-selected. And even though the average GMAT of 601 -- among the very lowest of the 61 schools surveyed by Business Week -- might make acceptance seem a shoo-in for those with higher scores, you'll have a definite advantage if you can also demonstrate international exposure, particularly if you've worked overseas. Indeed, the application essays ask you to describe your unique international background or cross-cultural perspective, as well as explain how your career objectives will be served by earning an MIM -- a Master of International Management (as opposed to an MBA).
Walking tours of the campus, led by student "ambassadors," are scheduled every Monday, Thursday, and Friday during the school year beginning at noon. You'll also get a complimentary lunch in the dining hall and an information session with the admissions office. Personal interviews are not required, but about two-thirds of admitted applicants do interview, either with admissions officers on campus or at recruiting events around the world or with one of the school's farflung alums, who can be found in every U.S. state and territory and some 135 other nations. What other American B-school can set you up to speak with a graduate in Burkina Faso or Kyrgyzstan?
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CURRICULUM
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Electives available in 1998: 168
New electives in past three years: 1%
The core curriculum was last revised in: 1998
Accelerated MBA program offered?
No
New Courses in Past Three Years
Corporate Consulting, Global Brand Management, Project Management, International Capital Markets, German Finance, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management, International Consulting Projects Workshop, Electronic Commerce
Most Popular Electives
Diplomacy, Negotiation and Bargaining, Multinational Corporate Finance (FORAD), International Securities Investment, Cross-Cultural Communications for Managers
Most Popular Professors
Timothy Leuhrman, Karen Walsh, Ken Ferris, Graeme Rankine, John Zerio, Michael Moffett, Bob Howell
Majors or Concentrations Added in Past Three Years
N/A
Teaching Methods
Lecture: 32%
Case Study: 36%
Group Projects, Simulations: 32%
| Full-time faculty members: |
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113 |
| Adjunct or visiting faculty: |
4 |
| Average core class size: |
45 |
| Average elective class size: |
18 |
Laptop computer required?
Yes
Grading System
Grades are based on a 4.0 scale. A to F letter grades are received based on written and oral exams, written papers, class projects, class presentation, and attendance.
Exchange Programs or International Campuses
Thunderbird runs its own facilities in Archamps (France), Tokyo, Moscow, Shanghai, and Beijing.
The school has exchange programs with: Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil); Universidade de Sao Paulo (Brazil); Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile; Instituto Centroamericano de Administracion de Empresas (Costa Rica); American University in Cairo; Helsinki School of Economics (Finland); European Business School (Germany); Europa-Universitat Viadrinia (Frankfurt, Germany); Yonsei University (Korea); Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (Mexico); Norwegian School of Management; Escuela Superior de Administracion y Direccion de Empresas (Spain); Tunghai University (Taiwan).
International Campus Consortium: Arizona State University, Claremont Graduate School, James Madison University, San Diego State University, Syracuse University, Texas A&M University, University of Texas at Arlington, University of Calgary, University of Colorado, University of Houston, University of Notre Dame, University of Utah, Vanderbilt University, Fordham University.
Best Areas of Study
International Management, Global Strategy, Cross-Cultural Communication/Management, Business Languages, Emerging/Regional Market Opportunities
Areas School Would Like to Improve
N/A
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1998 PLACEMENT
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On-campus recruiters for graduates: 261
On-campus recruiters for first-year internships: N/A
On-campus student full-time job interviews: approx. 3,609
On-campus student internship interviews: N/A
Job opportunities posted via the Internet or E-mail: 3,244
Top Employers/Number of 1998 Hires
| Enron |
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13 |
| SAP |
9 |
| General Motors |
7 |
| Citibank |
6 |
| Monsanto |
4 |
| Applied Materials |
3 |
| Intel |
3 |
| Advanced Fibre Communications |
3 |
| IBM |
3 |
| EDS |
3 |
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ALUMNI NETWORK
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Number of living alumni: 28,908
Alums who gave to the school during the 1997/98 academic year: 13%
Median alumni gift: $75
Number of alumni clubs: 113
Number of dues-paying members: N/A
Number of staffers devoted to MBA alumni relations: 7
Placement services offered for alumni?
Yes
Description of Services
Alums have access to job listings, networking meetings, and database services.
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Key Contacts
School Web Site
E-Mail:
news@t-bird.edu
Address:
Thunderbird Graduate
School of International Management
15249 N. 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85306-6003
Dean:
President: Roy A. Herberger, Jr.
(602) 978-7761
Director of MBA Programs:
Senior Vice President John W. Seybolt [as of Nov. '98]
(602) 978-7761
Director of Admissions:
Judy Johnson
(602) 978-7210
Director of Alumni Relations:
Joy Lubeck
(602) 978-7138
Director of Financial Aid:
Catherine King-Todd
(602) 978-7130
Director of Career Services:
James Case
(602) 978-7600
Application Deadlines:
U.S.
January 31, 1999
International
January 31, 1999
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