Program Overview

Global Management Certificate Program

The undergraduate certificate program in global management provides students with broad-based training in global business and global studies, helping to prepare them for a global management career. It offers distinct courses that integrate an in-depth understanding of the political, economic, and cultural aspects of doing business in specific regions with tools to assess business trends in specific countries.

Program Description

The program is designed to build a career in global business, providing a solid foundation in the fundamental principles and practices of international business management for operating in multiple countries and making decisions about entering new markets.

At a Glance

• College/School: Thunderbird School of Global Management
• Location: Downtown Phoenix

Curriculum

The global management certificate requires 18 credit hours as outlined below, with a minimum of 12 upper-division credits. Students are encouraged to take courses that develop breadth within their sector rather than limiting their selection to courses in one particular subject area. Minimum "C" (2.00) grade is required in all course work in this certificate.

• TGM 101 Principles of Global Management (GCSI) - It is recommended that students take TGM 101 prior to or concurrently with other TGM courses. 3 Credit Hours, Minimum Grade: C
• Electives:
  • TGM 204 Principles of Marketing for Global Organizations
  • TGM 300 Principles of Finance for Global Organizations
  • TGM 310 Supply Chain Operations for Global Organizations
  • TGM 312 Big Data in the Global Economy
  • TGM 353 Regional Management Environment (GCSI)
  • TGM 468 States and Markets in a Global Economy (GCSI)
  • TGM 478 Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation
  • TGM 487 Global Entrepreneurship
  • TGM 489 Multinational Organizational Leadership
  • 3 Credit Hours, Minimum Grade: C
• Upper Division Electives:
  • TGM 300 Principles of Finance for Global Organizations
  • TGM 310 Supply Chain Operations for Global Organizations
  • TGM 312 Big Data in the Global Economy
  • TGM 353 Regional Management Environment (GCSI)
  • TGM 468 States and Markets in a Global Economy (GCSI)
  • TGM 478 Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation
  • TGM 487 Global Entrepreneurship
  • TGM 489 Multinational Organizational Leadership
  • 12 Credit Hours, Minimum Grade: C

Enrollment Requirements

• Incompatible Majors: BGM in global management; BS in international trade.
• No more than six credit hours may be shared between the certificate program and other degree, minor, or certificate programs.
• A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a non-degree-seeking graduate student.

Career Opportunities

Graduates who have combined the certificate in global management with their major program of study may become more marketable to employers. Many decide to pursue employment in corporations, governments, or nonprofits in positions such as business analyst, global entrepreneur, or marketing manager. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.