Program overview

Specialisations

Leadership

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The world needs a new brand of leaders and managers who can navigate the complex systemic and cross-sectoral dynamics of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to develop new strategies, structures, relationships and solutions to address these increasingly pressing challenges. Thunderbird School of Global Management has developed a unique and first of its kind program, the Doctor of Professional Practice (DPP) in Global Leadership and Management. Designed to prepare practitioners who are responsive to the opportunities and challenges presented by this unprecedented time of rapid disruption, this program prepares leaders from across industries and sectors and is available online from anywhere in the world. ASU Sync provides students with technology-enhanced, fully interactive remote learning with classes delivered online. This format provides working professionals the greatest convenience and flexibility while still benefiting from the live delivery of courses by provided by Thunderbird’s world-class faculty.

Program overview

Specialisations

Leadership

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The world needs a new brand of leaders and managers who can navigate the complex systemic and cross-sectoral dynamics of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to develop new strategies, structures, relationships and solutions to address these increasingly pressing challenges. Thunderbird School of Global Management has developed a unique and first of its kind program, the Doctor of Professional Practice (DPP) in Global Leadership and Management. Designed to prepare practitioners who are responsive to the opportunities and challenges presented by this unprecedented time of rapid disruption, this program prepares leaders from across industries and sectors and is available online from anywhere in the world. ASU Sync provides students with technology-enhanced, fully interactive remote learning with classes delivered online. This format provides working professionals the greatest convenience and flexibility while still benefiting from the live delivery of courses by provided by Thunderbird’s world-class faculty.

Admission requirements

PTE Academic

68+

TOEFL

100+

IELTS

7.5+

Graduate admissions application and application fee
Personal statement
Official transcripts
Professional resume
Two letters of recommendation
Select interview(s) with Thunderbird faculty and staff
Proof of English proficiency

Applicants to the DPP program are expected to have earned an accredited master’s degree. Exceptional individuals with a bachelor’s degree may also be considered.
Applicants should possess a global perspective and a desire for an applied focus in their program. This information should be reflected in their application personal statement.
Eight years of senior-level work experience is preferred for admission to the program. This information should be reflected in the applicant's professional resume.
Although students holding degrees in any field may be accepted, all applications are reviewed to ensure that students have the optimal academic background required to be productive in the program. Deficiency courses may be added if the committee deems this necessary for student success.

Application Deadline

30 May 2024

Program Duration

36 Months

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

112,500 USD

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

-

Other Expenses

-

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