GLOBAL MBA
2010 - 2012
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Mural - Tecnológico de Monterrey
Tecnológico de Monterrey is the best-known school in Mexico with
highly renowned programs in engineering and business. Tecnológico
de Monterrey is a private institution with a main campus in
Monterrey and 33 campuses throughout Mexico with a Fall 2009
total enrollment of over 91,000 students and 195,000 alumni.
The Global MBA for Latin American Managers program is delivered
through the Virtual University (Universidad Virtual) and supported
academically by the School of Business Administration and
Leadership (Escuela de Graduados en Administración y Dirección
de Empresas, EGADE). Tecnológico de Monterrey has more than 20
years of experience in distance learning in Mexico and Latin America.
The Global MBA for Latin American Managers program takes a
master’s degree education to the next level. Through the use of live
satellite broadcasting, local class facilitation and virtual interaction,
students earn a joint degree from both Tecnológico de Monterrey
and Thunderbird.
Accredited by AACSB-International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business; EQUIS - European Quality Improvement System and SACS - Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools
“As a global MBA student, you will have the
opportunity to be part of an elite program
that prepares you to face the challenges
of globalization. Using state-of-the-art
technology combined with traditional
class attendance, this program allows you
to get a prestigious degree from two topranked universities and live an unforgettable
experience in a multicultural environment.”
— Dr. Miguel Moreno Tripp
Tecnológico de Monterrey Global MBA Director
WORKING FOR YOU
Welcome Wall - Thunderbird USA Campus
As the world’s No. 1 ranked graduate school in international
business, Thunderbird is dedicated to educating global leaders who
create sustainable prosperity worldwide. The entire Thunderbird
community is the living embodiment of the belief that global
management can be a force for positive economic and social change.
Some of the world’s most prominent thought leaders and
enterprising business innovators come together at Thunderbird to
build borderless global communities by embracing cultural diversity
“The Global MBA program allows you to
have it all: a top-notch MBA while you
continue with your current career and family
life. What you’ll learn from two top-ranked
schools and from your diverse classmates
and faculty will enable you to cross
cultures to be successful as a global leader.
The world-class degree, executive-based
schedule and an affordable investment are
priceless to your professional growth.”
— Dr. Humberto “Bert” Valencia
Thunderbird Global MBA Director
and promoting world prosperity through global citizenship. Alumni
comprise more than 40,000 individuals who work in more than
12,000 corporations, governments and NGOs in 141 countries.
As a T-bird you become part of this elite and close-knit community.
More than Thunderbird’s ability to develop leaders who work
successfully with individuals from diverse cultures and manage
effectively in different social, economic, and political environments
is the core value the school provides, and the global mindset that
sets T-birds apart from their peers.
Accredited by AACSB-International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business; and NCA - Northern Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Designed and delivered for working global professionals
Today’s working professionals understand the importance of moving forward with their careers while continuing to
learn and develop in today’s global business environment. They also understand the importance of balancing their
priorities. The Global MBA program fits your needs. You’ll receive a world-class education from two top-ranked
universities and learn to succeed in a global business market without interruption to your current job responsibilities
or family and personal life.
Through the course of the program, you’ll learn from a blended format. Face-to-face seminars, live classes delivered
via satellite and local tutors for onsite case discussions are all used to bring you a world-class education. Classes are
held every other Friday afternoon and Saturday. Discussion groups and other asynchronous Web-based interaction
also occur throughout the semester from any location that is convenient for you. Effective global managers must
speak fluent English, therefore all classes in the program are taught in English
4 6 C RED IT- H O U R C U R R I C U L U M
Basic and advanced global business strategy,
management and leadership
Cross-cultural and executive business
communication
International relations with a focus on global
and Latin American business issues
Case studies for applied learning throughout
the program
T U I T I O N I NCL U D E S
Fees for program coursework (24 courses)
All books, cases and course materials
Two trips to Phoenix, Arizona USA (airfare,
campus dorm room, meals, and activities)
One trip to an interim seminar on location
(airfare to destination not included)
Graduation regalia and fees
Note: Annual, term and monthly payment plans are available.
GLOBAL CURRICULUM
The 21-month program curriculum covers basic and advanced global business topics, cross-cultural negotiation and
communications, and a variety of global issues from a Latin American perspective. These new management skills are delivered
to you through a lock-step curriculum, meaning that students progress together through the program, taking courses in a
prescribed sequence. Students who drop out of the sequence must restart their coursework with a subsequent class.
O R I E N TAT I O N A N D I N - R E S I D E N C E W E E K - A U G U S T 2 0 1 0
August 7: Fly to Phoenix, Arizona USA
August 8-9: Orientation at Thunderbird Campus
August 9-14: Global Business Leadership for the 21st Century (3)
August 15: Fly Home
T E R M 1 - FA L L 2 0 1 0
September 3-4, 17-18
October 1-2, 15-16, 29-30
Cross-Cultural Communication for International Managers (2)
Fundamentals of Macroeconomics (1.5)*
November 12-13, 26-27
Finals: December 3-4
Business Communications for Executives (2)
Fundamentals of Microeconomics (1.5)*
*Waivable Courses: Microeconomics (1.5) and Macroeconomics (1.5)
TERM 2 - WINTER 2011
January 14-15, 28-29
February 11-12, 25-26
March 11-12, 25-26
Global Political Economy (2)
Accounting Fundamentals (1.5)
April 8-9
Finals: April 15-16
International Negotiation and Bargaining (2)
Financial Accounting (1.5)
INTERIM- 2011
One week trip: either May 8-14 or May 15-21
International Business Interim (1) – Destination options may include: Dubai, Geneva, or Tokyo
TERM 3 - SUMMER 2011
May 27-28
June 10-11, 24-25
July 8-9, 22-23
Competing through Strategy (1.5)
Managerial Accounting (1.5)
Fundamentals of Managerial Finance (2)
August 5-6, 19-20
Finals: August 26-27
Competing through People (1.5)
Profit Planning (1.5)
T E R M 4 - FA L L 2 0 1 1
September 9-10, 30
October 1, 14-15, 28-29
November 11-12, 25-26
Advanced Managerial Finance (3)
International Trade (1.5)
December 9-10
Finals: December 16-17
Global Economics (1.5)
Regional Business Environment in North America (2)
TERM 5 - WINTER 2012
January 20-21
February 3-4, 17-18
March 2-3, 16-17, 30-31
International Marketing Management (3)
Regional Business Environment in Latin America (2)
April 20-21
Finals: April 27-28
Production and Operations Management (3)
GLOBAL MBA CAPSTONE SEMINAR - 2012
June 9: Fly to Phoenix, Arizona, USA
June 10-14: Latin American Business Leadership for the 21st Century (3)
G R A D U AT I O N - 2 0 1 2
June 15: Ceremony in Phoenix, Arizona
Note: We reserve the right to modify this schedule.
BECOME A CITIZEN
Global MBA for Latin American Managers students begin the program with a nine-day, on-site seminar at the Thunderbird
Global students. Global alumni.
Global MBA students come to the program from all over the world for a unique joint degree experience that blends
high-tech learning with high-touch instruction. Their cultures, backgrounds and ambitions exemplify the global
mindset both common and unique to those who join this program. Once graduated, these individuals continue
to pursue their global passions – putting their world-class degree to work for them.
S tu d e n t B ody Pro fi le
Current Enrollment
Undergraduate Majors:
2010/2011: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Engineering Sciences: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51%
Male/Female: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72%/28%
Business Administration: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45%
Average Age: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 years
Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4%
Professional Experience: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 years
Program Graduates (to date) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,317
Countries Represented:
Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia,
Class of 2010-2011 Average Test Scores
Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, England, France,
PAEP/GMAT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628/593
Germany, Guatemala, India, Israel, Mexico, Nicaragua,
TOEFL:Computer/Written/Internet . . . . . 250 /600/100
Peru, South Korea, Spain, United States, and Venezuela
OF THE WORLD
campus in Glendale, Arizona and reunite midway through the program to participate in a one-week, on location seminar.
“Before beginning the Global MBA for Latin
American Managers program, I wondered how
I would be able to juggle my studies along
with my job and other commitments. During
the program, I realize that we not only had a
manageable schedule and workload but, that
we are on a path to success.””
—Arjan K. Shahani Moreno, Class of 2009
Chief of Corporate Communications
Cervecería Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma, Monterrey, Mexico
A WORLD OF
Thunderbird faculty like Dr. Kishore Dash deliver an invigorating learning experience for participants.
World-class professors
The character of great business schools is synonymous with their great thinkers, teachers and writers
who originate new ideas and perspectives and inspire a global following in their fields. The Global MBA
faculty is recognized for innovative teaching methods, global best business practices and groundbreaking
research, as well as commentary and viewpoints on the global business scene. They are:
Global thought leaders from countries throughout the world. Most faculty have extensive
professional experience working and living internationally, which they incorporate into
their teaching.
Real-world consultants who are highly sought after to help companies worldwide remain
competitive in rapidly evolving global markets.
Published authors/academics who write about the future of global business through
a stream of thought-provoking books, articles, guest lectures, blogs and more.
Contributors to Thunderbird’s thought leadership community forum at
www.knowledgenetwork.thunderbird.edu.
OPPORTUNITITES
A world apart from the average MBA
The Global MBA program is by no means just another
distance learning MBA. Top-notch Thunderbird and
Tecnológico de Monterrey faculty bring proven tactics and
valuable insight into every lesson. Plus, you will learn from
your peers too. This program offers the finest assembly of
professionals who bring to class the most diverse views
on current events — and the greatest experience in Latin
American issues faced day-to-day in their jobs. No other
distance learning MBA offers as much.
“The Global MBA’s one-week international interim seminar included a visit to the
World Trade Organization’s headquarters in Geneva. The opportunity to see the
organization in action was an experience that I always dreamed of having.”
—Antonio Peredo Arenas, Class of 2010
Santa Fe, Mexico Campus
World-class alumni
Nothing symbolizes the Global MBA more than its alumni themselves. They are global business leaders
representing both Thunderbird and Tecnológico de Monterrey every day by their words and deeds. Most
significant is the impression each of them leaves on those whose lives they touch. This impression is
one of extraordinary business acumen, integrity, and a global mindset that is unparalleled in graduate
business education. To date, over 1,300 alumni have completed this elite program.
In just three short years, while earning his MBA from the
joint Thunderbird-Tecnológico de Monterrey program
at the Santa Fe campus in Mexico, Echeverria made four
significant professional leaps. He credits the Global MBA
for the swift career advancement and marketable skill set.
“Since day one, I was able to translate my school learning
into my job,” he says.
— Rodrigo Echeverria, Class of 2006
Senior Operations Manager for Teletech’s U.S. Embassy account
V I RT U A L U N I V E R S I T Y
Ì Originating
Sites
z Current
Sites
Future Sites
UNITED STATES
Los Angeles, USA
Ì Phoenix, USA (Thunderbird)
MEXICO
z Miami, Florida
Monterrey, Mexico (Tecnológico de Monterrey)
Leon, Mexico z
Guadalajara, Mexico z
Mexico City, Mexico
Ì
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z
San Salvador, El Salvador z
San Jose, Costa Rica
Panama City, Panama
Bogota, Colombia z
z Lima, Peru
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Buenos Aires, Argentina
RANKINGS
Thunderbird is consistently ranked #1 in interna-
Expansión ranked Tecnológico de Monterrey’s
tional business by leading global publications
EGADE Monterrey as the number one school of
(Financial Times 2009, U.S. News & World Report
business in Mexico for four consecutive years and
2010). Thunderbird’s Distance Learning MBA is
a top ranked MBA program in Latin America
ranked #7 in the world (Economist Intelligence Unit
according to AméricaEconomía
2008). In 2009, AmericaEconomia ranked
Thunderbird #9 among the best business schools
in the world (outside of Latin America).
THUNDERBIRD
TECNOLÓGICO DE MONTERREY
Dr. Humberto “Bert” Valencia
1 Global Place
Glendale, AZ 85306-6000
globalmba@thunderbird.edu
Tel: +1 602 978-7535
Fax: +1 602 978-7874
www.thunderbird.edu/globalmba
Dr. Miguel Moreno Tripp
Av. Eugenio Garza Sada Sur 2501
64849 Monterrey, N. L., México
globalmba@itesm.mx
Tel: (52 81) 8358-1400 ext. 6161
Fax: (52 81) 8358-1400 ext. 6176
www.tecvirtual.com.mx/globalmba
Cover photo: Rodrigo Vallejo, Class of 2010, Bogota, Colombia campus