Hinrich Foundation to offer scholarships for Thunderbird at ASU students

The Hinrich Foundation is offering three Global Trade Leader Scholarships to full-time students in the Master of Global Management (MGM) program delivered in partnership with the Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University.

Each scholarship provides $25,000 in funding from the Hinrich Foundation, complemented by an additional $18,000 from the Thunderbird Alumni Scholarship, with opportunities for further merit-based awards.

The scholarship is open to applicants from all countries who have relevant work experience and a strong interest in working in global trade after graduation. Program and scholarship details are available on the Hinrich Foundation guide to selecting master’s programs in international business and trade.

In addition to tuition support, scholarship recipients will build their industry networks by attending four meetings per academic year at U.S.-based chambers of commerce or industry associations. To further expand their network of leaders across global trade value chains, graduates will become members of the Hinrich Foundation Alumni Association.

The Hinrich Foundation operates as an independent, Asia-based philanthropic organization committed to advancing mutually beneficial and sustainable global trade. Guided by the belief that trade is a powerful driver of shared prosperity, technological innovation, sustainability and peaceful international cooperation, the foundation supports rigorous, evidence-based research and develops innovative educational programs that deepen understanding of global trade and its impact on economies and societies worldwide.

"Sustainable trade practices are not intuitive. They must be taught," said Alex Boome, program director at the Hinrich Foundation. "Thunderbird’s Master of Global Management is a leading program featured in the Hinrich Foundation guide. Importantly, its curriculum — with its strong global emphasis combined with experiential learning — provides a great platform for graduates to secure leadership positions across global value chains."

To commence this scholarship opportunity, a signing event took place on April 28 at the Hinrich Foundation Centre in Singapore, bringing together Thunderbird staff, alumni and regional partners for an evening of connection and collaboration. 

The signing included Charla Griffy-Brown, director general and dean of Thunderbird, alongside Merle Hinrich, founder and chairman of the Hinrich Foundation, marking an important step in expanding international trade education. 

"Thunderbird has long been committed to preparing the next generation of global leaders — not for yesterday, but for what’s next," said Griffy-Brown. "We are incredibly proud that Thunderbird has been repeatedly recognized as the No. 1 school in the world for international trade, placing our flagship MGM program as the premier graduate program in international trade globally.

"Our MGM program continues to attract students who aim to build bridges where others see barriers — leaders who act with courage, curiosity and humanity," continued Griffy-Brown. "Through our partnership with the Hinrich Foundation, we have a shared commitment to ensuring our students are equipped to advance mutually beneficial and sustainable global trade through research and trade education."

Prospective scholars need to apply directly with Thunderbird's recruiting and admissions team. Learn more about the program and the admission process at Thunderbird's website.