Thunderbird Pre-MBA/Master s Preparatory Programs. Intensive Business English Program English Boot Camp GMAT Test Prep TOEFL Test Prep

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1 Thunderbird Pre-MBA/Master s Preparatory Programs Intensive Business English Program English Boot Camp GMAT Test Prep TOEFL Test Prep

2 Success is within your reach To succeed in a U.S.-based graduate business program, preparation is key. Thunderbird s Language & Culture Programs offers a suite of preparatory programs that help you master the skills needed to achieve your graduate school goals. Our programs include: Pages 2-3 Pre-MBA/Master s Intensive English Program (IEP) A 10-week intensive business English program for non-native speakers currently applying to Thunderbird or another graduate business program. The IEP provides participants with the skills, tools and confidence to communicate effectively in a business English environment. Page 4 English Boot Camp A 2-week refresher program for international students already accepted or conditionally accepted for admission to Thunderbird or another graduate business program. English Boot Camp provides practical, business-oriented language training in a small group environment. Page 5 GMAT Test Preparation This course helps students prepare for and improve their scores and confidence on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), a skills/comprehension exam required for admission into a graduate business program. Page 5 TOEFL Test Preparation This course gives students the key skills and strategy to improve their scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a language proficiency exam required of prospective graduate school students whose undergraduate coursework was not taught in English. Having the skills, profi ciency and confi dence to communicate in English whether written or oral is critical to success in a graduate business school. The IEP program focuses on real business English and its real-world academic and professional application so that students can embark on graduate school with the tools and capabilities to p erform at their best. Professor Beth Stoops Senior Vice President, Thunderbird Corporate Learning Thunderbird is ranked #1 in the world. #1 Best in International Business Full-time MBA (US News & World Report 2010), #1 International Full-time MBA (Financial Times 2009) 1

3 Pre-MBA/Master s Intensive English Program Serious academic preparation and superior English language training are essential for U.S.-based graduate business programs. Thunderbird s Pre-MBA/Master s Intensive English Program (IEP) is uniquely designed for non-native English speakers who plan to enter Thunderbird or another graduate business program, giving them a thorough immersion in contemporary business English. Skills you will learn Enhance your listening and conversational skills for personal and business communication. You will discuss information, ideas and concepts which have been read, seen or heard in class and practice using business jargon, idioms and general vocabulary. Academic and Business Writing Learn American academic and business writing and researching techniques to help you succeed in a U.S. business program. Business Discussions and Case Studies Build discussion skills and a broad business vocabulary through selected business readings and the case-study method (learning from actual business situations). Cross-cultural Communication Explore American values and their origins; compare American beliefs, verbal and non-verbal communication patterns, relationships, and customs to those of your own; and practice strategies to help you thrive in foreign and multicultural environments. Strategic Reading Comprehension Improve your reading comprehension skills through learning and practicing various reading techniques. Presentation Skills Develop the delivery skills, organizational structure, rhetorical techniques and confidence needed to give an effective presentation in English, and increase your overall fluency. Development Learn some of the most problematic sounds in American English while simultaneously acquiring accurate word stress, sentence stress, and intonation. Thunderbird s IEP taught me how to survive and eventually thrive in a crosscultural, English language immersed environment. Thanks to the program, I was able to acquire a cross-cultural business mindset and the confi dence for the MBA program in only 10 weeks. Ai-Ting Ariel Wang 09, Taiwan Ideal Participants Prospective MBA or Master s students International professionals Business executives Program Benefits Small class sizes (average students/classroom) Business-oriented approach to learning Individualized attention Program reputation and prestige Program Specifics Duration: 10-week program offered twice per year, in summer and fall Location: Thunderbird s main campus, Glendale, Arizona 2

4 Sample Schedule The Pre-MBA/Master s Intensive English Program Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Presentation Skills Presentation Skills Presentation Skills Presentation Skills Presentation Skills Academic & Business Writing Academic & Business Writing Academic & Business Writing Academic & Business Writing Study Break Language is the bridge to success. As a participant in Thunderbird s renowned Pre-MBA/Master s Intensive English Program, you ll gain practical and applicable English skills for graduate business school. To qualify, applicants should: Possess an undergraduate degree Be in the process of applying for admission to Thunderbird or another MBA/Master s program Have earned a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (CAT 213; ibt 79) or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 Have earned a minimum GMAT score of 520* (Business professionals who have sufficient English skills may also apply.) *The minimum required GMAT score to attend the IEP is 520. Admittance and acceptance to the IEP does not guarantee admission to Thunderbird s MBA or Master s programs. Register today at or call There is no way you can compete in today s interconnected global marketplace without excellent communication skills. The non-native English speakers who participate in our Pre-MBA/Master s IEP enter degree programs with stronger skills in English and are clearly more confi dent, more motivated and ultimately more successful in their studies and subsequent business careers. Steve Gemmiti Professor, Corporate Learning

5 English Boot Camp Program Being accepted into a U.S.-based graduate business program is a huge accomplishment. Now, prepare yourself for a successful transition by refreshing your business English skills with Thunderbird s English Boot Camp (EBC) program a condensed language course designed to enhance your business English skills and confidence before your MBA or Master s program begins. Program curriculum Case study discussions Presentation skills training Business vocabulary lessons Writing & grammar refreshers Discussion tips and techniques Study of everyday English idioms Prepare for academic and professional success. Thunderbird s EBC program is uniquely designed for students who do not speak English as their native language. To qualify, applicants should: Possess an undergraduate degree Be accepted or conditionally accepted for admission to Thunderbird or another MBA/Master s program Have earned a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (CAT 250; ibt 100) or a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 Have earned a GMAT verbal score of 25 or lower. A must-have experience prior to entering an MBA program. My confi dence improved dramatically. Daniel Vega 09, Mexico - Thunderbird MBA Program Ideal Participants Students about to start MBA or Master s programs International professionals Business executives Program Benefits Small class sizes (average students) Business-oriented approach to learning Individualized attention Program reputation and prestige Program Specifics Duration: 2-week program offered twice per year, in spring and summer Location: Thunderbird s main campus, Glendale, Arizona Register today at or call

6 GMAT and TOEFL Test Preparation Enhance your test-taking skills. Improve your scores. Achieve your goals. Thunderbird s GMAT and TOEFL test preparation courses help you study for and excel on these exams giving you the confidence and capability to earn your best score possible. Our GMAT-Prep and TOEFL-Prep programs are offered in two flexible formats: custom and intensive. GMAT-Prep CUSTOM Current GMAT Score: 520+ Program Length: 24 Sessions* / 2-3 weeks Fee: $3,150 (USD) TOEFL-Prep CUSTOM Current TOEFL Score: 530+ (197 CAT; 71 ibt) Program Length: 24 Sessions* / 2-3 weeks Fee: $3,150 (USD) INTENSIVE Current GMAT Score: 480+ Program Length: 30 Sessions* / 4-6 weeks Fee: $3,750 (USD) INTENSIVE Current TOEFL Score: 500+ (173 CAT; 61 ibt) Program Length: 30 Sessions* / 4-6 weeks Fee: $3,750 (USD) *50 minutes each *50 minutes each Taught through one-on-one sessions with skilled professors, these programs allow for a curriculum and schedule customized for you. Our GMAT-Prep programs have been successful for both native and nonnative English speakers. Thunderbird s GMAT and TOEFL-Prep faculty have English as a Second Language backgrounds. Program fees include books, CD and classroom materials. Sample Schedule Custom GMAT Prep Program Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday WEEK 1 Data Sufficiency Sentence Correction Data Sufficiency Sentence Correction WEEK 2 Data Sufficiency Sentence Correction Critical Reasoning Discrete Quantitative WEEK 3 Critical Reasoning Reading Comprehension Discrete Quantitative Reading Discrete Quantitative For more information or to register, visit or call Building my confi dence during Thunderbird s GMAT-Prep program, combined with the excellent professors, helped me increase my GMAT score. Ivan Platt 10, Mexico, Thunderbird MBA Program

7 Thunderbird Campus A global hub in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona Known for its breathtaking desert views and enticing weather, Arizona has much to offer. Thunderbird Language & Culture Programs preparatory classes take place on the school s main campus in Glendale, Arizona, a suburb of Phoenix, the fifth largest city in the United States. Campus life Enjoying Arizona With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, Arizona offers abundant recreational opportunities. The state is home to more than 400 golf courses. Five lakes are within a 45-minute drive of campus. Just hours away are Sedona s red rock formations, Flagstaff s famed ski resort and the worldfamous Grand Canyon. Surrounded by mature palm trees and beautiful desert landscaping, Thunderbird s campus boasts a swimming pool with surrounding BBQ grills, sports fields and an indoor fitness center. The Thunderbird Commons features a sandwich counter, hot entrees, ethnic specialties, salad bar, grill, pastries, and Starbucks coffee and the on-campus pub offers a full range of specialties. An on-site, full-service print shop, student health center and various lodging options are also available. Study in style Thunderbird s International Business Information Centre (IBIC) provides 24-hour online access to databases that include thousands of journals and newspapers, books, specialized business resources that cover company and industry information, marketing, finance and other topics relevant to the curriculum. The IBIC is a central gathering place for students. Learn more at The state s major league sports teams are based in Phoenix - with the Arizona Cardinals and Phoenix Coyotes stadiums just minutes from campus. The city also touts countless resorts, spas, shopping venues and dining destinations. 6

8 Thunderbird: A leader in global business education. U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT 2010 #1 International Full-time MBA 14th consecutive #1 ranking FINANCIAL TIMES 2009 #1 Best in International Business Full-time MBA THE WALL STREET JOURNAL 2008 #3 Best Executive MBA Programs ECONOMIST INTELLIGENCE UNIT 2008 #7 Distance-learning MBA FINANCIAL TIMES 2009 #11 Open Enrollment Programs (One of the 12 elite providers in the world) For additional information [email protected] Phone: Fax: Address: 1 Global Place; Glendale, AZ ; United States of America Accredited by AACSB-International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International) NCA (North Central Association of Colleges and Schools) 08/ % Recycled