East Asia

Tokyo

Japan

Shanghai

China

Seoul

Korea

Our worldwide presence

Thunderbird’s regional locations serve as vital hubs in major commercial centers worldwide, expanding our academic offerings through degree programs and executive education. These locations strengthen our global alumni network, fostering meaningful connections and engagement. They play a crucial role in international recruiting and student outreach, ensuring that Thunderbird attracts and supports top talent from around the world. Additionally, they drive thought leadership and innovative solutions through strategic partnerships, reinforcing Thunderbird’s position as a leader in global business and management education.

Our presence in East Asia

Thunderbird's first regional center in East Asia launched in 2017 thanks to the generosity and support of alumnus Hiroshi Hamada. Since then, our strong alumni network in Japan has contributed to its growth and expansion of services. In 2019, our second regional center in Seoul was launched with the support of prominent alumnus Dr. Se Yung Lee. Thunderbird's expansion in the region continued in 2021 with the launch of the center in Shanghai.

Seoul, Korea
Shanghai, China
Tokyo, Japan

Our offices and staff

Seoul, Korea

Thunderbird’s Korea office was established in January 2019 and is located in the hub of Gangnam with complex of World Trade Center Seoul. The center supports executive programs, external collaboration and alumni engagement. It also focused on student recruitment to the various Thunderbird programs. 517 Yeongdong-daero, 30F, ASEM Tower, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea O: 82-2-6001-3334

Tokyo, Japan

Launched in June 2018, our regional center in Tokyo was the very first established through the generosity of T-bird alumni. Our office in Tokyo plays an important role in engaging and strengthening our alumni network there, recruiting students, and engaging with executive education clients and strategic partners in the region. With the amazing support of T-birds in the country, this office continuously develops new relationships and opportunities with higher education institutions and multiple companies in Japan. Shin Marunouchi Center Building 21F 1-6-2 Marunouchi Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan o: +81 3 6634 6749

Shanghai, China

Thunderbird’s Shanghai regional center was established in 2021 and is located in Pudong, Shanghai, China. Serving as a vital hub within the region, the Shanghai team primarily focuses on alumni engagement as its core objective, while providing support to Thunderbird's alumni network and chapters in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong chapters. The Shanghai team helps to facilitate student recruitment for both online and in-person programs by actively engaging with local communities. Additionally, Shanghai leadership is responsible for establishing and nurturing existing partnerships within the local business and academic landscape. This involves forging executive education partnerships with local companies and establishing academic partnerships with Chinese universities. Leveraging its strategic location in Shanghai, a vibrant and cosmopolitan international metropolis, the Shanghai center serves as a catalyst for Thunderbird's expansion and active involvement in China. 690 Bibo Road, Zhangjiang Science City, Shanghai, China. O: +86-13802511702