Thunderbird Online Overview - June 2014
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Thunderbird Online offers a variety of online courses and certificates, including a specialized program in global oil and gas management. Participants from 98 countries engage in facilitated 8-week courses that provide continuing education units, with options for individual and corporate solutions. The program emphasizes flexible learning, networking opportunities, and the potential for tuition credits toward additional Thunderbird degree programs.
Thunderbird Online Overview - June 2014
- 1. A Global Education in a Digital World Overview of Thunderbird Online Joe Patterson Executive Director, Thunderbird Executive Education joe.patterson@thunderbird.edu +1 (602) 978 - 7437
- 2. Table of Contents 2 Thunderbird Online Certificates & Courses 3 Thunderbird Online Executive Certificates 4 Thunderbird Online Course Delivery 5 Certificate in Global Oil & Gas Management 6 Past Participant Locations 7 Key Elements of Thunderbird Online Courses 9 Thunderbird Online Corporate Solutions 18 What Happens After Your Thunderbird Online Experience? 27 About Thunderbird 33
- 3. Thunderbird Online Certificates & Courses 3 online.thunderbird.edu
- 4. Comprised of three, 8-week facilitated courses. • 3 core content or 2 core content + 1 elective Each 8-week course awards 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Standard fees: • Single course: $1,980 USD • 3 course track: $4,752 USD (a 20% savings) Thunderbird Online Executive Certificates Course 1 8 weeks 16 – 24 hours of content Course 2 8 weeks 16 – 24 hours of content Course 3 8 weeks 16 – 24 hours of content Thunderbird Executive Certificate 4
- 5. Thunderbird Online Course Delivery 5
- 6. Certificate in Global Oil & Gas Management Twelve online modules comprised of five content categories: Global Oil and Gas: Value Chain and Geopolitics of Oil The Upstream: Exploration, Development, and Production The Midstream: Markets and Transportation The Downstream: Refining and Marketing The Future Oil and Gas Industry The Global Oil and Gas Industry: Strategy, Finance, and Management, written by professors Andrew Inkpen and Michael Moffett, serves as the foundation for the curriculum. Program Fee: $2,900 with special pricing available for corporate/group registrations DEMO: Certificate in Global Oil & Gas Management 6
- 7. Participant Locations 7 Study, share thoughts, and network with fellow participants in 98 countries on 6 continents. View Thunderbird Online’s Participant Map
- 8. Participant Locations 8 Afghanistan Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belgium Bermuda Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Burundi Cameroon Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Cote d’Ivoire Curacao Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt Ethiopia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Guinea Honduras Hong Kong Iceland India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kuwait Liberia Malaysia Maldives Mexico Mongolia Montenegro Mozambique Nepal Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Norway Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Singapore South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland Tanzania Thailand Togo Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States of America Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe View Thunderbird Online’s Participant Map
- 9. Key Elements of Thunderbird Online Courses 9
- 10. Thunderbird Learning Environment 10 DEMO: Thunderbird Learning Environment
- 12. Case Studies 12
- 13. Tegrity Lecture Capture Software 13
- 14. Podcasts 14
- 17. Weekly Quizzes & Assessments 17 Short explanations of correct answers provide real-time feedback and allow for continuous learning.
- 19. Thunderbird Online Corporate Solutions Existing online certificate courses as pre or post work Global Learning Portal Custom content creation 19 Online assessments Synchronous webinars Custom learner reporting
- 20. Global Clients & Partners 20 Global Clients Global Partners
- 21. 21 Corporate Programs Delivered Worldwide
- 22. 22 •Stand out by quickly gaining new skills and credentials Differentiate •“Low-risk, high-gain” exposure to new technologies built into online learning programs Low Risk, High Gain •Immediately apply new concepts and learning methods to day-to-day projects, increasing visibility & confidence Application •Gain ideas and foster communication with working professionals in different industries and countries Ideas and Communication •Leverage flexible scheduling to balance the work+family+education equation Balance Benefits of Online Learning for the Workforce
- 23. 23 Cost Control •Online modules can be integrated with face-to-face Exec Ed programs to provide continuity while reducing costs •Online education minimizes travel expenses and time out of office Reporting •Customized learner reporting can measure engagement, employee participation, and learning outcomes Global Delivery & Standardization •Collaboration tools and asynchronous delivery allows for cross-border, cross-time zone participation •Standard online programs provide common-ground for later educational initiatives & serve as part of orientation and on-boarding Project-Practice •Integrating a real-world work project with an online learning environment will add value to the company while further engaging learners and creating new communities of practice Benefits of Online Learning Benefits of Online Learning - L&D Perspective
- 24. Custom learning portals serve as the vessel that carries corporate program learning objectives across three zones of learning: synchronous, asynchronous, and on-the-job learning. The learning portal’s embedded assessments, completion tracking, discussion boards, and participant profiles equip clients with actionable and accurate data on learner progress and engagement throughout the stages of their learning journey with Thunderbird. Custom Learning Portal Portals provide a centralized ‘home’ for: – Content – Collaboration – Peer-to-peer learning 24
- 25. Synchronous, Virtual Classroom Webinars 25 Virtual classroom webinars enable faculty to deliver synchronous sessions to participants around the world. Interactive activities include: Polling Open-forum Chats Team Breakout Rooms Customizable Layouts Interactive Whiteboards Q&A Functionality Streaming Videos
- 26. Synchronous, Virtual Classroom Webinars 26
- 27. What Happens After Your Thunderbird Online Experience? 27
- 28. Thunderbird Online Certification Badge The online badge is a symbol of recognition from Thunderbird that you successfully completed your certificate program. You can showcase your badge in many places including: • Resume • E-mail Signature • Personal Websites • LinkedIn Profiles 28
- 29. Thunderbird Networking Opportunity Gain access to network with over 40,000 Thunderbird Alumni around the world. The most common networking event is your local First Tuesday where T-Birds from around the globe connect with individuals in their local community. 29 Thunderbird Worldwide Community
- 30. Thunderbird Online Portal 30 Gain access for a year to the Thunderbird Online portal where past participants can connect and interact before and after their course.
- 31. Tuition Credit Opportunity 31 Expand your Thunderbird education with Thunderbird’s exclusive tuition credit. Up to $5,000 of your online program tuition can be applied toward tuition for any of Thunderbird's degree programs.
- 32. Past Participant Thoughts 32 I have been very impressed by the quality instruction and the structure of the online classes and would recommend these courses for anyone who is involved in international business.” Thunderbird Online courses offer a unique learning experience provided by the fantastic teaching staff, the excellent course materials and interactive learning process, the multicultural environment and the well-structured and easy to navigate online learning system.” Thunderbird Online courses offer a unique learning experience provided by the fantastic teaching staff, the excellent course materials and interactive learning process, the multicultural environment & the well-structured and easy to navigate online learning system.” I chose a Thunderbird Online certificate because of the quality and structure of the courses. The online learning programs allow me flexibility to do the work according to my schedule within the week. I have been very impressed by the quality instruction and the structure of the online classes." More Participant Testimonials
- 34. Thunderbird Rankings 34 Click Play Button to View Video Mission: We educate global leaders who create sustainable prosperity worldwide. Vision: We will dramatically grow our positive impact in a world economy in dire need of the global leadership talent we were founded to provide. Executive Education’s Philosophy & People: Our philosophy is simple – the client is at the center of what we do. We are here to collaborate with our clients, and provide solutions to overcome existing challenges and help them achieve their strategic objectives. Thunderbird offers a unique and powerful educational experience that teaches businesses how to manage in diverse social, economic, and political environments. International Full-Time MBA U.S. News & World Report 2014 “International Clients” Custom Programs Financial Times 2014 “Faculty Diversity” Open Enrollment Financial Times 2014 “International Location” Open Enrollment Financial Times 2014 Overall Executive Education Financial Times 2014 #1 #3 #5 #7 #13
- 35. Visit: online.thunderbird.edu Follow Us Online: Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Blog Contact: Joe Patterson joe.patterson@thunderbird.edu +1 602 978 7437 / 800 457 6959 Twitter: @TBirdOnline Thank You 35 For more information…