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Wilson Learning & Thunderbird Leadership Program — tabbed navigation with overview, character & strategy, why this program, what you will gain, who should attend, and tuition & schedule.
A Global Partnership to Advance Leadership Excellence
Wilson Learning and the Thunderbird School of Global Management—part of Arizona State University—have established a strategic collaboration to develop leadership programs designed for today’s complex global environment.
This partnership brings together Thunderbird’s internationally recognized leadership and global management education with Wilson Learning’s deep expertise in leadership development. Together, the institutions are creating distinctive learning experiences that integrate strategy, leadership capability, and character.
The collaboration is focused on serving organizations across Japan, North America, and Asia, supporting leaders who must navigate global complexity, cultural nuance, and sustained performance. These programs are designed for senior and high-potential leaders who are responsible not only for results, but for shaping organizations, building trust, and leading with judgment in an increasingly interconnected world.
The partnership brings together complementary methodologies to create engaging, interactive experiences that challenge assumptions and expand leaders' strategic thinking.
Character & Strategy: The Global Leadership Credential
This program develops senior leaders who align strategy with character—and lead with both.
This program credential equips leaders to understand how the enterprise truly works and strengthens the character required to carry-out that responsibility. It integrates disciplined strategy with grounded leadership identity to form enterprise-ready executives.
Phase I: Strategic Leadership Architecture
Online | Self-Paced | Thunderbird
In Phase I: Strategic Leadership Architecture, leaders
deepen their understanding of strategy, competitive
positioning, systems, and the global forces shaping
performance. They build the clarity required to lead the with discipline and foresight.
Format
Online (On-Demand)
Duration
~3 Months . 9 Modules
Delivered by
Online (On-Demand)
Est. Hours
~40 Hours
Topics
- Understanding & Tapping Future Trends
- Back-casting, Forecasting & the Power of Present-casting
- Future Fit Narratives
- Technology & Human Innovation
- Leading to Amplify Your Impact-Part 1
- Leading to Amplify Your Impact-Part 2
- Storytelling that Drives Authentic Action
- Fast, Agile, Collaborative
- Powering Through the Dark Side
Phase II: The Leadership Character Intensive
In-Person | 3 Days | Wilson Learning
In Phase II: The Leadership Character Intensive, participants turn inward to define who they must be as leaders. They articulate their leadership philosophy, align purpose with responsibility, and strengthen the balance between character and performance required to lead in complex environments.
Format
In-Person
Duration
3-day Intensive
Delivered by
Wilson Learning
Location
Los Angeles
Topics
- Strategic Management
- What Does It Mean to Lead?
- Establishing Your Leadership Foundation
- Meeting Your Leadership Challenges
- The Importance of Serving
- Leadership Framework
- Course Conclusion & Certification
Why This Program
60+
Years of Leadership
Development
Wilson Learning operates in
50+ countries worldwide.
Their proprietary Leading from
Within™ framework drives
leadership transformation
from the inside out.
45,000+
Global Alumni Network
Thunderbird’s alumni network spans 140+ countries, providing ongoing global business connections long after program completion.
World-Class in International Management
Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University (ASU) is ranked among the world’s top institutions in international management by the Financial Times, QS, and other major rankings. Thunderbird is a pioneer in global leadership education with over 8o years of history.
What You Will Gain
Not abstract leadership theory — practical skills and a recognized credential
Your Leadership Philosophy
Articulate your values, mission, and decision-making criteria into a clear leadership framework you can communicate to your organization
Global Strategy Capabilities
Build future-oriented strategies that account for geopolitical shifts, technology trends, and market disruption
Certificate
Earn a credential from world-class international management institutions - a career asset inside and outside your organization
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for experienced leaders and senior-level professionals who are navigating complexity, leading through change, and preparing for expanded scope and influence.
Senior Executives
Directors, VPs, and C-suite leaders responsible for setting organizational direction and driving both strategy execution and talent development
High-Potential Next-Gen Leaders
Emerging leaders on the executive track who need to develop a global perspective and sharpen their strategic decision-making capabilities
Global Business Leaders
Leaders managing international operations, overseas subsidiaries, or cross-border teams where global leadership competence is essential
HR & Talent Development Leaders
CHROs, HR directors, and corporate learning leaders evaluating executive development programs for their organization
Tuition & Schedule
Per participant (excl. tax)
- Full access to all 9 online modules (Phase I)
- Course materials and case studies
- 3-day in-person intensive (Phase II)
- Thunderbird x Wilson Learning joint certificate
- Alumni network access
Program Journey
Registration Information
Anand Subramaniam
Senior Director—Consulting and Capability Development (APAC)
Anand is a dynamic facilitator and business performance consultant with over 25 years of experience enabling organizations to drive change and build capability. As Senior Director – Consulting & Capability Development (APAC) at Wilson Learning, he specializes in leadership effectiveness, sales & service transformation, consultative effectiveness, strategic thinking and planning, behavioral modification and learning strategy implementation.
He has designed and delivered impactful learning journeys for leaders and teams across a variety of industries including manufacturing, IT, financial services, pharmaceuticals, technology, consulting and shipping. Anand has facilitated learning initiatives for participants ranging from C-suite executives to frontline managers globally across Asia, the USA, Europe and the Caribbean, engaging professionals from diverse cultures and helping them drive measurable business outcomes through their learning.
As one of Wilson Learning’s Master Facilitators, Anand has partnered with several industry-leading organizations like IBM, Nestle, AstraZeneca, Bajaj Finance, Bank of America, AON, Samsung, to create learning experiences that are insightful, practical, and transformative. He also certifies other facilitators entering Wilson Learning’s facilitator network, and coaches members of the Wilson Learning sales and sales leadership team.
Outside of work, Anand is lifelong videogame enthusiast, a PADI certified advanced open water scuba diver and an omnivorous reader. He lives in Kolkata, India.
Allen Morrison
Professor, Thunderbird School of Global Management
Allen J. Morrison is professor in the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Morrison previously served as CEO and director-general, senior advisor for global management education and executive education initiatives at Arizona State University. Before joining ASU in 2014, Morrison was professor of global management and the holder of the Kristian Gerhard Jebsen Chair for Responsible Leadership in the Maritime Industry at IMD. Professor Morrison was also director of the IMD Global CEO Center, which focuses on the challenges CEOs face while leading their companies in the global economy.
Professor Morrison has authored or co-authored more than 60 articles and case studies and 11 books including "Sunset in the Land of the Rising Sun," "Global Explorers: The Next Generation of Leaders," "Failure to Globally Launch: The Case for Aspiring Market Giants," "Competition in Global Industries" and "International Management," currently in its 5th edition (Irwin McGraw-Hill). His research has been published in a range of journals including Harvard Business Review, Strategic Management Journal, Sloan Management Review, Journal of Management, and the Journal of International Business Studies. Professor Morrison has also served as editor of the Journal of International Management and on the Editorial Review Board of the Journal of International Business Studies. His research has won awards from the Academy of Management, the Academy of International Business, the Administrative Sciences Association of Canada and the Strategic Management Society.
Professor Morrison has consulted with a wide range of companies around the world. Some of these companies have included Shell, Toshiba, The World Bank/IFC, NYSE Euronext, IBM, E&Y, Rio Tinto, Skanska, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Novartis, HSBC, Accenture Consulting, ExxonMobil, KPMG, The Limited Brands, ING Bank, Nissan, IFF, Hutchison Port Holdings, Dow Chemical, General Motors, DSM, Mubadala, Manulife, AT&T, Maple Leaf Foods, Mattel, ARCO/BP, Bata Shoe, Amcor, Dofasco, the Kellogg Company, and PCCW.
Prior to joining IMD, Professor Morrison taught on the faculty at INSEAD where he directed numerous custom and public executive programs. He was also J. Armand Bombardier Chair of Global Management and Associate Dean-Executive Development at the Ivey School of Business in Canada. Professor Morrison has been a visiting professor at the Anderson School at University of California at Los Angeles and a professor at the American Graduate School of International Management-Thunderbird. He has taught on executive programs at Harvard Business School, the University of Michigan and at leading business schools in Australia and China.
Education
- Ph.D. International Business, University of South Carolina
- M.B.A. University of Western Ontario, Canada
- B.A. Brigham Young University
