MBA Programs at Pepperdine
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MBA PROGRAMS AT PEPPERDINE
MBA PROGRAMS AT PEPPERDINE
At Graziadio, our mission is simple—promote transformational learning, create applied knowledge, and equip our students to become values-based leaders and entrepreneurs. Through our mission and Christian values, our programs foster a community of driven and passionate students who want to make a lasting impact within the world of business.
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School offers a wide range of programs, each putting an emphasis on applied learning structured around a curriculum that puts theory into action. With our small class sizes, student and alumni events, personable faculty, and applied hands-on curriculum, Graziadio offers a premier MBA experience.
Our MBA programs encourage students to apply the SEER (socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible) values of business strategy across any industry. This allows our students to lead the next generation of organizations that generate substantial business results with a positive global impact.
Top-Ranked
One of the Highest-Ranked MBA Programs in the US
Top Faith-Based School
One of the Nation’s premier Christian Business Schools
Why Pepperdine
- Exceptional Faculty: Pepperdine boasts a highly experienced and diverse faculty body, consisting of renowned scholars and industry professionals who bring real-world insights into the classroom.
- Global Perspective: With a strong emphasis on global business education, Pepperdine offers various opportunities for international exposure through study abroad programs, global consulting projects, and partnerships with international institutions. Ethical
- Leadership Focus: Pepperdine prioritizes ethical leadership development, emphasizing values-based decision-making and responsible business practices. Through dedicated courses, workshops, and extracurricular activities, students learn how to lead with integrity and make ethical decisions in challenging business environments.
- Experiential Learning Opportunities: Pepperdine Business School offers numerous experiential learning opportunities, including internships, consulting projects, case competitions, and immersive simulations. These hands-on experiences allow students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios, develop practical skills, and build a strong professional portfolio, enhancing their employability upon graduation.
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WHY GRAZIADIO: MORE THAN JUST AN MBA
Customizable Curriculum
Prepare for a successful career through a combination of skill development, practical experience, and personalization through six concentrations.
Accessible Faculty
Our faculty combines successful business expertise in conjunction with distinguished academic credentials to facilitate a top-tier classroom experience.
Values-Centered
Solve real-world business challenges for established brands through Pepperdine E2B™.
Study Abroad Option
Gain hands-on international business experience with a one-week Global Business Intensive trip at one of our 40 university partners in over 25 countries.
Affordable Tuition
100% of admitted students are considered for scholarships and financial aid.
Streamlined Admission Process
No GMAT and GRE test scores required.
#1
One of the top-ranked MBA programs in the US. (USNWR/Forbes).
100%
of applicants are considered for scholarships. Full scholarships available for eligible veterans.
13:1
Student:Faculty ratio for small classes and meaningful interaction.
77%
Of Full-Time MBA graduates accepted job offers within 6 months of graduation.
EXPLORE OUR MBA PROGRAMS
Part-Time MBA
Designed for working professionals looking for a flexible course schedule as they build their foundational, industry-specific business practices to advance in their careers.
The Part-Time MBA program offers an experience-driven curriculum in a small, collaborative classroom environment, emphasizing real-world application and values-centered leadership. You can earn your degree in a hybrid format at one of our campuses in Calabasas, West LA, and Irvine with multiple academic concentrations or you can go fully online. Regardless of your schedule, you have options to complete your degree at the place and pace that works best for you.
Part-Time MBA Overview
- Part-Time
- Duration: 2-7 Years
- Min. work experience: 2 years
- Locations: West LA, Calabasas, Irvine
- No GMAT/GRE required
- Hybrid or online option
- Flex Options:
- Evening and weekend MBA classes
- Fast Track - complete in 20 months
Full-Time MBA
Ideal for people who want to accelerate their success while gaining a strong foundation of innovative business practices within a tight-knit community of entrepreneurially-minded individuals.
Our nationally ranked, Full-Time MBA program offers the opportunity to earn a degree tailored to a specific concentration in a hands-on, collaborative environment emphasizing the application of industry-specific leadership strategies to overcome complex business challenges.
Full-Time MBA Overview
- Full-Time
- Location: Malibu
- Duration: 12-20 Months
- Min. work experience: 2 years
- Study abroad opportunities
- Specialized and Accelerated Options:
- 12-Month MBA (1 Year)
- 15-month
- 20-month (2 Year)
Executive MBA
Designed specifically for seasoned executives, the 19-month Executive MBA program offers an industry-focused learning experience dedicated to the development of personal leadership competencies and innovative corporate strategies.
The EMBA program offers a flexible course schedule as well as the opportunity to collaborate within a small cohort of entrepreneurially-driven executives. You’ll build your leadership competencies while addressing real-world business challenges through a series of live case studies around a single business of your choosing.
Executive MBA Overview
- Duration: 19 months
- Min. work experience: 7 years
- Locations: Malibu, West LA, Irvine
- No GMAT or GRE required
- Dedicated class advisor
- Classes meet every three weeks
- Accelerated curriculum
- Executive mentoring
Presidents and Key Executives MBA
The 15-month Presidents and Key Executives MBA program is designed for top-level executives looking to enhance their strategic approach to the financial and operational aspects of business.
You’ll build relationships within an intimate cohort of peers who are charged with strategic decision-making and driving bottom-line results. The PKE program meets the needs of presidents, CEOs, and senior executives with an emphasis on solving current organizational challenges through the development of leadership competencies, analytical tools, and key implementation abilities.
PKE MBA Overview
- Duration: 15 months
- Min. work experience: 10 years
- Locations: Malibu, West LA, Irvine
- No GMAT or GRE required
- Dedicated executive coach
- Small, round-table style classes
- Accelerated curriculum
- Classes meet once a month for three-day sessions
TOP-RANKED AND TOP CHOICE
#1 One of the Most Chosen Business Schools in the US. (National Center for Education Statistics)
#5 Best MBA for Non-Profit (Princeton Review)
#6 Most Competitive Students (Princeton Review)
#7 Best Faith MBA Nationally (Forbes)
#7 Best MBA in California (Forbes)
#10 Greatest Resources for Women (Princeton Review)
#18 Best Career Outcomes (Poets&Quants)
#32 MBA (Pitchbook)
THE PREMIER VALUES-BASED BUSINESS SCHOOL
Pepperdine has always had a singular mission: to strengthen students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership in a learning environment where academic excellence is rooted in Christian faith and values.
As a top-ranked MBA program based at a Christian university, students prepare to drive meaningful change in business and their communities.
We empower students from all faith backgrounds to transform into the best possible expression of themselves for meaningful work and purposeful lives.
WHAT OUR ALUMNI ARE SAYING
"Graziadio provided the tools I needed to be successful in my career."
Angela Copeland | MBA ’05
SVP of Marketing, Recruiter.com
SVP of Marketing, Recruiter.com
"I used what I learned to immediately improve profitability, accountability, and brand value within the first semester."
Tom Sumner | MBA ‘03
President Yamaha Corporation of America
President Yamaha Corporation of America
"I will forever honor Graziadio’s mission to educate, inspire, and instill an ethical foundation."
Quincy Newall | MBA ’12
Founder and President TwentyOne14
Founder and President TwentyOne14
"The values-centered leadership skills I gained in the program guide me daily."
Tiffany Stith | MBA ’09
President and Chief Operating Officer Lawry’s Restaurant
President and Chief Operating Officer Lawry’s Restaurant
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