About Graziadio Business School

Our Mission

Inspired by our Christian values and commitment to academic excellence, we seek to: Foster transformational learning, Create applied knowledge, and Equip our students to lead lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

Strengthening Leaders For Greater Purpose

At Pepperdine Graziadio, we shape leaders who don't just succeed—they inspire. Our programs equip you to navigate change, harness technology, and lead with vision, courage, and integrity. Here, leadership is about making a meaningful difference, leaving a legacy, and strengthening others along the way.

Our Story at Graziadio

Founded in 1969, the Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University is dedicated to shaping leaders who will contribute to the betterment of business practice. This intention is embodied in our mission, our founder's and benefactor's points of view, and our daily commitment to hallmarks of entrepreneurship, integrity and academic excellence.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is the foundational lens for every program we offer. We equip students to launch high-growth ventures or lead corporate innovation by mastering ideation, marketing, strategic planning, and product development. Our curriculum blends rigorous theory with hands-on training to help students craft compelling narratives that win over investors. This entrepreneurial focus culminates in our annual Fast Pitch Competition, held alongside the nationally recognized Most Fundable Companies initiative.

Social, Environmental, and Ethical Responsibility

The Socially, Environmentally, and Ethically Responsible (SEER) Business Strategy certificate program at Graziadio empowers students to become mindful leaders driven by a greater purpose. Directed by Robert Bikel, this specialized curriculum seamlessly integrates environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate ethics into core financial goals. Students learn to navigate complex global challenges while driving sustainable profitability and meaningful social impact. Whether launching a startup or leading an established enterprise, graduates emerge fully prepared to champion the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profits. This powerful framework ensures future executives lead with deep intention to actively change the market for the better.

Healthcare

Pepperdine Graziadio prepares professionals to lead and innovate across healthcare operations, patient care, and organizational strategy. We offer dedicated healthcare specializations within both our Part-Time MBA and Online MBA programs. This focus culminates annually in our Future of Healthcare Symposium, which brings together industry pioneers to explore emerging trends and systemic solutions. This business-driven impact is part of a broader, university-wide commitment to advancing the industry, anchoring Pepperdine’s leadership both at Graziadio and through clinical excellence at our School of Nursing. 

Real Estate

Pepperdine Graziadio embeds real estate into its core brand identity, championing it as a vital pillar of modern, purposeful leadership rather than just an academic track. Our Master of Science in Real Estate offers the rigorous technical skills and strategic expertise needed to excel in commercial markets, supplemented by a robust calendar of specialized events and programming. Students gain an elite competitive edge through direct engagement with our influential real estate board members, who actively mentor the next generation of executives. By fusing high-level industry access with immersive learning, the Graziadio brand serves as a powerful lifelong network for real estate professionals. Ultimately, we prepare visionary leaders driven by a greater purpose to lead with integrity and reshape the future of our built environments.