Graziadio Thought Leadership
We Broaden Views and Influence Conversations
Our faculty dedicate time and focus not only to our students, but to the advancement of a greater conversation about challenges and opportunities in contemporary business.
Issues of innovation, ethics, and the promotion of leadership diversity are just some of the areas in which Graziadio thought leaders make their voices heard. Through these noteworthy contributions, our community elevates the reputation of our school and expresses the values in our mission.
Current Conversations
Explore our business blog where we weigh in on topics surrounding leadership performance, technological innovations or visit the Pepperdine Graziadio Newsroom for insights on our notable and respected contributions to the business world.
- AEG Staff Complete Pepperdine Graziadio FEMBA Program Under Innovative Partnership
- Charla Griffy-Brown Talks with eWeek on Reasons Why AI Projects Fail and How Businesses Can Avoid Them
- Alan Hoisman-- In Memoriam
- Smile Brands Ranked No. 8 in Top 150 Impact Companies List of 2021
- Graziadio Faculty Lead Conversation on the Future of the Real Estate Market, COVID's Lasting Impact, and Reimagining the Sector
The Broader View
Pepperdine Microenterprise Program
Gain An Edge, Pay It Forward
The Pepperdine Microenterprise Program was inspired by Nobel Peace Prize recipient Dr. Muhammad Yunus' speech on social entrepreneurship in 2007 at Pepperdine University.
As a result, we now partner with transitional shelters in the greater L.A. area, providing residents with an education focused on personal growth, career development, and entrepreneurship.

Graziadio Faculty comprise of scholars and thought leaders that bring up-to-the-minute, field-tested insights to our academic community.

See our demographics, faculty stats, top rankings, and more at Graziadio At a Glance.