Recognition of Honors
Regalia
Distinctive caps, gowns, and hoods have been worn at college and university functions since the Middle Ages. This was when scholarship was usually associated with a church or monastery. Over the years, the simple hooded gown or cassock evolved into a distinctive academic costume. In the legacy of this academic tradition, students who excel in their studies are recognized for their achievement. They are acknowledged by wearing medallions with their gowns at graduation.
Today's academic regalia is profoundly symbolic of the reverence held for the pursuit of knowledge and the achievement of scholarship.
Bachelor of Science in Management (BSM)
Honor cords are only given to undergraduate students who have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Honor cords will be available for pickup prior to your commencement at the Graduate Check-In area.
• Cum Laude - minimum 3.50 GPA
• Magna Cum Laude - minimum 3.70 GPA
• Summa Cum Laude - minimum 3.90 GPA
Questions? Contact Program Office for details (pgbs.ptprograms@pepperdine.edu).
Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma
The only business honor society recognized by AACSB International. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, is the highest recognition a business student can receive in an undergraduate or master's business program accredited by AACSB. Students achieving high academic excellence will be invited to join.
Membership Key Pin and Medallion
For graduates attending the commencement ceremony in Malibu, your Beta Gamma Sigma medallion and key pin will be available for pick up at the graduation check-in tables. To receive your medallion and key pin at commencement, you MUST accept and pay your membership fee by the deadline.
For those not attending the commencement ceremony or those who accept past the deadline, your key pin and medallion will be sent to your diploma address approximately three weeks after the commencement ceremony.
Questions? Contact Program Office for details (pgbs.ptprograms@pepperdine.edu; pgbsftprograms@pepperdine.edu)