Pepperdine Graziadio Debuts Course on AI and Digital Innovation

This spring, Pepperdine Graziadio Business School launched ISTM 668: Digital Innovation and IS (DIIS) Client-Based Practicum, a groundbreaking course preparing students to lead in an increasingly tech-driven business landscape.

Led by Dr. John Mooney, Professor of Information Systems and Technology Management, the course explores how emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT)—are transforming business strategy and operations.

As part of the curriculum, students partnered with real companies to tackle live consulting projects. These hands-on experiences challenged them to identify digital innovation opportunities, propose strategic tech-driven solutions, and consider the ethical implications of implementation.

Courses like ISTM 668 reflect Pepperdine Graziadio’s continued commitment to experiential learning and values-driven leadership in the era of AI and digital transformation.