Pepperdine Graziadio Business School Earns Top Spots in CEO Magazine’s Global MBA Rankings

Pepperdine Graziadio Business School continues to earn global recognition in CEO Magazine’s 2025 rankings, solidifying its reputation for academic excellence and industry relevance. The rankings, based on meticulous fact-based criteria, scrutinized MBA programs across various metrics, including faculty quality, international diversity, and delivery methods. 

The Full-Time MBA and Part-Time MBA programs were named to the Tier One Global MBA List, while the Executive DBA was recognized on the Premier Global DBA List for its impact on senior executives and business leaders.

Notably, Graziadio’s Online MBA moved up one spot to #23 globally, reflecting its strong curriculum and flexible learning options for working professionals. The Executive MBA also saw an increase, ranking #36 globally, up two places from last year, underscoring its value for executives seeking advanced leadership training.

View the 2025 rankings here. Learn more about the Pepperdine Graziadio programs.