Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School Introduces ‘MBA Plus’ Lifelong Learning and Career Enrichment Program for MBA Alumni, Offering Reduced Tuition

Business Wire, June 25, 2009

Career development program gives alumni opportunity to update and extend knowledge-base for today’s competitive market

LOS ANGELES -- Supporting graduates in difficult economic times and advancing life-long learning, Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management will provide MBA alumni up to 75% reduced tuition to help those who wish to refresh skills and acquire advanced knowledge by taking additional courses or completing a new emphasis, the school announced today.

The alumni life-long learning program, called MBA Plus (http://bschool.pepperdine.edu/alumni/mbaplus/), will allow alumni to augment their knowledge and skills, to pursue a different career-positioning focus or take advantage of curriculum enhancements made since originally earning their MBA degree. Designed exclusively for alumni who have already completed a Graziadio School MBA degree as a full-time, part-time or executive MBA student, MBA Plus will offer qualified candidates the opportunity to apply for a limited number of seats in Fully Employed MBA program evening and weekend courses starting in fall 2009.

“In today’s world, the desire to acquire additional knowledge with life-long value is a key enabler for many who wish to have a competitive edge in this economy. MBA Plus is our way of helping alumni overcome career challenges brought on by the current crisis,” said Dean Linda A. Livingstone.

“This program will offer Pepperdine MBA alumni the chance to strengthen or re-position their career opportunities and enrich their degree by earning a new emphasis in entrepreneurship, finance, global business, marketing, leadership or change management,” she said.

Qualified MBA alumni will receive a 75% reduction on tuition for the first four units of Fully Employed MBA coursework taken on a space available basis per 12 month period and a 25% tuition reduction for subsequent units taken on a space available basis within that same 12 month period.

MBA alumni who enroll must participate fully in the course, attend all scheduled class sessions, complete all course assignments, and will receive a course grade that will be posted to their transcript. Alumni completing all the courses for a Fully Employed MBA emphasis will also receive a certificate.

Those alumni interested in applying for the program should go to http://bschool.pepperdine.edu/alumni/mbaplus/ or contact (888) 339-0109.

About the Graziadio School of Business and Management

Founded on the core values of integrity, stewardship, courage, and compassion, Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management (http://bschool.pepperdine.edu) has been developing values-centered leaders and advancing responsible business practice since 1969. Our portfolio of fully accredited MBA, Master of Science, and bachelor’s completion business programs provide personalized attention in an intimate setting, emphasis on applied and relevant business practices, and the convenience of five campus locations throughout Southern California. With an alumni network of more than 32,000 business professionals, the Graziadio School delivers superior quality of experience, depth of knowledge and flexibility for professionals continuing their education as full-time students, fully-employed degree recipients and senior executives.

Editor’s Note: Dr. John Mooney, Associate Dean for Fully Employed MBA Programs, is available to address the design and delivery of the MBA Plus Program. He may be reached at (949) 223-2538 or John.Mooney@pepperdine.edu