Pepperdine | School of Public Policy Search site MENU Preparing Public Leaders with a "Moral Sense" Welcome to the Pepperdine School of Public Policy The Pepperdine School of Public Policy prepares our next generation of policy and political leaders through America's distinctive master of public policy curriculum. Balancing coursework in philosophy and history with quantitative classes in economics and policy analysis, graduates go on to careers across the government, nonprofit, and policy-related business sectors. Both inside and outside our classroom, our students experience our commitment to viewpoint diversity, seeing policy debates from both sides of the aisle as a unique way of preparing servant leaders. READ MORE COVID-19 Planning and Preparedness Pepperdine University is closely monitoring developments for COVID-19. Learn more about the University's response plans to keep our campus communities safe. LEARN MORE Academics MASTER OF PUBLIC POLICY (1 DEGREE | 5 SPECIALIZATIONS) American Policy and Politics International Relations and National Security Applied Economic Policy Public Policy and Dispute Resolution State and Local Policy DC PROGRAMS ONLINE LEARNING JOINT DEGREES PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES MPP VS MPA Quick Facts At Pepperdine University we believe in cross sector leadership where individuals can make a significant impact in the world and that a Master of Public Policy can be the first step. 28% Employed in the public sector 29% Employed in the private sector 33% Employed in the nonprofit sector 11% Post graduate / doctoral studies LEARN MORE Initiatives DAVENPORT INSTITUTE Preparing public leaders to better involve the public in policymaking through improved processes and technology. HSAC AT SPP Preparing current and next generation leaders in crisis management and disaster response through coursework and the latest technology. American Project Education Policy Viewpoint Diversity Academic Research Cross-Sector American Project Convening scholars and activists to explore the future of American conservatism. Events RealClearPolicy Series "The American Project: On the Future of Conservatism" is a multi-year program to propel innovative ideas for reimagining the future of America's conservative movement. The American Project is led by SPP Dean Pete Peterson, and co-director, Rich Tafel. "As a program founded by the likes of James Q. Wilson, Jack Kemp, and many other leading center-right leaders and scholars, Pepperdine School of Public Policy is honored to be chosen to be the home for this critical initiative," Dean Peterson stated. "This is a critical time in our nation's history to be considering the impact America's conservative movement can and should have on our politics and policy." Wavemaker Testimonials The thing that sets Pepperdine apart and impacted me most, was about "how do you think about the end?" and have the "end" in mind as you make decisions as you inform policy, and as a leader in your future, and as a leader of this country." Hanna Skandera (MPP '00) Visiting Professor of Education Policy and Impact MORE TESTIMONIALS Events Please update your browser to view the iframe content. MORE EVENTS HSAC@SPP Launches New Data Layers on COVID-19 SALUS Map SALUS provides the latest information on public services provided in the region in response to the COVID-19 pandemic along with a statewide case tracker. LEARN MORE Newsroom Dean Pete Peterson Joins Braver Angels Scholars Council MON, 29 NOV 2021 Former White House Speechwriter Alec Torres Leads Davenport Discussion TUE, 23 NOV 2021 Davenport Institute Writes on Engaging Marginalized Communities for ICMA MON, 22 NOV 2021 SPP Collaborates with Pepperdine Grants and Research Offices to Train Students MON, 08 NOV 2021 Dr. Luisa Blanco Named Visiting Scholar at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau MON, 01 NOV 2021 MORE NEWS Quick Links Public Safety Student Accessibility Emergency Information Contact Information A-Z Index Web Feedback Schools Seaver College Caruso School of Law Graziadio Business School Graduate School of Education and Psychology School of Public Policy School of Public Policy 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90263 310.506.7493 Copyright © 2021 Pepperdine University Privacy Policy GDPR Privacy Notice Clery Notice Terms of Use Title IX Web Accessibility