Mark Allen

Dr. Mark Allen is a Professor at Pepperdine University, holding dual roles in the Graziadio Business School and the Graduate School of Education and Psychology. He serves as Director of the MS in Human Resources Program (Graziadio) and teaches courses like EDD 763—Leading Educational Programs. An award-winning educator and executive consultant, he is internationally recognized for his work in organizational theory, leadership, and human resources. His expertise spans corporate universities, adult learning strategies, and program evaluation.

Education:

• PhD in Higher Education Administration and Policy, University of Southern California Rossier School of Education
• MBA, Pepperdine University Graziadio Business School
• BA in Psychology, Columbia University

Research & Expertise: Focuses on strategic learning initiatives, non-traditional education models, and executive-level organizational development. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical leadership frameworks and HR innovation.

Awards:

• Top 100 Human Resources Influencer (Engagedly)

Additional Roles: Executive consultant for Fortune 500 firms and international organizations; prolific speaker at global HR and education conferences.

Labs/Teams: Leads Pepperdine’s HR program development initiatives and collaborates with Graziadio’s executive education teams.