Harvard Executive Education is a valuable opportunity for professionals who want to advance their careers and make a difference in their fields. By participating in these programs, you can learn from Harvard's faculty and peers, access Harvard's resources and facilities, and earn recognition from Harvard University. Harvard Executive Education offers a wide range of programs for individuals across different schools and institutes of Harvard University that cover various topics and formats. To apply for these programs, one needs to identify the program that suits their needs and interests, review the program details, complete the online application form, and wait for the admission decision.
Some of the benefits of Harvard Executive Education include:
- Learning from world-renowned faculty who are experts in their domains and who use cutting-edge research and case studies to deliver relevant and actionable insights.
- Engaging with a diverse and global network of peers who share similar goals and challenges, and who can offer different perspectives and experiences.
- Accessing a variety of learning formats and modalities, such as on-campus, online, blended, or customized programs, that suit different needs and preferences.
- Gaining access to Harvard's resources and facilities, such as libraries, museums, labs, and cultural events, enrich the learning experience.
- Earning a certificate of completion or alumni status from Harvard University, depending on the program.
Types of Programs
Harvard Executive Education offers more than 35 programs for individuals across different schools and institutes of Harvard University. Some of the most prominent ones are:
- Harvard Business School (HBS) Executive Education: HBS offers programs for individuals that cover topics such as leadership, strategy, innovation, finance, marketing, entrepreneurship, social enterprise, health care, and more. These programs range from a few days to several weeks in duration and are delivered either on-campus at HBS or online through a live virtual classroom. Some examples of HBS programs are General Management Program (GMP), Program for Leadership Development (PLD), Owner/President Management (OPM), Women on Boards (WOB), etc.
- Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Executive Education : HKS offers programs for individuals that focus on public leadership, policymaking, governance, social change, negotiation, communication, and more. These programs are either intensive on-campus programs that last from a few days to a few weeks, or extended online programs that last from a few weeks to a few months. Some examples of HKS programs are Senior Executives in State and Local Government (SESLG), Senior Executives in National and International Security (SENIS), Infrastructure in a Market Economy (IME), Persuasive Communication: Narrative, Evidence, and Impact (PCNEI), etc.
- Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) Professional Education : HGSE offers programs for individuals that address topics such as education leadership, innovation, equity, instruction, assessment, coaching, online learning, and more. These programs are mostly online and last from a few days to a few months. Some examples of HGSE programs are: Certificate in Advanced Education Leadership (CAEL), Certificate in School Management and Leadership (CSML), Leading Change for Equity (LCE), Instructional Moves (IM), etc.
How to Apply?
The application process for Harvard Executive Education programs varies depending on the program type and school. However, some general steps are:
- Identify the program that matches your goals and interests using the program finder tool or browsing the program catalogs of different schools.
- Review the program details such as dates, fees, eligibility criteria, learning outcomes, faculty, etc. on the program webpage or brochure.
- Complete the online application form and submit the required documents such as resume/CV, personal statement/essay, recommendation letter(s), etc.
- Wait for the admission decision which may take from a few days to a few weeks depending on the program.
- Confirm your enrollment by paying the tuition fee or deposit within the specified deadline.
Refer to: https://www.exed.hbs.edu/
https://www.hks.harvard.edu/executive-education
Published by: International Conference Alerts - ICA
