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    General Management Program: Shaping the Future of Outstanding Leaders

    General Management Program: Shaping the Future of Outstanding Leaders
    • Dates: 02 AUG–19 NOV 2021
    • Format: Blended Blended programs combine both in-person and virtual learning.
    • Location: Virtual, HBS Campus
    • Fee: $73,000
      • The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.
      Modules:
      • 02 AUG–06 SEP 2021 — Module 1 (Virtual, Self-Paced)
      • 07 SEP–01 OCT 2021 — Module 2 (HBS Campus)
      • 02 OCT–30 OCT 2021 — Module 3 (Virtual, Self-Paced)
      • 31 OCT–19 NOV 2021 — Module 4 (HBS Campus)
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      • 02 AUG–06 SEP 2021 — Module 1 (Virtual, Self-Paced)
      • 07 SEP–01 OCT 2021 — Module 2 (HBS Campus)
      • 02 OCT–30 OCT 2021 — Module 3 (Virtual, Self-Paced)
      • 31 OCT–19 NOV 2021 — Module 4 (HBS Campus)
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    "Career-changing, life-changing…where passionate leaders become the change."

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    "Career-changing, life-changing…where passionate leaders become the change."

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    Email: gpeterson@hbs.edu

    Summary

    Taking your organization and your career to the next level requires going beyond your field of expertise to gain an end-to-end view of the enterprise, an in-depth understanding of business operations, and a multidisciplinary approach to leadership.

    The General Management Program (GMP) accelerates this leadership transition by blending full-time, personalized learning with practical application on the job—maximizing your learning and your return on investment.

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    Summary

    Taking your organization and your career to the next level requires going beyond your field of expertise to gain an end-to-end view of the enterprise, an in-depth understanding of business operations, and a multidisciplinary approach to leadership.

    The General Management Program (GMP) accelerates this leadership transition by blending full-time, personalized learning with practical application on the job—maximizing your learning and your return on investment.

    Key Benefits

    GMP's four highly integrated modules are designed to broaden your business perspective, management expertise, and leadership skills. You will learn how to identify, frame, and solve complex business problems; build cooperation among disciplines; and drive innovation and organizational change.

    Focused on strategy, leadership, and the organization, the program delivers the tools you need to capitalize on technological disruption and digital transformation and play a more strategic role in corporate success. This includes:
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    • Considering global and industry forces when setting your organization's strategic direction
    • Building a creative culture that is open to change and digital connectivity
    • Continuing to grow as an agile leader by building on powerful insights gained through professional coaching
    • Formulating a detailed personal action plan to address your strategic and leadership challenges
    • Building enduring bonds with accomplished peers who span functions, industries, and countries

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    GMP's four highly integrated modules are designed to broaden your business perspective, management expertise, and leadership skills. You will learn how to identify, frame, and solve complex business problems; build cooperation among disciplines; and drive innovation and organizational change.

    Focused on strategy, leadership, and the organization, the program delivers the tools you need to capitalize on technological disruption and digital transformation and play a more strategic role in corporate success. This includes:
    • Considering global and industry forces when setting your organization's strategic direction
    • Building a creative culture that is open to change and digital connectivity
    • Continuing to grow as an agile leader by building on powerful insights gained through professional coaching
    • Formulating a detailed personal action plan to address your strategic and leadership challenges
    • Building enduring bonds with accomplished peers who span functions, industries, and countries

    Download the General Management Program Curriculum Guide

    Who Should Attend

    GMP is designed for senior executives with at least 15 to 20 years of experience who are looking to expand their knowledge and influence, so they can make a greater impact on their organization and advance their personal goals. Ideal candidates include:

    • Leaders with profit and loss responsibility
    • Senior executives whose functional role is significantly expanding
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    Transformation in the Classroom and the Frontlines
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    Who Should Attend

    Download the General Management Program Curriculum Guide

    GMP is designed for senior executives with at least 15 to 20 years of experience who are looking to expand their knowledge and influence, so they can make a greater impact on their organization and advance their personal goals. Ideal candidates include:

    • Leaders with profit and loss responsibility
    • Senior executives whose functional role is significantly expanding
    Dive Deeper into the Experience
    Anita Gupta
    Transformation in the Classroom and the Frontlines
    Embracing a new learning experience in times of uncertainty.
    Read Her Story
    hbx live studio
    The Harvard Business School Live Online Classroom
    This program brings the case method to life virtually in our real-time, interactive online classr...
    Learn More
    Play video
    Play video
    Inside the Classroom
    See how exchange with faculty and peers yields new insights into critical business trends.
    Watch the VideoWatch the Video

    Leaders in Virtual Learning

    This program features sessions in the HBS Live Online Classroom.

    Just as HBS pioneered the case study method, we also built the first live online classroom in 2014 and have been refining and optimizing our virtual program experience ever since. In a world that is now centered around virtual connection, our programs reflect the input and experience of tens of thousands of participants.

    When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.

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    Leaders in Virtual Learning

    This program features sessions in the HBS Live Online Classroom.

    Just as HBS pioneered the case study method, we also built the first live online classroom in 2014 and have been refining and optimizing our virtual program experience ever since. In a world that is now centered around virtual connection, our programs reflect the input and experience of tens of thousands of participants.

    When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.

    Learning and Living at HBS

    When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.

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    Learning and Living at HBS

    When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.

    Alumni Status

    Upon completing the General Management Program, you will become a lifetime member of the HBS alumni community—gaining exclusive access to our vast global alumni network and an array of resources that facilitate lifelong learning, growth, and success. Learn more.

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    Alumni Status

    Upon completing the General Management Program, you will become a lifetime member of the HBS alumni community—gaining exclusive access to our vast global alumni network and an array of resources that facilitate lifelong learning, growth, and success. Learn more.

    Admissions Criteria and Process

    We admit candidates to specific sessions on a rolling, space-available basis, and encourage you to apply as early as possible. Although the General Management Program has no formal educational requirements, admission is a selective process based on your professional achievement and organizational responsibilities.
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    The Application Process

    We select applicants who embrace challenges, seek genuine personal and professional growth, and are ready to innovate—in themselves and in their organizations. The curious, open-minded executive who commits wholeheartedly will find the program to be a highly stimulating, rewarding—even life-changing—experience.

    To apply, you will submit:

    • The application, telling us about your experience, your organization, and your current responsibilities, goals, and challenges
    • A letter of reference from someone familiar with your work
    To review both the application and letter of reference, download the Application PDF. You can submit your application via our online Application Form or by returning a completed PDF. When submitting the online application form, you will be asked for the email address of the individual serving as your reference. That individual will receive an email with a link to an online letter of reference form.

    Answering Your Questions

    Our Program Advising team can help you at any stage of the admissions process—starting with identifying the program that best addresses your learning and development goals. Contact a program advisor via email or call 1.800.427.5577 (outside the U.S., call +1.617.495.6555).

    Letter of Reference

    To gain a deeper understanding of your background and your potential as a leader, we require a letter of reference from a senior executive within your organization, a board member, or an HBS graduate familiar with your role and responsibilities. To submit the letter, follow the instructions in your application.

    English Proficiency

    Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential for active participation in fast-moving classes and small group discussions.

    Learning Commitment

    Residency on campus is required for the on-campus modules, and classes are held six days a week. Your active participation in all classroom sessions, case discussions, and other program activities is essential, so you must be free of other responsibilities while you are on campus.

    Application Submission

    We recommend that you apply as soon as you can, and at least four weeks before the program start date. You may use our online form or download an application. HBS maintains all application information in strict confidentiality. We acknowledge receipt of applications via email. In the unlikely event that you do not receive an acknowledgment, please email us at exed_admissions@hbs.edu or call us at +1.617.495.6226.

    Application Review

    To optimize the learning experience and maximize the exchange of ideas, our Admissions Committee makes selections that balance each participant's experience, scope of current responsibilities, and type of organization. HBS seeks candidates who reflect a broad range of industries, functions, countries, and backgrounds. We review applications monthly and will contact you via email with the Admissions Committee's decision.

    Fee, Payment, and Cancellations

    The $73,000 program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals. No payment is necessary until you have been accepted. Payment is required prior to the program start date. If you need to cancel or defer participation, you must submit your request in writing more than 30 days before the start of the program to receive a full refund. Cancellations or deferrals received 14 to 30 days prior to the start of the program are subject to a fee of one-half of the program fee. Requests received within 14 days are subject to full payment.

    A limited amount of partial scholarship funding may be available for qualified applicants from not-for-profit organizations. Please include a request for funding in your application.

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    Admissions Criteria and Process Dropdown down

    We admit candidates to specific sessions on a rolling, space-available basis, and encourage you to apply as early as possible. Although the General Management Program has no formal educational requirements, admission is a selective process based on your professional achievement and organizational responsibilities.

    The Application Process

    We select applicants who embrace challenges, seek genuine personal and professional growth, and are ready to innovate—in themselves and in their organizations. The curious, open-minded executive who commits wholeheartedly will find the program to be a highly stimulating, rewarding—even life-changing—experience.

    To apply, you will submit:

    • The application, telling us about your experience, your organization, and your current responsibilities, goals, and challenges
    • A letter of reference from someone familiar with your work
    To review both the application and letter of reference, download the Application PDF. You can submit your application via our online Application Form or by returning a completed PDF. When submitting the online application form, you will be asked for the email address of the individual serving as your reference. That individual will receive an email with a link to an online letter of reference form.

    Answering Your Questions

    Our Program Advising team can help you at any stage of the admissions process—starting with identifying the program that best addresses your learning and development goals. Contact a program advisor via email or call 1.800.427.5577 (outside the U.S., call +1.617.495.6555).

    Letter of Reference

    To gain a deeper understanding of your background and your potential as a leader, we require a letter of reference from a senior executive within your organization, a board member, or an HBS graduate familiar with your role and responsibilities. To submit the letter, follow the instructions in your application.

    English Proficiency

    Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential for active participation in fast-moving classes and small group discussions.

    Learning Commitment

    Residency on campus is required for the on-campus modules, and classes are held six days a week. Your active participation in all classroom sessions, case discussions, and other program activities is essential, so you must be free of other responsibilities while you are on campus.

    Application Submission

    We recommend that you apply as soon as you can, and at least four weeks before the program start date. You may use our online form or download an application. HBS maintains all application information in strict confidentiality. We acknowledge receipt of applications via email. In the unlikely event that you do not receive an acknowledgment, please email us at exed_admissions@hbs.edu or call us at +1.617.495.6226.

    Application Review

    To optimize the learning experience and maximize the exchange of ideas, our Admissions Committee makes selections that balance each participant's experience, scope of current responsibilities, and type of organization. HBS seeks candidates who reflect a broad range of industries, functions, countries, and backgrounds. We review applications monthly and will contact you via email with the Admissions Committee's decision.

    Fee, Payment, and Cancellations

    The $73,000 program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals. No payment is necessary until you have been accepted. Payment is required prior to the program start date. If you need to cancel or defer participation, you must submit your request in writing more than 30 days before the start of the program to receive a full refund. Cancellations or deferrals received 14 to 30 days prior to the start of the program are subject to a fee of one-half of the program fee. Requests received within 14 days are subject to full payment.

    A limited amount of partial scholarship funding may be available for qualified applicants from not-for-profit organizations. Please include a request for funding in your application.