General Management Program: Shaping the Future of Outstanding Leaders

• Complete self-directed assignments using a mix of online, print, and audio materials
• Strengthen core business knowledge in financial management, strategy formulation, and accounting
• Gain an understanding of the HBS learning environment, common terminology, and case-based learning
• Set aside 15 to 20 hours per week to complete this work during the four weeks leading up to Module 2

• Enhance your analytical skills and expand your knowledge of accounting, financial management, strategy formulation, innovation, leadership, marketing, operations, and negotiations
• Learn to recognize and diagnose problems, quickly generate and assess options, and identify and activate winning strategies
• Develop a strategy for immediately applying your knowledge to your organization and gain input from experts and peers
• Set aside 40 to 50 hours per week to complete class sessions, learning group discussions, case study preparation, coaching, and faculty office hours

*Participants will be grouped into two sections based on preferred class times for virtual class sessions.

• Virtual learning group discussions will take place from 7:45 to 8:45 AM ET.
• Both sections will attend a joint session, on the Zoom platform, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM ET, Monday through Friday. The joint sessions will cover a range of formats: guest speakers, group work, and networking.
• Section A will attend class sessions from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET and Section B will attend class sessions from 6:00 to 9:30 PM ET. Classes will take place Monday through Friday.
• Faculty office hours, coaching, and case study preparation will take place outside of the class sessions referenced above.
• Please note that session start and end times may be slightly adjusted and final confirmation will be given during Module 1.

• Complete various self-directed assignments and assessments and gather 360-degree feedback from your peers and manager
• Transform your personal strategy statement into a detailed personal action plan
• Develop a business case study that focuses on a personal business challenge
• Share your personal strategy statement, action plan, and business case with your manager and team and gather their feedback
• Learning Group meeting with Executive Coach
• One 1:1 meeting with Executive Coach
• Set aside 20 to 30 hours per week to complete this work during the four weeks leading up to Module 4

• Expand your ability to think about the macro picture and consider global and industry forces when making strategic decisions
• Prepare to help your organization capitalize on technological disruption, digital transformation, strategic pricing, and other evolving trends
• Enhance your executive presence by reviewing your assessment results with your personal coach, evaluating your leadership abilities, and identifying areas for improvement
• Present your customized case to your learning group and finalize your personal action plan

An immersive four-month program creates the opportunity to build close, trusting relationships with a small, diverse group of senior executives who can understand your challenges—but are not part of your organization. At the start of the program you will be placed into learning groups that you will meet with virtually until coming to campus for Module 4. During Module 4, your learning group will be housed together in custom design accommodations, featuring private suites around a spacious common area. Throughout the program, you will:

• Share global insights with peer executives who span functions, cultures, and countries
• Consider wide-ranging perspectives as you discuss cases and assignments
• Complete small group exercises and collaborate on projects as a team
• Exchange feedback—both personal and professional—in a safe environment

Our distinctive coaching method is designed to accelerate both individual and team growth. During Modules 2-4 of the program, your learning group will meet with a professional HBS Executive Coach to help enhance your leadership journey and team effectiveness. Your coach will help you identify your personal leadership strengths and gaps through two one-on-one sessions—one 360-degree leadership and personal assessment session at the start of the program and another session focused on your reentry strategy following the program. All coaching sessions are strictly confidential, giving you the freedom to share your personal goals and professional challenges.

The program personalizes your learning with multiple projects designed to help you apply your new skills to real-life strategy and leadership challenges. Over the course of GMP, you will work on solving a fundamental challenge facing you and your organization. Through this exercise, you will:

• Gain greater insight into your industry and your company's competitive position
• Improve your ability to clearly communicate issues to peers and garner their input
• Learn how to drive change and innovation by aligning the appropriate resources and activities
• Identify and prepare for potential roadblocks and leadership challenges that may arise as you work to implement your strategy
• Build a network of GMP peer advisors who can apply their unique knowledge and background to your challenge

You will have a unique opportunity to hear from distinguished guest speakers—often the case protagonists—who share how they overcame diverse business and leadership challenges.

During GMP, you will build rewarding and enduring relationships with a diverse group of accomplished executive peers. This vibrant and powerful global network will continue to grow as you tap into faculty-led webinars, leadership renewal programs, and GMP reunions and workshops.