HKS Executive Education

Spring celebrates growth, and so does leadership. Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education programs help experienced leaders step back, think deeply, and tackle complex public challenges with sharper judgment, integrity, and impact.

Major events bring opportunity and risk. Our new Major Events program helps leaders manage infrastructure, security, & stakeholder coordination for large events. Led by @juliettekayyem, homeland security & crisis management expert. Apps close tomorrow. bit.ly/47PS2SH

50th Anniversary Highlight: Jane Oh, Senior Executive Fellows 2009. “I was challenged to the limit of my ability. Since, I’ve kept growing, while contributing to the world’s thirst for knowledge, and recently received the NASA Exceptional Public Achievement Meda." #50YearsofHKSEE

A panel hosted by the Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics and Carr-Ryan Center for Human Rights shed light on the human rights tragedy unfolding before our eyes. bit.ly/4lvZGr9

Join Professor Jake Sullivan & special guest Kurt Campbell for the inaugural session of Policy Spotlight: Insights from Faculty, a webinar series connecting you with leaders tackling our world’s most pressing challenges. 📅 March 4 at 10 AM EST. Register: bit.ly/4cgG2ge

Our mission is to improve public policy and leadership so societies can thrive. That mission belongs to a community of practitioners, learners, and scholars. Imagine what we can do together.

In an unflinching conversation on immigration and enforcement, homeland security experts @juliettekayyem and Jeh Johnson discuss ICE. bit.ly/3MGDTQu

In a recent journal essay, Harvard Kennedy School Professor @EricaChenoweth and research fellow Matthew Cebul reviewed patterns in Gen-Z-led protest alongside trends in youth protest over time. bit.ly/45AseZR

Understanding the protests in Iran & why this moment feels different from past uprisings requires attention to domestic dynamics & broader strategic context. Middle East scholars explain the Iranian crisis & the United States’ role in @HarvardIOP webinar. bit.ly/4anhDTR

Doug Elmendorf, former director of the U.S. Congressional Budget Office, discusses the implications of a pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve. bit.ly/4bLwp8V

Planning your 2026 leadership journey starts here. Explore the 2026 Executive Education Program Guide, with executive programs, new HKS Access offerings, and pathways for leaders at every stage. bit.ly/4jMuIKu

Who learns with @HKSExecEd? A powerful community of over 66,000 lifelong learners. Our participants share a commitment to growth & a global perspective. Guided by renowned faculty, this is where leaders come to sharpen their skills & expand their impact. bit.ly/3LpxM2F

Scholars, public servants, and political leaders discussed what’s next for the nation after the United States' capture of Nicolás Maduro. bit.ly/4qxO20I

Harvard Kennedy School Professor Erica Chenoweth and Harvard Professor Steven Levitsky point to the top signs of democratic backsliding in 2025 and the top indicators of democratic defense. bit.ly/4pCXpuE

Communicating in 2026 means navigating misinformation, AI, and polarization. Led by former TIME Editor-in-Chief Nancy Gibbs, Leading Through the Changing Media Landscape helps leaders build trust and communicate effectively. Applications close today. bit.ly/4sF8ONk

New year, new you. Start 2026 strong. Access the 2026 Program Guide from HKS Executive Education and explore 40+ short executive programs, online and on campus. New this year: HKS Access, flexible and largely self-paced online programs. bit.ly/4juYenS

“We may be approaching an ‘information wasteland,’ but there has never been a time when you could reach more people with your story,” says Nancy Gibbs, former TIME editor-in-chief. bit.ly/4smgVy6

The fully online @HarvardPLC offers a series of courses to help you improve your decision-making, leadership, and policy-making skills. Register by Jan 8 for Spring 1 (Jan 27–Mar 10) and join a global community of changemakers. Explore PLC courses: bit.ly/3YrNJbu

Foster crucial leadership skills and create successful teams with Nathalie Laidler-Kylander. Visit bit.ly/45jS6sF to learn more about Leading People, Building Teams and register for this self-paced, online course.

We’re launching a new program, Major Events: Navigating Opportunities & Challenges, chaired by Juliette Kayyem. The program helps public & private sector leaders navigate event planning, safety coordination, & stakeholder engagement. 📆 April 20–23, 2026 bit.ly/4p4vaVr