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- 10 Aug 2015
- News
A Talent Pipeline for Society’s Challenges
prepares highly qualified professionals for high-level roles in the social sector. “We’re focused on developing leaders at all levels for the world’s greatest challenges,” she says of ProInspire, which was recently named one of “7... View Details
Keywords: Jill Radsken
- 11 Jun 2014
- News
The First Five Years: Brittani Rettig (MBA 2010)
Reporting and Controls was the one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. But that moment prepared me for situations I currently face in my Grit by Brit work. You would be surprised by the pressure I feel having to make quick,... View Details
- 03 Sep 2009
- What Do You Think?
Are Retention Bonuses Worth the Investment?
encourage employees in an acquired company to "preserve and internally disseminate the knowledge that made the smaller (acquired) company attractive to the larger one." Vladimir Pavelko expressed his support for such a bonus, saying that "It helps to... View Details
Keywords: by Jim Heskett
- 05 Sep 2008
- What Do You Think?
Is Case Method Instruction Due for an Overhaul?
they have in preparing leaders versus managers? Is case method instruction due for an overhaul? What do you think? Reference: Geoff Gloeckler, "The Case Against Case Studies," BusinessWeek, February 4, 2008, pp. 66-67. View Details
- 23 Jun 2021
- Blog Post
How I Sourced My Internship Outside of the US: Abena Nyantekyi-Owusu
with their Africa offices high on her list. For other students seeking internships outside of the US, Nyantekyi-Owusu offers the following advice: be proactive and be patient. “Be really proactive, but also be prepared to have... View Details
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Classroom and Field Work - Business Education For Women At Harvard University | Harvard Business School
one woman are entering the Harvard Business School (HBS) Doctoral Program this fall." 32 Edna Homa Hunt (DBA 1967) became the first woman to receive a doctorate in business education from Harvard. The doctoral program focused on preparing... View Details
- 04 Sep 2019
- News
Advancing Diagnostics that Can Save Lives
would be proud to spend a decade of our lives working on it,” says Lee. Three years in, he is certain that the DZD team’s ambitious agenda is a worthwhile pursuit. Empowering Students to Transform Human Health To prepare future leaders... View Details
Keywords: Susan Young
- 13 Apr 2017
- News
Solving Nigeria’s Skilled Workforce Challenge
back to WAVE in a year.’ He did get a job, but eventually returned and started preparing to be a trainer. Today, Frank has trained more than 600 unemployed youth, who know him as Mr. Frank. He exemplifies the WAVE story, and is now part... View Details
Keywords: Jill Radsken
- 01 Dec 2009
- News
Alumni Books
times. Rigby ex-plains how to craft an action plan tailored to the specific situation, providing tools for cutting costs intelligently, sustaining margins and the brand, boosting revenue by refocusing the sales force on the right customers, channeling resources into... View Details
- 01 Mar 2016
- News
Expressions of Support
“We believe in HBS’s ability to prepare leaders to meet the challenges facing business and society today.” Ashley Garrett and Alan K. “AJ” Jones (both MBA 1987), HBS Fund Chairs Alumni and friends who give to the HBS Fund for Leadership... View Details
- 01 Apr 1998
- News
World Class Learning
anticipation of international students' needs as they enter HBS. The School offers a comprehensive array of services for internationals, from help with class participation and exam preparation skills, to support and advisory services... View Details
Keywords: Eileen K. McCluskey
- 03 Apr 2018
- Blog Post
Carol Fishman Cohen (MBA 1985) On Getting Back into the Workforce
Return to Work Conference. We have run the Conference 21 times since 2008 and have had over 6,000 people attend in aggregate. Our 22nd Conference will be at Stanford on May 1 and our 23rd Conference will be at Columbia on October 4. Any advice to alumni who are View Details
- 05 Feb 2008
- First Look
First Look: February 5, 2008
themes, and balanced scorecards, which link objectives to performance metrics. Stage three involves creating an operational plan to accomplish the objectives and initiatives; it includes targeting process improvements and preparing sales,... View Details
Keywords: Martha Lagace
- 02 Oct 2000
- What Do You Think?
What Lies Beyond NAFTA?
equilibrium of poverty." In Galbraith's view, there is an answer: migration from poor to rich countries, with benefits for both. In the coming months, be prepared for a reopening of a discussion of these issues. It will be led by a... View Details
Keywords: by James Heskett
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Vanity and Virtue: Allegories on the Pursuit of Riches - Coin and Conscience – Baker Library | Bloomberg Center, Historical Collections
(1553–1619), after Marten de Vos (ca. 1531–1603). Published by Hieronymus Cock, "Aux .4. Vents." [Antwerp, late 16th century]. 29.8 x 32.5 cm, image CF b9 xxx A narrative in two parts. At left, a pious man receives riches from heaven; at right, Death View Details
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Alumni Forums - Alumni
forums start and be vibrant. In each forum, a member serves as the moderator who prepares for and leads meetings. The moderator role rotates among the forum’s members, typically every six months to one year. Forums handle their own... View Details
- 01 Apr 1997
- News
Manager's Notebook
foods lost out to the greater convenience of TV dinners. Now, with the advent of the microwave oven, virtually all prepackaged, prepared food became convenient enough - making price the basis for competition in many categories.... View Details
Keywords: Judith Ross
- 25 Jun 2014
- News
A Man on a Mission
program at CSU. To prepare them early for today's global career environment, the school begins teaching students Mandarin in kindergarten. Earls led another project that brought high school juniors and seniors interested in STEM subjects... View Details
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Introduction - A Concrete Symbol: The Building of Harvard Business School 1908-1927 – Baker Library | Bloomberg Center, Historical Collections
symbol of what American business is prepared to give—and be.” Edwin Gay, Former HBS Dean, Dedication Addresses, June 4, 1927 Baker Library (detail), McKim, Mead & White. From the incorporation of Harvard Business School (HBS) in 1908, its... View Details
- 27 Aug 2008
- Research & Ideas
Creating Leaders for Science-Based Businesses
business, similarly demands new kinds of management leadership, organizational forms, and institutional arrangements. Once again, HBS is in a position to prepare its students for the challenges and rewards of leading companies whose... View Details