Herman Melville's epic tale of Captain Ahab, Ishmael, Starbuck, and Queequeg and their pursuit—on the Pequod —of the titular white whale first appeared in 1851. From then until the present day, the extravagant thematic and structural experiments and demands…
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Using the online Perseus database of classical texts, students learn a subset of ancient Greek that is sufficient to read the theorems and proofs in Euclid's Elements , Books 1-4. The course also explores, in English, non-Euclidean geometry and modern…
This tutorial helps students develop an academically strong thesis proposal. During the semester, they map critical issues of project design such as scope, background, methodology, and expected outcomes. Students are encouraged to contact their research…
This course deals with human behavior in a variety of organizations. Conceptual frameworks, case discussions, and skill-oriented activities are applied to each topic. Topics include communications, motivation, group dynamics, leadership, power, and…
How did one break the law in early modern Europe (circa 1500-1800) and its colonies abroad? What were the possible and typical punishments for such transgressions? What recourse did the accused have? And how did secular systems of justice differ from their…
This course introduces the basic concepts of data analysis and statistical computing, both increasingly used in the social sciences and the humanities. The emphasis is on the practical application of quantitative reasoning, visualization, and data analysis.…
Biotechnology (biotech) is one of the most capital-intensive and high-risk industries in the world, requiring founders and leaders to navigate complex funding pathways across scientific, regulatory, and commercial milestones. This course provides a…
In this course, students begin developing a screenplay or teleplay they continue in the capstone semester. Through writing exercises, close reading of film and television scripts, and writing workshops, students explore the world of their project—its…
Considered the greatest playwright of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, Tom Stoppard has written an astonishing number of prize-winning stage plays, radio plays, film scripts, and literary adaptations. His themes range from existential…
This course prepares students for the culminating capstone experience by strengthening their research skills, project design capacity, and academic writing. Through a practitioner-researcher framework that integrates scholarly inquiry with professional…
In today's complex, networked organizations, learning no longer happens solely through formal training programs. It emerges through shared practice, peer relationships, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. This practice-based course equips students with the…
To succeed in the future, managers must develop the resources and capabilities needed to gain and sustain advantage in competitive markets both traditional and emerging. The way in which organizations attempt to develop such competitive advantage constitutes…
How do family, school, and society shape children's lives? This course examines major social issues affecting children and adolescents in the United States through a developmental systems lens. Grounded in theory and empirical research and attentive to…
Sustainability and development professionals today face a persistent paradox: the science is clear, the frameworks exist, and organizational and institutional commitments have never been more visible—yet progress remains frustratingly slow. The missing piece…
In this course, students engage in a series of structured creative writing exercises that make it possible for them to delve deeply into their characters—what they look like, what they want and need, and how they interact with the world in which they live—as…
This course explores the concept of grand strategy in international relations and US foreign policy. The main purpose is to analyze the ways in which nations formulate, implement, and assess strategic options to advance their perceived interests in the…
Great design begins with a deep understanding of the humans it serves. Every digital experience a designer puts into the world—whether a product interface, a video experience, a learning environment, or a piece of interactive media—succeeds or fails on…
Offered by Harvard Professional & Executive Development, the Agile Leadership: Transforming Mindsets and Capabilities in Your Organization course delves into the Emerging / Needs Review category, equipping professionals with the tools to foster flexibility,…
Harvard Professional & Executive Development presents Leadership Coaching Strategies, a course designed for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in Emerging / Needs Review. This program delves into advanced coaching methodologies, equipping…
Future-proof your practice in just five weeks with a curriculum designed to turn Artificial Intelligence into your most reliable assistant. This course moves beyond the theory, providing a hands-on roadmap for advisors who want to scale their efficiency…
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