Harvard Kennedy School develops public leaders
Through principled and effective leadership, we can address the most urgent and complex public problems.
Leadership @ HKS
America's youngest elected officials
A group of some of America's youngest elected officials discuss why they chose to run, how they got elected, and what it's like to lead as a young person.
Deval Patrick sees troubled U.S. democracy as a crisis in leadership
In his first public seminar as a Harvard faculty member, Patrick reflects on politics, governing, and the need for a different kind of leader.
Public Leadership & Management
What qualities make a good public leader? How much does modern leadership rely on image and how much on tangible skills? What will it take to restore public trust in leadership?
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Master’s Programs
Master’s Programs
One- and two-year master’s degree programs in public policy or public administration prepare students to lead.
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Executive Education
Executive Education
Open-enrollment and custom programs to help leaders gain the skills needed to solve current challenges in real time.
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Doctoral Programs
Doctoral Programs
Full-time PhD programs in public, health, and social policy prepare candidates for careers in academia, research, or policymaking.
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Public Leadership Credential
Public Leadership Credential
A series of online courses developed to help learners improve their decision-making, leadership, and policymaking skills for the public good.
