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Led by renowned Harvard faculty, PLC will transform your career with online courses in evidence-based decision-making, policy design, and ethical leadership.

 Cambridge, MA
hks.harvard.edu/educational-programs/public-leadership-credential
Joined June 2024
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Today is the last day to register for Fall 2 courses. The Public Leadership Credential prepares you to lead through complexity with evidence, ethics, and purpose. Join a global community of learners committed to making a difference across sectors. bit.ly/4B9YtNx
Text reads, "The PLC transformed how I approach leadership and public problem-solving. It sharpened my strategic thinking, enhanced my ability to analyze complex systems, and gave me practical frameworks for building alignment across diverse stakeholders. These tools have been invaluable as we navigate challenges ranging from financing and sustainability to national awareness and policy advocacy." Quote attributed to Nisreen Qatamish, Chief Executive Officer of the King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF).

ALT Text reads, "The PLC transformed how I approach leadership and public problem-solving. It sharpened my strategic thinking, enhanced my ability to analyze complex systems, and gave me practical frameworks for building alignment across diverse stakeholders. These tools have been invaluable as we navigate challenges ranging from financing and sustainability to national awareness and policy advocacy." Quote attributed to Nisreen Qatamish, Chief Executive Officer of the King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF).

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Today's challenges demand leaders who can analyze evidence, navigate complexity, and drive real change. Gain practical skills in decision-making, leadership, and policy implementation with the Harvard PLC. Register by Oct 15 for the Nov 3–Dec 15 session. bit.ly/4B5M8dn
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Today at 3 p.m. ET! Uzo Aduba will join PLC Faculty Director Dan Levy to discuss how the PLC has influenced her leadership journey. They'll also talk about balancing coursework with a busy career and Uzo's decision to pursue the HKS MC/MPA. Register ➡️ bit.ly/4i8MyIq
An advertisement for a PLC Webinar featuring award-winning actress Uzo Aduba on October 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. EST. It includes a headshot of Aduba and mentions her achievements in entertainment and education. The webinar is led by Dan Levy, PLC Faculty Director.

ALT An advertisement for a PLC Webinar featuring award-winning actress Uzo Aduba on October 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. EST. It includes a headshot of Aduba and mentions her achievements in entertainment and education. The webinar is led by Dan Levy, PLC Faculty Director.

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Join award-winning actress and PLC alumna Uzo Aduba alongside PLC Faculty Director Dan Levy for an informational webinar on the Harvard Kennedy School Public Leadership Credential. 🗓️ Oct. 8, 2026 | 3 p.m. EST Register ➡️ bit.ly/47hoXyY
An advertisement for a PLC Webinar featuring award-winning actress Uzo Aduba on October 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. EST. It includes a headshot of Aduba and mentions her achievements in entertainment and education. The webinar is led by Dan Levy, PLC Faculty Director.

ALT An advertisement for a PLC Webinar featuring award-winning actress Uzo Aduba on October 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. EST. It includes a headshot of Aduba and mentions her achievements in entertainment and education. The webinar is led by Dan Levy, PLC Faculty Director.

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Join us Nov. 14 at HKS for the 50th Anniversary Symposium: Leadership for a New Era. Connect with HKS faculty, alumni, & global leaders to celebrate 50 years of public impact. Early Registration Extended: Take advantage of early pricing before Sept. 21. bit.ly/4y26r9K
50th Anniversary Symposium promotional image for Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education. Event date: November 14, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Event topics include geopolitical context, leadership for the future, role of AI for leaders, and constructive disagreement. Featured speakers: Nicholas Burns, Anthony Foxx, Sharad Goel, and Julia Minson.

ALT 50th Anniversary Symposium promotional image for Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education. Event date: November 14, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Event topics include geopolitical context, leadership for the future, role of AI for leaders, and constructive disagreement. Featured speakers: Nicholas Burns, Anthony Foxx, Sharad Goel, and Julia Minson.

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Hear from PLC alumni about connecting theory to real-world leadership challenges, balancing coursework with a career, and learning alongside a global community of peers. 100% online. Designed to fit your life and help you become a more effective leader. bit.ly/4gPNtwQ
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Registration is open for PLC Fall 2 courses! Designed by Harvard faculty and delivered online, the PLC helps you build the skills needed to lead effectively and drive change. Register by Oct. 15 to join our Fall 2 session, running Nov. 3 to Dec. 15. bit.ly/4cCrSFB

Public Leadership Credential

Unlock the path to effective public leadership with the Public Leadership Credential, developed by HKS. Register for a transformative education experience delivered fully online.

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In a collaboration between Harvard Kennedy School and Johns Hopkins University, Lindsay Chervinsky and Leah Wright Rigueur look at the facts and flaws of the American experiment. bit.ly/4xza7iK

America at 250: Historians say democracy is an ongoing experiment

In a collaboration between Harvard Kennedy School and Johns Hopkins University, Lindsay Chervinsky and Leah Wright Rigueur look at the facts and flaws of the American experiment.

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Through flexible, online coursework led by HKS faculty, the PLC equips you with tools across Leadership and Ethics, Policy Design and Delivery, and Evidence for Decisions. Turn insight into action. bit.ly/3UmJmQ1

Public Leadership Credential

Unlock the path to effective public leadership with the Public Leadership Credential, developed by HKS. Register for a transformative education experience delivered fully online.

hks.harvard.edu
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Harvard's PLC empowers you to implement meaningful change across 3 areas: Evidence for Decisions, Policy Design & Delivery, and Leadership & Ethics. ✔️ 100% online ✔️ Accessible learning from HKS faculty Register by TONIGHT for Sept. 1 – Oct. 13 courses. bit.ly/4bWfz6S
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Professional development shouldn't require pausing your career. The Public Leadership Credential is designed for working professionals, combining rigorous Harvard Kennedy School learning with the flexibility of an online format. Register by Aug 13. bit.ly/4fOuRvj

Public Leadership Credential

Unlock the path to effective public leadership with the Public Leadership Credential, developed by HKS. Register for a transformative education experience delivered fully online.

hks.harvard.edu
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Take a look behind-the-scenes at our recent video shoot with Public Leadership Credential alumni currently on campus at Harvard Kennedy School for their Mid-Career Master’s in Public Administration. We can’t wait to share their stories with you soon!
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Reminder! Join the PLC team on Aug. 6 for an info session featuring PLC Faculty Lead Teddy Svoronos. Discover how PLC can enhance your decision-making, leadership, & analytical abilities, & get answers from the experts. Register here: bit.ly/4z2nyJs
Promotional image for an online information session with Harvard Kennedy School's Public Leadership Credential. Features a faculty lead, Teddy Svoronos, with details: Date - August 6, 2026, Time - 1-1:30 pm EST.

ALT Promotional image for an online information session with Harvard Kennedy School's Public Leadership Credential. Features a faculty lead, Teddy Svoronos, with details: Date - August 6, 2026, Time - 1-1:30 pm EST.

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Today’s challenges demand leaders who can analyze evidence, navigate complexity, & drive real change. Gain practical skills in decision-making, leadership, & policy implementation with Harvard's PLC. Register by Aug 13 for the Sept 1 – Oct 13 session. bit.ly/4c7qOsV
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Shape a blueprint for change. In our Policy Design & Delivery "A" course, learn to diagnose policy problems and design solutions that work. Continue with the "B" course to innovate, scale solutions, and navigate real-world constraints. Led by Michael Walton.
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Empower outcomes with data-driven decisions. In our Evidence for Decisions "A" course, learn to use descriptive evidence and analytical tools to weigh complex choices. Continue with the "B" course to assess policy impacts and design high-impact programs. Led by Teddy Svoronos.
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Lead with integrity. In our Leadership & Ethics "A" course, learn to navigate moral trade-offs and balance individual rights with the greater good. Continue with the "B" course to apply ethical decision-making in practice. Led by Christopher Robichaud.
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Join the PLC team on Aug. 6 for an info session featuring Teddy Svoronos, faculty lead for the Evidence for Decisions courses. Discover how PLC can enhance your decision-making, leadership, & analytical abilities, & get answers from the experts. Register: bit.ly/456RDcO
Promotional image for an online information session with Harvard Kennedy School's Public Leadership Credential. Features a faculty lead, Teddy Svoronos, with details: Date - August 6, 2026, Time - 1-1:30 pm EST.

ALT Promotional image for an online information session with Harvard Kennedy School's Public Leadership Credential. Features a faculty lead, Teddy Svoronos, with details: Date - August 6, 2026, Time - 1-1:30 pm EST.

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In this video, HKS professors share “one big idea” to build a thriving world given the multitude of challenges facing our geopolitical landscape. bit.ly/4owkobP

Building a world where all can thrive

Seismic shifts over the past year have heightened the urgency to rethink the approach critical development work. In this video, HKS professors share “one big idea” to build a thriving world given the...

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2026 MC/MPA grad and PLC alum, Paige Swem, on her HKS experience: “I believe in the power of the people and how we’ll bring change forward from the bottom up. Now, I have much better ways of thinking about that. I feel much stronger as a leader." bit.ly/4x63oNx

Believing in the power of the people

Paige Swem MC/MPA 2026 believes real change happens when institutions share power with the people.

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