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Privacy
Harvard Online uses different course delivery platforms and directs learners to each platform’s privacy policy for platform-specific information.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Additional delivery platforms
Harvard Online courses are delivered through Harvard Online, HBS Online, edX, and GetSmarter learning platforms.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Course experience
Harvard Online courses use short videos from faculty and experts, interactive graphs and exercises, and opportunities to contribute to an online learner community.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Course subjects
Courses cover subjects including technology and innovation, leadership and communication, health care, arts and humanities, business and management, education, government, law, and science and mathematics.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Device requirements
The Harvard Online course platform is designed for internet-connected desktop or notebook computers using Chrome or Firefox; tablets and smartphones are not supported there.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Faculty access
Faculty and guest experts appear in course videos but are not available for direct, real-time learner communication.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Free access
Learners can audit free courses, and select offerings provide verified certificates as a paid upgrade.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Learning formats
The catalog includes expert-led certificate courses, free audit learning, specialized programs, learning paths, and training for organizations.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Organization support
Organizations can receive participant progress reports, a dedicated Program Services Manager, and email support for technical or course-related issues.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Organization training
Organizational training is available for groups of 50 or more learners and can include learning in AI, leadership, digital transformation, and health care.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Payment methods
For courses on the Harvard Online platform, payment may be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AMEX, or wire transfer, and course fees must be paid in full in US dollars.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Self-paced courses
Harvard Online offers self-paced programs and on-demand courses, while some courses have scheduled live sessions or weekly deadlines.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
What it offers
Harvard Online provides flexible online courses for lifelong learners, working professionals, and organizations.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Who can enroll
Courses are 100 percent online and available to participants regardless of location; participants do not become Harvard students or alumni by taking a course or earning a certificate.Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu

Plans and prices

Building a Winning Mindset: Flexibility and Resiliency at Work — Microcredential $175, paid once On demand 2.5 hours · 90 days to complete after purchase Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Data Science and AI Principles — Harvard Online Certificate $1,200, paid once 5 weeks · 4–5 hours per week · enroll by Oct 15, 2026 Course runs Oct 21–Nov 25, 2026 or Jan 20–Feb 24, 2027 · fixed dates and scheduled live class meetings Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu
Adaptive Leadership: Practical Strategies for Change (Facilitated Experience) — $3,200, paid once 6 weeks · 7–8 hours per week · enroll by Oct 28, 2026 Nov 2–Dec 18, 2026 · limited seats · scheduled live class meetings Read 5 Oct 2026 · harvardonline.harvard.edu

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