Whether you’re a business professional who wants to deepen your knowledge, an undergraduate getting ready to enter the working world, or a lifelong learner preparing for an MBA, gaining confidence in foundational business skills can help you excel. Explore HBS Online's business essentials programs to decide which is the best fit for your goals. [...]

If you manage investment portfolios, you can invest in firms with high environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings to positively impact the world while maximizing returns for your firm and clients. Here’s a primer on ESG criteria’s role in the investment space and seven strategies to consider for purpose-driven decision-making. [...]

As a leader, you have the ability to foster power throughout your organization—a process referred to as the democratization of power in the course Power and Influence for Positive Impact. Here’s a primer on what it means to democratize power, why it’s beneficial, and two methods for doing so with actionable next steps. [...]

Whether launching your own venture, leading teams, or preparing to enter the business world, developing a strategic mindset is crucial for success. Here's a breakdown of HBS Online's six strategy courses to help you determine which best fits your goals. [...]

How can those outside an organization’s established power structures gain influence and make change? No matter your role, acquiring influence relies on your knowledge of how power works, how to propose and enact change, and how to use emotional intelligence to build and cultivate your network. [...]