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This folder contains articles pertaining to the annual Harvard Learning Programme that is offered by SDL in collaboration with their external vendors.

What are the Harvard Learning Programme ?
Harvard Learning Training Courses are designed in partnership with go1 and HARVARD BUSINESS PUBLISHING. This year SDL is pleased to offer three cohorts desi...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 3:16 PM
What are the eligibility criteria for the Harvard Learning Programme ?
For your application to be reviewed by the selection team, you must fulfill the following eligible criterias: Active Staff members Holding a Regular...
Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 1:22 AM
How long does the Harvard Learning Programme run for?
The Cohorts run from April to November 2026, and is held entirely online. Each cohort is made up of 5 to 6 self-paced modules, with content designed t...
Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 9:20 PM
What is the format of the programme?
The Havard Learning Programme offers 3 different cohort, with a total of 175 participants. Each participant will be assigned to one cohort only, and will fo...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 3:17 PM
What is the schedule of the wrap-up sessions?
Cohort1: Strategic Thinking & Management Strategic Thinking: Wrap Up Session 29th April AM and 30th April PM  Goal Setting: Wrap Up Sess...
Wed, 8 Apr, 2026 4:16 PM
How much does the Harvard Learning Programme cost?
The cost of this course is covered by Staff Development and Learning (SDL) and so is FREE to all IOM staff. However there is an expectation that all parti...
Thu, 5 Mar, 2026 9:08 PM
What topics are covered in the three different cohorts?
Each cohort consists of five to six self-paced modules. Each module is followed by a mandatory wrap-up session scheduled at the end of the month or beginn...
Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 1:38 AM
Who conducts the Harvard Learning Programme?
IOM has partnered with go1 and Harvard Business Publishing to train interested and qualified staff. The course is managed the Staff Development and Learning...
Thu, 5 Mar, 2026 4:50 PM
What is the engagement required to complete the Harvard Learning Programme?
The Harvard Learning Programme is a combination of self-paced learning and monthly wrap-up sessions which are held in the format of a webinar. Each Co...
Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 1:39 AM
Can I apply to more than one cohort ?
Given the amount of work this required, and the limited number of licenses, staff member cannot apply to more than one cohort. For more information, ...
Thu, 5 Mar, 2026 10:10 PM