Brief Introduction
This three-course program from Harvard Business School (HBS) Online will teach you the fundamental skills to confidently contribute to business decisions and decision-making.Course Summary
This course is designed to help learners develop their core skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communication through a variety of interdisciplinary assignments.Key Learning Points
- Develop critical thinking skills
- Improve problem-solving abilities
- Enhance communication skills
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Learn how to effectively analyze and evaluate information
- Apply interdisciplinary approaches to real-world scenarios
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic computer skills
- Internet access
- Commitment to completing assignments and participating in discussions
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interdisciplinary
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving Skills for University Success
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Psychologist and Economist
- Entrepreneur and Author
Related Books
Description
Course description
The Credential of Readiness (CORe) is our primer on the fundamentals of business thinking—a three-course online program designed to prepare you to participate fully in the business world. CORe was developed by HBS faculty members to instill a deep understanding of essential business concepts and problem-solving skills. Mastering the three CORe courses—Business Analytics, Economics for Managers, and Financial Accounting—will give you fluency in the language of business.
This is the program that Harvard Business School offers to incoming students to prepare for the MBA classroom, and it will equip you to contribute to business discussions and decision making, whether you’re looking to advance your current career, considering graduate school, or exploring new career paths.
You will learn alongside a global cohort of peers—sharing perspectives and surfacing insights as you progress through the program. You will also have an opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of the material by passing the required, in-person final exam.
Knowledge
- What you'll learn
- Analyze and interpret data to inform business decisions
- Apply economic principles to real business situations
- Discover what’s behind the numbers in financial statements
- Master concepts as you tackle multimedia case studies of diverse organizations
- Develop business intuition through cold calls and interactive features
- Join a global community of learners
Summary of User Reviews
Discover Harvard's core courses and build a strong foundation of knowledge. Students have praised this course for its comprehensive curriculum and engaging instructors.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
comprehensive curriculumPros from User Reviews
- Engaging instructors
- Comprehensive curriculum
- High-quality learning resources
- Interactive and collaborative learning environment
- Flexible scheduling options
Cons from User Reviews
- Expensive tuition fees
- Limited interaction with professors
- Heavy workload
- Lack of personalized feedback
- Not suitable for beginners
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