Harvard ManageMentor® by Harvard Business Impact®

In partnership with Connemara, Global Business Solutions has secured exclusive licensing rights for Harvard ManageMentor®—part of the Harvard Business Impact® suite—in South Africa, offering 43 concise, 1.5- to 3-hour online modules that empower both organisations and individuals to master essential management and leadership skills through interactive, self-paced learning. Each module culminates in a digital certification badge for social-media recognition, reinforcing credibility and enabling learners to showcase their achievements on platforms like LinkedIn.

Harvard ManageMentor® comprises 43 distinct topics—anging from presenting and budgeting to strategic thinking—each packed with practical tools, real-world scenarios, and expert commentary from Harvard facult. Trusted by over 1,000 organisations worldwide and embraced by more than 1.5 million learners, this programme blends rigour and flexibility to drive measurable impact.

About Harvard ManageMentor®

Harvard ManageMentor® is a self-directed leadership and management development platform from Harvard Business Publishing that delivers a comprehensive, bite-sized curriculum of 43 online courses spanning critical leadership competencies. Each module—crafted by world-renowned experts—features interactive exercises, real-life scenarios, downloadable tools and templates, and is fully mobile-friendly for learning anywhere, anytime. Designed for busy professionals, it provides a structured pathway for immediate, practical application in the workplace, ensuring your investment translates directly into improved performance and measurable business results.

Partnership & Licensing

Global Business Solutions, in proud partnership with Connemara, is one of only two organisations in South Africa authorised under Connemara’s sole distribution rights to offer Harvard ManageMentor® across Africa.

Why Choose Harvard ManageMentor?

Scalable L&D Solution: Deploy a consistent leadership framework across teams and track progress via the HMM DOMO Dashboard with dynamic data visualisations and learner-level analytics.
Cost-Effective Development: Replace multi-day workshops or partial degrees with short, focused modules that award a Harvard-branded badge upon completion, enhancing both motivation and ROI.
Proven Track Record: Adopted by over 1,000 organisations globally to strengthen managerial competence and performance.
High User Satisfaction: Praised for its user experience and effectiveness in Gartner peer reviews.

Programme Highlights

43 Short Courses: 2–3 hours each, covering over 40 key management and leadership topics. Quick and easy to compete, with multiple attempts.
Featured Topics:
- Diversity & Inclusion—Learn why diverse teams outperform and how to foster belonging.
- Strategic Thinking—Frameworks for big-picture decision-making and competitive advantage.
- Decision Making—techniques to navigate complexity and make informed choices.
Practical Resources: Budget planners, project checklists, and communication frameworks available for immediate download

Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Digital Intelligence

Coaching, Developing Employees,

Diversity & Inclusion

Career Management, Ethics,

Time Management

Programme Benefits

For Organisations

For Aspiring Professionals & Scholars

Scalable Global Consistency: Roll out uniform training across any location or device.
Flexible & Tailorable Learning Pathways: Mix and match bite-sized modules to meet your skill needs.
Just-In-Time Learning: Access content on-demand, exactly when it’s needed.
Administrative Ease & Robust Analytics: Real-time dashboards track engagement, progress and ROI.
Application-Focused Skill Transfer: Scenario-based exercises drive immediate on-the-job application.
Performance Support Toolkit: Quick-reference aids and job-aids reinforce learning in the flow of work.
Mobile-Friendly & Accessible: Seamlessly switch between desktop, tablet and smartphone.
Measurable ROI & Impact: Microlearning is faster and up to 50% more cost-effective than traditional e-learning.
Cascading Learning & Mentor Resources: Downloadable guides empower peer workshops and mentoring sessions.
Tailored Programme Integration: Easily embed Harvard modules into existing workshops or academies.
Enhanced Employee Engagement & Retention: Bite-sized content boosts completion rates and reduces turnover.
Continuously Updated Content: Modules are refreshed regularly to keep skills current.

Affordable Harvard Credentials: Earn 43 Harvard-certified micro-modules.
Fast Completion: Finish all modules in six months instead of a year-long degree.
Affordable Upskilling: Acquire top management skills at a fraction of degree cost.
Shareable Badges: Receive digital Credly badges to showcase on LinkedIn and resumes.
Anywhere Access: Learn self-paced on desktop, tablet or smartphone.
Practical Tools: Interactive exercises, real scenarios and downloadable templates.
Fresh Content: Modules regularly updated with the latest business trends.
Clear Path: Follow a structured progression from foundational to advanced skills.
Harvard Prestige: Learn directly from Harvard Impact experts.
Gap-Year Ready: Upskill quickly for early-career or gap-year learners.

How to Get Started

Ready to transform your team or accelerate your own career?

Simply complete the form below with your details, and our team will be in touch to tailor a customised learning pathway for your needs.

For enquiries, email info@globalbusiness.co.za or call 043 721 1030.

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*Harvard Business Publishing is an affiliate of Harvard Business School.