Leaders have always faced the job of inspiring others while making important decisions with incomplete information. Today's leaders are confronted with challenges and opportunities that have never been more dynamic or complex. Helping individuals effectively understand and manage these forces is a key responsibility of HBS and the Leadership Initiative.

Leadership Initiative

We undertake cutting-edge research and course development projects about leadership and leadership development, both within Harvard Business School and through collaborations with other organizations.

We foster a global conversation that addresses the challenges of leadership in context—across time and location.

We encourage interdisciplinary exchange in order to bridge the gap between scholarship and practice.

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The MBA Experience

MBA students benefit directly from the work of the Leadership Initiative across their two years at HBS.

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Executive Education

We offer many programs that strengthen the leadership capacity of individuals and their organizations.

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The 20th Century

Test Your Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Abilities Rate yourself from 1 (low) to 5 (high)

I build and cultivate an active network of relationships inside and outside the organization

I establish open, candid, and trusting relationships

I treat all individuals fairly

I interact well with individuals at all levels of the organization

Get Results

Your score indicates that you have foundational interpersonal abilities. As a beginner, the following suggested readings should provide insight into cultivating stronger relationships within your organization.

Your score indicates that you have intermediate interpersonal abilities. To continue to build on your current skills, we recommend the following selections:

Your score indicates that you have strong interpersonal abilities. To continue to leverage the power of social capital inside and outside of your organization, we recommend the following readings:

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