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Frequently Asked Questions

The Program
What is the difference between attending a Harvard program in Cambridge and one offsite – like this one in Athens?
Other than using a different venue, there are no differences in curriculum or instruction. We will be bringing our faculty, course materials, and curriculum from Cambridge. Participants will enjoy all the benefits that come with attending any Executive Education program – information on Harvard events, updates on the latest developments at Harvard, and a program completion certificate. From a logistical perspective there are a number of benefits to holding this course in Athens. It is easier to get visas to enter Greece for many participants and travel costs and times are cut down. 

When will I know if I have been admitted to the program?
Participants will be notified on a rolling basis as applications are received.  You will be notified regarding the status of your application within three weeks of the receipt of a completed application.

Program Costs
Is there full or partial tuition funding available?

• There is a limited amount of Fellowship funding that will be awarded on a selective basis.  This funding can only be used to pay program fees and cannot be used to cover transportation costs, housing, or meals. Tuition assistance decisions are made separately from the admissions process.
  If you are seeking tuition support and would like to be considered for a fellowship, please submit the online application. An email will be sent to you with details on the process for applying for a fellowship. Please add ksg_execed@ksg.harvard.edu to your address book to assure that you receive the email.
  
• In addition to the fellowship offered by our partners, financial assistance for executive training is often available from foundations, international development agencies, and multilateral assistance organizations. Individuals seeking financial assistance should make inquiries directly to these organizations as soon as possible, as training funds are often limited and the approval process can be lengthy. 

Click here to download a list of potential third party funding organizations.
To increase the likelihood that prospective participants receive the financial support needed to attend this program, we encourage participants to seek funding from third party sources in addition to applying for a fellowship.

Program Fee
What is covered in the program fee?
The program fee includes all curricular materials and lunches. Lodging, breakfasts and dinners, and travel to and from Athens are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of individual participants.
Will the program organizers make available a block of hotel rooms at a group rate?
For participants coming from outside of Athens, we will hold a block of single and double rooms at a hotel in downtown Athens at a special Harvard rate. Participants may also choose to pursue other residential options.

Attire
What is the typical attire for this program?
Attire for the program is business casual.  Because you will be sitting in a classroom for long periods of time we suggest you dress comfortably.  Business attire is suggested for the opening and closing receptions. 

Daily Schedule
What is the typical daily schedule for the program?
The program begins each morning with study group sessions and class sessions.  On some days there may be a fourth class session.
9:00 am – 10:00 am                   Study groups
10:00 am – 11: 30 am                Session I
11:30 am – 11: 45 am                Break
11:45 am – 1:15 pm                   Session II
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm                     Lunch
2:45 pm – 4:15 pm                     Session III
4:30 pm – 7:00 pm                     Reading and preparation for the next day

Course participation
Is participation in all of the program sessions mandatory?
Yes. The Kennedy School admits participants to Executive Education programs with the understanding that they will be free of all regular professional responsibilities throughout the program. The faculty believes that attendance by each participant at every session is essential to ensuring that the program makes the maximum contribution both to the individual and the entire group. The sessions often build on materials presented in previous sessions so it is essential that participants stay current in the course. Only participants who have attended all of the program sessions will be awarded certificates of completion at the end of the course.

Visa
What visa should I apply for?
Applicants may need a visa to enter Greece. Please contact the Greek Embassy in your country for up to date information on visa requirements.

Gaining entrance to Greece for the duration of the program is the responsibility of the participant. Obtaining a visa may be a time consuming process. Please take this into account in the application process. If a visa is required, Harvard University will provide an admissions letter to accepted participants, which can be used as part of the application process.

Weather
What will the climate be like in Athens in late March?
The average high temperature in Athens at the end of March is 16-20°C and the average low is 8-11°C.  The average monthly precipitation is about 40mm. -bring a light jacket, umbrella.

Contact information
If your questions were not answered here, please contact the Program Director.
Program Director:  Horace Ling
horace_ling@ksg.harvard.edu