Level up your skills with Connemara
Content provided by Harvard Business Impact
- Online Harvard ManageMentor® courses
- Learn in your own time while you work, study or chase your side hustle
- Recognised certificates that strengthen your CV, LinkedIn profile and career prospects
Harvard ManageMentor® online short courses give individuals, career professionals, entrepreneurs and freelancers a chance to build world-class skills at a low cost – and they’re available across Africa.

Reduced rates
All courses are priced at affordable rates, giving you exceptional value for internationally recognised learning.

Practical tools
Whether you’re working full time, starting a business or freelancing, these courses fit into a busy schedule and give you practical tools you can use straight away.

International recognition
Each programme is internationally recognised and designed to help you grow your confidence, sharpen your thinking and accelerate your career in a way that is both substantial and achievable.
Harvard ManageMentor® courses are brought to you by Connemara, one of South Africa’s leading learning and development providers.
For 30 years we’ve been helping organisations in Africa and beyond build skills, grow talent and strengthen the way their people work. Our programmes have supported thousands of managers, young professionals and teams across industries, giving them practical tools to think clearly, communicate well and lead with confidence.
Now we’re opening this experience for individuals with an appetite to learn. You don’t need to be part of a big company to access high-quality development. Through this opportunity, you can tap into the same world-class learning used by leading organisations.
Whether you want to sharpen your writing, boost your career prospects or prepare for leadership, these courses give you the structure and skills to move forward. Connemara’s experience sits behind every step, making sure you get practical, relevant learning that helps you grow your career on your own terms.
Courses
These courses have been hand-picked from a huge range of Harvard ManageMentor® programmes and packaged especially for the African market. Each one gives you practical, work-ready skills at a rate that will suit your pocket. Every course costs R1 250 giving you an easy way to grow your career without putting pressure on your budget.
Here are a list of courses for you to choose from:
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Difficult Interactions
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 29 Minutes
How can you become an effective and inspiring leader? Begin by defining your values and vision, and deepening your self-management skills.
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Digital Intelligence
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 24 Minutes
No matter your role, technology continues to transform how you do your work. With access to a dizzying array of new tools, customer insights, and data, how do you keep up? Discover practices you and your team can put into action to thrive in the digital age.
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Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 50 Minutes
As a manager, you are in a powerful position to create an environment where people can thrive, knowing that they truly belong and the differences they bring are welcome.
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Ethics at Work
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 50 Minutes
These right-versus-right dilemmas—where there’s no one “correct” solution—are part of the landscape of workplace ethics.
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Feedback Essentials
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour
Feedback fosters learning and leads to stronger relationships and higher performance. Discover how to give and receive meaningful feedback that can help you-and your team-succeed.
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Finance Essentials
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 2 Hours 9 Minutes
Let’s face it-money is the fuel that keeps your organization running. No matter your role, by understanding the fundamentals of finance, you ensure your team will make the most of its resources. Learn how to interpret financial statements, create a budget, and invest wisely to produce the desired returns.
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Global Collaboration
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 2 Hours 1 Minute
In today’s connected world, learning how to collaborate across cultures and languages is more essential than ever. Cultivate your cultural intelligence and build trust between global team members by establishing shared purpose and developing strategies to get back on track if misalignment occurs.
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Goal Setting
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 39 Minutes
Goal setting is crucial to personal and professional success. By knowing how to set the right goals, you can boost both your team’s results and your own. Learn why goals matter, the different types of goals, and how to align your goals with your organization’s key objectives.
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Innovation and Creativity
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 21 Minutes
Teams that flex their creativity and innovate regularly are simply more successful than others. Learn how to unleash your curiosity, overcome barriers to innovation, take smart risks, and collaborate with others so your organization can continuously improve.
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Innovation Implementation
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 47 Minutes
No matter how good your product or service is, the way you communicate with your customers can determine its success.
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Leading People
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 1 Hour 41 Minutes
Conflict is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be unmanageable. Discover how to effectively handle-and coach members of your team in handling-disagreements through careful preparation, good communication, and a focus on solutions that work for all parties.
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Leading with Generative AI
R1,250.00Add to basketCourse Duration: 50 Minutes
Guide your team to unlock the potential of Gen AI. Get the most out of Gen AI by exploring how it can transform your team’s work
Frequently asked questions
What is Harvard ManageMentor®?
Harvard ManageMentor® is a collection of practical online courses developed by Harvard Business Publishing. The content is used by companies around the world to build skills in leadership, communication, decision making and more.
Why are these courses available through Connemara?
Connemara has spent the past 30 years helping organisations in South Africa and beyond build capability. Through our partnership with Harvard ManageMentor®, we’re able to offer selected courses directly to individuals at rates set for the local market.
How much does each course cost?
Each course costs R1 250. You can pay it in full or split it over three months at no interest.
Who are these courses for?
They’re ideal for students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, freelancers and anyone looking to improve their skills or move their career forward.
Do I need any previous experience?
No. The courses are designed for people at different stages of their working life, including those just starting out.
How long does a course take to complete?
Most people finish a course within a few hours. You can move through the lessons at your own pace and revisit them anytime during your access period.
Is the learning fully online?
Yes. You can complete everything online from your phone, tablet or laptop.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. When you finish a course you’ll receive a Harvard ManageMentor® certificate that you can add to your CV and LinkedIn profile.
Are the courses recognised internationally?
Harvard ManageMentor® is used globally by leading companies and universities. The certificates are well regarded and show that you’ve completed structured learning from a reputable source.
Can I do more than one course?
Absolutely. You can take as many courses as you like, either one at a time or in any order that suits your goals.
What support do I get?
You’ll receive guidance on how to access your course and track your progress. If you have any issues, Connemara’s support team is available to help you get back on track.
How do I sign up?
Choose your course on the site, click Book Now, complete the short form and make payment in South African Rands. You’ll get access details once your enrollment is processed.
Can my employer pay for my course?
Yes. Many employers support professional development. You can request an invoice or share your booking details with them.
Can I upgrade to more courses later?
Yes. You can return at any time and enroll in additional courses using the same simple process.

