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HBS Account & Login
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HBS Email
Email Visibility and Opt-In Request
Two-step verification (Duo)
Spam Email & Phishing
Profile Updates & Subscriptions
Alumni Directory
Directory Mapping
Alumni Messaging Service
General Information
MBA Academic Records
Clubs
Visiting Campus
Giving to HBS
Alumni Benefits
Baker Library
HBS
magazine & Class Notes
General Information
General Information
What constitutes Harvard Business School alumni status?
A Harvard Business School alumnus/a is defined as any person completing an HBS program
that grants alumni status. Current
qualifying programs include:
Advanced Management Program (AMP)
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
General Management Program (GMP)
Joint Program with Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences
(MS/MBA: Engineering Sciences)
Joint Program with Harvard Kennedy School (MPP/MBA and MBA-MPA/ID)
Joint Program with Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
(MS/MBA Biotechnology: Life Sciences)
Joint Program with Harvard Law School /Master in Business Administration (JD/MBA)
Joint Program with Harvard Medical School /Master in Business Administration (MD/MBA)
Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Owner/President Management Program (OPM)
PhD in Business Economics (PhDBE or PhDBusEc)
PhD in Information, Technology, and Management (PhDITM)
PhD in Organizational Behavior (PhDOB)
PhD in Science, Technology, and Management (PhDSTM)
President's Program in Leadership (PPL)
Program for Leadership Development (plus completion of 10 open-enrollment program
days) (PLDA)
Senior Executive Program, China (SEPCA)
Senior Executive Leadership Program (SELP)
Retired HBS programs which granted alumni status (all attendees are members of the
current HBS alumni community)
Individuals in the MBA Class of 2006 or earlier having completed one year of the HBS
MBA program
Central and Eastern European Teachers' Program (ETP)
Doctor of Commercial Science (DCS)
The General Manager Program™ (TGMP)
Global CEO Program for China plus completion of China CEO Renewal Program (GCPCA)
Harvard-Radcliffe Program in Business Administration (HRPBA)
Industrial Administrator (IA)
International Senior Management Program (ISMP)
International Teachers' Program (ITP)
Middle-Management Program (MMP)
Mid-Officer Certificate (MOC)
PhD in Decision Sciences (PhDDS)
Program for Global Leadership™ (PGL)
Program for Management Development (PMD)
Programs for Health System Management (PHSM)
Senior Executive Program China plus completion of China Senior Executive Renewal Program
(SEPCA)
Senior Executive Program for the Middle East (SEPME)
Senior Executive Programme for Africa (SEPSA)
Veterans' Certificate (VC)
Visitor for Individual Studies (VIS)
Where can I find contact information for sectionmates or classmates, or get a list
of fellow alumni?
Go to the
HBS Alumni Directory
to search for classmates by name, company, location, industry and many other categories
of information.
Alumni may also send an e-mail to section and classmates by using the
E-mail My Class
tool: Please note the
and
I am not an HBS Alumnus, how can I get contact information for HBS alumni?
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide any information regarding HBS alumni to those
who are not also alumni.
When is it appropriate to use the Harvard Business School name or shield logos?
Generally, alumni are not permitted to use Harvard Business School logos for any use
including gifts, event materials, clothing, print & digital materials, etc., for their
own non-school sanctioned events.
Exceptions are made for school-sanctioned events (contact
Alumni Communications
) and Reunions (contact
Reunions team
), and alumni clubs-sanctioned events (contact the
Clubs team
).
MBA Academic Records
How do I get proof of graduation or a copy of my transcript?
Transcripts and certificates of attendance may be obtained through the MBA Registrar's
Office. For information, go to:
How can I get a copy of my diploma?
Replacement diplomas may be obtained through the MBA Registrar's Office. For information,
go to:
How can I get a legal name change on my academic records?
Information on a cross-reference or legal name change to your academic records is
available through the MBA Registrar's Office:
Clubs
Is there an HBS club near me?
The
HBS Alumni Club Directory
on the HBS Clubs website can be filtered by location or interest so you can find
the club that is right for you.
Can I join the Harvard Club?
Harvard Club membership is open to all alumni of the University. Each club offers
its own a variety of programs, services, and opportunities to its members and to its
communities. For more information and to find a club near you, go to:
Visiting Campus
Can I get a tour of campus?
Please review the
Visit Campus
page for the latest on visiting campus. While in-person tours may not always be
available there are
virtual tours
and other resources to fill the gap.
Is there a map of campus?
There is an interactive map available online:
I’d like to bring a prospective student to campus to see what the case method is like.
Please review the
Visit Campus
page for the latest on visiting campus. While in-person classes may not always be
available for observation, you may explore
the HBS Case Method
online.
Which HBS facilities can I use?
Baker Library
Baker Library offers remote and onsite alumni services. For more information, go to:
Shad Hall
HBS alumni are eligible for membership at the Shad Hall fitness center. For fee information,
call the fitness desk at 617.495.6060. More information is available on the
Shad Hall Fitness Portal
What are the hours of the COOP?
Hours and store info for the HBS COOP are at:
The Class of 1959 Chapel
HBS alumni may use the Class of 1959 Chapel for weddings and memorials, through the
sponsorship and coordination of HBS Alumni Relations. For more information, e-mail
the Alumni Relations Office at
alumni@hbs.edu
Giving to HBS
When do I need to fulfill my pledge?
Donors to HBS, particularly alumni in reunion classes, can make pledges to be fulfilled
at a later date. Guidelines for payments differ for reunion and annual giving pledges.
Reunion Pledges:
For the 5th, 10th, 15th 20th, 50th, and up
Pledges must be made by June 30 following the reunion and should be fulfilled by the
following December 31.
For the 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, and 45th
Pledges must be made by December 31 following the reunion and should be fulfilled
by the following June 30.
Non-Reunion Pledges:
Must be paid by June 30th fiscal year close to be counted in giving totals and listed
in the School's
Contributors Report
Special payment arrangements
can be made for larger gifts. For further information, please contact Kerry Cietanno,
Director of Donor Relations at 617.495.6889 or
kcietanno@hbs.edu
Will I get credit for pledge payments?
Donors will be recognized in the School's annual
Contributors Report
for the full amount of a pledge in the year that it is made, regardless of payment
timing. Pledge payments made in subsequent years will not be listed. A donor may request
that he or she be recognized for payments as they are made over more than one fiscal
year.
Will my gift to HBS be automatically credited to my class?
Yes, all gifts receive class credit.
Will my spouse and I both receive credit for a gift to HBS?
Joint crediting is an option but is not automatically applied. Couples must indicate
if they would like their gift to be entered jointly, in which case the amount will
be split 50/50 for tax purposes but each person will receive class credit and recognition
for the full amount of the gift. Please contact Development Operations at 617-495-6207,
or email
gifts@hbs.edu
, for further information about crediting.
How can I view my giving history?
You can view recent giving history by logging in on the
Alumni Home Page
. Then click on the “My HBS” tab underneath your name and scroll to “View Giving
History.”
What is the crediting policy for planned gifts?
HBS will give credit to the donor and donor's class for the full face-value of an
irrevocable life-income gift. Such credit is given also for a bequest intention, properly
documented, in the 50th reunion or later.
How do I take advantage of my company's matching gift program?
Please use our
online search tool
or contact your company's human resources office to find out if your employer matches
charitable gifts and to learn the associated policies and procedures.
What is the School's Federal Tax Identification number?
President and Fellows of Harvard College, ID# 04-2103580
When will I receive a receipt for my gift?
You can expect to receive an official receipt in 10-15 business days after HBS receives
your gift.
How can I get a duplicate tax receipt for my gift?
To request a duplicate receipt, contact Harvard Alumni and Development Services at
617.495.1750 or email
ads@harvard.edu
Accounts & Security
HBS Account & Login
What is HBS login and what can I access with it?
The HBS login refers to the username and password combination needed to access the
protected areas of the Alumni Website, including the Alumni Directory and Profile,
Alumni CareerHub, Class Notes, and the Email Messaging Service.
I've forgotten my password. How do I reset it?
If you know your HBS email address, you can use the
reset your password application
. If you do not, or if the reset form doesn't work for you, contact us at 617.384.5977
or by email at
italumnihelp@hbs.edu
Alumni Identity Verification
HBS IT and Alumni Records may request to schedule a Zoom call, where you will need
to appear on camera and present a photo ID. This level of verification is required
by the HBS Information Security office to protect both your account and HBS systems.
What are the password requirements?
strong
password is key to alumni data security. HBS has adopted password requirements to
ensure strong alumni passwords. Next time you
change your password
, you will need to meet the following criteria:
Your new password must be at least 8 characters long.
Your new password must contain at least three of the following:
AN UPPERCASE LETTER
a lowercase letter
a numeric digit
a non-letter character (:!@#$%^&*?_~).
Your new password cannot contain a space
Your new password cannot contain three or more consecutive characters from your LEFA.
(e.g. A password for jharvard@mba1908.hbs.edu may not contain "rva" or "jha" or "hbs"
or "mba")
You may
reset your password online
. If you have forgotten your password and you do not have a contact email adderss
designated in your alumni profile, then you must contact the Alumni Records office
to reset it: 617.384.5977 or by email at
italumnihelp@hbs.edu
I've forgotten my username. How do I retrieve it?
Your HBS email address is also your HBS Username (e.g. jdoe@mba2007.hbs.edu) and coupled
with your password gives you access to password protected areas of the Alumni Website.
If you don't know your username, please contact the Alumni Records Office at 617.384.5977
or by email at
italumnihelp@hbs.edu
Can I use HBS login for alumni.harvard.edu website?
HBS login does not grant access to alumni.harvard.edu services. HarvardKey is required
to access.
HarvardKey Login
What is Harvard Key and what can I access with it?
HarvardKey is the University’s username and password credentials needed to access
Harvard alumni services. It applies to services linked from alumni.harvard.edu and
alumni.hbs.edu.
Can I use the Harvard Key to access the alumni.hbs.edu website or HBS club websites?
The HarvardKey does grant access to alumni.hbs.edu, but it currently does not grant
access to the HBS club websites or the HBS Office365 online suite.
Can I use my HBS email address as the email address for Harvard Key?
While you could choose to use your HBS email address as your username for the HarvardKey
system, the username and password are not shared with the HBS login credentials.
Where can I learn more about Harvard Key?
More on HarvardKey is available at:
HBS Email
HBS Alumni Email Protocol
Since 1998, HBS alumni have had access to an HBS-branded email address. The initial
system, the Lifelong Email Forwarding Address (LEFA), was retired at the end of 2017
and replaced by Microsoft Office 365. The forwarding of email that previously happened
inside the LEFA system is now handled by Microsoft Office 365. Alumni now have the
option to retrieve their email online at
, receive their email in their own email clients, or continue to forward their HBS
email to their personal account. Due to current email provider protocols, forwarding
is discouraged as it has become more likely to result in losing email to Spam filters.
In addition, the login email and password that alumni use to access protected areas
on the alumni website is no longer referred to as your LEFA login, but rather your
HBS username and password.
How do I change or update my email forwarding address in Office 365?
The email address your HBS email address forwards to may be updated on
the Office 365 Outlook Forwarding Page
. This page may also be used to discontinue forwarding. Log in with your HBS username
(formerly LEFA username) and password.
Can I receive my HBS email on my mobile device?
Yes. You may add your HBS email account to your mobile device, by using any of your
preferred email clients:
Android
Apple Mail
, or
Outlook
. It will ask for your HBS email address and password to connect your account to the
app.
I had Office 365 as an MBA student or Executive Education participant. Do I still
have access to it?
MBA Alumni who graduated in 2016 or later, and Executive Education alumni who graduate
in or after 2018, received access to Office 365 as students. They will maintain access
to a limited online suite of Office 365 tools, including their Outlook mailbox and
100 GB of storage on OneDrive, at
. Microsoft Copilot is not included in the suite of services.
Email Visibility and Opt-In Request
I received an email from HBS asking me to confirm or opt in to share my email address.
Is this a legitimate request?
Yes. This email was sent by HBS Alumni Records as part of an ongoing effort to prepare
for the launch of the new alumni website. The message invites you to confirm whether
you would like to share your preferred email address with members of the HBS community:
fellow alumni, students, faculty, and staff.
If you choose
“Yes”
, your preferred email will be visible to logged-in members of the HBS community.
If you choose
“No”
, your email will remain private.
You can always change your preferences at any time by visiting your alumni profile
(once the new site launches) or by contacting
Alumni Records
directly.
Why is HBS asking alumni to confirm their email visibility preferences?
We’re modernizing how alumni choose to connect with one another. As part of this update,
HBS is giving alumni more control over their contact information. Confirming your
preference ensures that your visibility setting reflects your choice, rather than
a system default.
The goal is simple: to make it easier for you to stay connected with your classmates
and peers—only in the ways you choose.
Will this change how I receive communications from HBS or the Harvard Alumni Association?
No. This opt-in request affects only how you connect with members of the HBS community
through the alumni directory. It does not affect your subscription preferences for
newsletters, event invitations, or other official communications from HBS or the Harvard
Alumni Association.
When will these changes take effect?
These updates will take effect alongside the launch of the new HBS alumni website,
currently planned for
early 2026
. You’ll be able to review and update your contact preferences anytime through your
Alumni Profile once the new site goes live.
Two-Step Verification (Duo)
When I logged into the alumni website, I saw a message that said my account has been
disabled. What do I do?
If you see the message below, then you should call alumni records, 617.384.5977, and
select option 1, to add a phone number to your Duo account.
What is Duo?
Duo is the name of service that HBS has employed to provide two-step verification
for online authentication.
What is Two-Step Verification?
Two-step verification (sometimes called two-factor authentication) is a process that
adds a second layer of security to online accounts. It requires users verify their
identity before allowing the login process to complete. This helps reduce risk when
an account username/password is compromised.
When would I need to use Two-Step Verification?
Two-step verification is used at HBS when logging into the alumni website, alumni
email through Office 365 (O365), or if you have configured a mobile phone and/or desktop
mail app to access O365. It is not necessary if your HBS email simply forwards to
a personal or business email account.
What if I don’t have any phone numbers in my alumni profile or I need to change my
existing phone number?
A phone number is required to use two-step verification and thus to access password-protected
content on the alumni website and alumni email through O365. If you don’t have a
phone number on file, call alumni records, 617.384.5977, and select option 1.
Is there an easier way to check my HBS email on my phone?
If you typically check your HBS email on the web using
and you do not have your HBS email address forwarding to another account, then the
Microsoft Outlook app., available for
iPhone
and
Android
, will allow you to use your HBS email without having daily prompts from the two-step
verification system (Duo).
Where do I manage my Duo account?
If you want to add or change devices to your account once it has been activated, from
your computer’s browser, go to
and log in with your HBS credentials. On the Check for a Duo Push screen, click Other
Options. On the Other options to log in screen, click Manage Devices. Verify your
identity by selecting from the list of offered the options based on your method of
choice. Once you verify your identity you will be redirected to the Duo Device Management
Portal where you can select from these options:
Add a Device – Add a new device/phone number to your account
I have a new phone – Add a new phone with the same phone number
What are the options for the second verification?
There are two options: add the Duo application to your smartphone or set up a passkey
on your computer. For assistance with setting up either, please call Alumni Records
(617.384.5977 option 1).
If you are ever temporarily without your smartphone or computer that has the passkey,
you can call Alumni Records (617.384.5977, and select option 1) to obtain a single
use code.
I received an email from hbsalumni@studentsuccess.anthology.com or italumnihelp@hbs.edu.
Are these legitimate email addresses?
Yes, both are legitimate email addresses. Messages related to HBS alumni account support
may come from either
italumnihelp@hbs.edu
or
hbsalumni@studentsuccess.anthology.com
Spam Email & Phishing
I received a suspicious e-mail from HBS. (Would HBS ever ask for my password?)
From time to time you may receive emails addressed to your HBS email address that
appear to be official messages from trusted sources, but are in fact fraudulent emails
devised to extract sensitive, private information. Recent messages appear to come
from ithelp@hbs.edu and state that your account has been blocked or suspended and
threaten permanent removal or deletion of your account. Almost all such fraudulent
emails urge immediate action. In addition they ask you to send your username and password.
NOTE: HBS will never ask you to e-mail your password or other sensitive information.
This type of fraudulent messages is often referred to as a "phishing" e-mail. Below
are some steps to take to avoid falling victim of a phishing scheme.
Be extra careful when you receive an email requesting sensitive data. HBS, banks,
or any legitimate service will never ask for sensitive information through email.
As a precaution, contact the company from which the email apparently originates (using
a phone number from a statement or their official Web site, not any phone number provided
in the email) to check that the email is legitimate.
It bears repeating - HBS will never ask you for sensitive information via email.
Hover over (but don't click!) any links embedded in the email. Frequently, a URL will
look legitimate at first glance, but you will see when hovering over the link it actually
goes to a fraudulent site. A common trick is to use a web address that appears to
be legitimate but with some letters transposed (e.g. www.harvrad.edu).
For more on phishing and other scams, visit
If you receive a suspicious email, please forward the message to
phishing@harvard.edu
If you suspect you may have provided your login information to another party, please
contact the Alumni Records Office: 617.384.5977;
alumni_records@hbs.edu
Why did I receive a spam message from my own HBS email address?
The appearance of spam messages from your own e-mail address can be disconcerting,
but it is not the result of a security breach in the HBS computer systems. The most
likely cause is a virus attack on a personal computer of someone who has your HBS
email address in their contact list or elsewhere on their computer. These spam viruses
then "spoof" the e-mail return address by using an e-mail address found on the machine.
Best practice is simply to delete the message.
HBS IT is committed to spam protection and is continually reviewing and updating its
techniques to slowing the flow of spam. To help HBS monitor the amount of spam messages
reaching alumni, you may report spam here:
phishing@harvard.edu
Alumni Profile, Directory, and Messaging
Profile Updates
How can I update my address listing or personal information?
You may update your addresses on the Contact tab and your personal information on
the Personal tab of your
Alumni Profile
How do I change my legal name in my Alumni Profile?
This type of update requires a special request to the alumni records group. Submit
your request through your
Alumni Profile
by clicking the lock icon next to your name.
How do I change my gender in my Alumni Profile?
This type of update requires a special request to the alumni records group. Submit
your request through your
Alumni Profile
by clicking the lock icon next to the gender field.
How do I change my class year so that I can attend reunions with the class I started
with in my Alumni Profile?
This type of update requires a special request to the alumni records group. Submit
your request through your
Alumni Profile
by clicking the lock icon next to Harvard Degree(s) on the Education sub-tab of the
Personal tab.
I can’t find my undergraduate college when I update my profile. How can I add it to
the list?
Edit your non-Harvard degree(s) on the Education sub-tab of the Personal tab in your
Alumni Profile
. If your undergraduate college does not appear in the type-ahead you may request
it be added by clicking the "Click here to request the addition of a new school" button
that appears when you try to add your college.
My HBS volunteer role isn’t appearing in the HBS Volunteering section, how can I update
it?
This type of update requires a special request to the alumni records group. Submit
the request via the
Report Missing Roles button
in the HBS Volunteering tab in your Alumni Profile.
Contact Settings & Privacy
Where can I update my email contact preferences
You may edit your email contact preferences in the Contact tab of
Edit My Profile
for your Alumni Profile.
Where can I update my email contact preferences (Canadian residents and citizens)
Due to Canadian anti-spam regulations, we are unable to send email to alumni living
in Canada without explicit consent.
To receive updates, event invitations, and news from HBS, please send an e-mail to
alumni_records@hbs.edu
with your consent to receiving emails.
How do I subscribe/unsubscribe from HBS emails?
You may edit your email subscriptions on the Subscriptions sub-tab of the Contact
tab of
Edit My Profile
for your Alumni Profile.
How do I subscribe/unsubscribe from emails from other alumni?
You may edit your contact preferences from the Email My Class tool and the Alumni
Messaging Service via the Messaging sub-tab of the Contact tab of
Edit My Profile
for your Alumni Profile.
Where can I manage what is displayed on my Alumni Profile and who can view it?
You may edit your Privacy Settings, including what may be displayed and whether alumni
and students can view your profile, via the Privacy tab of
Edit My Profile
for your Alumni Profile. You may provide feedback about this experience at the
Website Feedback & Support
page.
Why is my profile no longer syncing with LinkedIn?
LinkedIn has discontinued the feature that allowed alumni to import LinkedIn data
directly to their HBS alumni profile. Data that has been imported in the past will
remain in the alumni profile until edited. We encourage you to
review your profile
to confirm that it is current.
Can I verify my HBS affiliation on LinkedIn with the “Educational institution verification?"
The LinkedIn “Educational institution verification” indicates that an individual currently
works or studies at an institution. According to LinkedIn, it cannot be applied retroactively
(i.e., after you have graduated).
Alumni Directory
Is there a limit of how many profiles I can view in the Alumni Directory?
You can view a maximum of 200 unique profiles per day. Any time you open a profile
to view an individual's profile details, it counts against the limit. Search results
are not counted against the limit.
Can I see some Alumni Directory sample searches?
Search by location:
Try searching for alumni located in Hawaii.
In the Directory
type Hawaii in the location search box and click SEARCH. The default results display
will be the list view. Click the Map icon above the results to see the Map view.
Then use the map’s zoom tools to narrow the results to a more precise location.
Search by job title:
Filter your search to find alumni in a specific position. For example, try searching
for
alumni who self-identify as a CEO located in New York City
. Again, click on the “View as Map” link to see your results, then zoom in to find
alumni in, lower Manhattan versus Midtown.
For more information and a video tutorial:
Visit the
What’s New in the Alumni Directory
page.
Where do I find the feature that was previously called COMMONLY USED SEARCH?
In the search screen of the Alumni Directory under “Like You” we have gathered some
commonly used searches.
Directory Mapping
What is “alumni directory mapping”?
Mapping of addresses in the Alumni Directory lets you easily search for and find on
a map HBS alumni who live or work in a specific city or country as well as identify
other alumni who are in your vicinity, whether you’re at home, at work, or travelling.
This is a feature many HBS alumni have asked for and it has been made possible by
recent upgrades to the Alumni Directory database. You must be logged into the alumni
website to use this feature.
Why is mapping helpful?
Whether you’re on the road, at work, or at home, you can now easily find other alumni
who live or work close to you, filtered by their address as well as their industry
or job title or their program and class year. It’s just one more way we’re helping
alumni make connections and expand their networks.
How does it work?
Using Google Maps and Apple Map in the case of the iOS app, the mapping tool lets
you search by specific location or base your search on your current location. By choosing
one of the preset search functions or refining that search further using the filters
provided, you can find nearby alumni based on the business or home addresses listed
in their Alumni Directory profiles. The mapped results of your search are as specific
or generalized as the information alumni share in their profiles.
Does this work on any computer?
The new directory mapping tool works on your personal computer or mobile device.
Which locations will the map show?
The map results will display whatever you or other alumni have selected to show as
your home or business addresses in the Alumni Directory. If you choose to display
the full address, the Google Maps tool will identify that location. If you choose
to show only your city or country in the directory, the map will provide a generalized
identification of that location.
Can I adjust how my address is shown?
We have taken steps to ensure the privacy of your personal information. As with other
information in the Alumni Directory, you may change how your addresses display at
any time by editing the preferences on your profile page. We encourage you to update
your directory profile now to ensure the mapping results align with your preferences.
We also suggest that you complete your profile by identifying your industry and topic/interest
preferences, as these also will improve your ability to connect with fellow alumni
as well as aid your personalized experience on the alumni website.
How do I change my visibility preferences?
The
Edit Profile page
allows you to set your level of visibility in the Directory and on the map, including
your full address, city, and country. You may also suppress the address entirely.
In addition, on the
, Preferences tab of the Edit Profile page
you may choose to show or hide your home address or your business address.
Why do I see two pins when there is only one alumnus/a in the area?
Both work and home addresses may be displayed for alumni who choose to display both.
How does the Directory know where I am currently?
The “Near Me" button is based on the IP address of your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Why am I prompted to share my location?
The Alumni Directory is using Google and Apple iOS to map the location of your IP
address to enable location-relevant search. If we can not find your IP address you
may be asked to share your location using your device’s GPS locator. If you do not
share your address, you may not have access to the complete geolocation functionality.
Please note: we do not store your location in these instances; the request is only
used for that individual search query.
I have a seasonal address; will it be mapped?
Your seasonal address will temporarily replace your home address during the date range
you selected. The map will likewise reflect these settings.
How can I provide feedback?
Contact Alumni Records at 617.384.5977 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM, Eastern Time, or by email
at
alumni_records@hbs.edu
. Let us know what you like or what you may not like with the Alumni Directory or
any part of the alumni website.
Alumni Messaging Service
What is the Alumni Messaging Service?
The Alumni Messaging Service is a safe and reliable way for you and other alumni to
send email messages to individual alumni and to ad-hoc alumni groups you might create
using the Alumni Directory. The service helps safeguard alumni communications from
the ever-changing rules that Internet Service Providers impose on forwarded email
(many are blocking it) and gives you fine control over the types of messages you'd
like to receive from classmates and other alumni. With this service, you are able
to opt out of or opt into categories of message purposes that will guide the nature
of emails you receive from other alumni (examples: Business Deals or Keeping In Touch).
These message-purpose options are found in the Preferences tab of your alumni profile
page.
Building on the Email Your Class/Section tool, the Messaging Service replaces the
formerly used LEFA links with envelope icons and a prompt to "send a message." Clicking
on "send a message" opens a window with a form for you to compose your message. The
new service sends messages to the recipient's preferred contact address.
What are messaging purposes and how do I edit my own?
Messaging purposes are category designations that allow you to control the types of
messages you receive from others in the HBS community. They currently include: Business
Deals, Current Opportunities, Consulting Offers, Expertise Requests, Job Inquiry,
Keeping in Touch, and New Ventures. They may be edited in your
alumni profile under the Messaging section of the Contact tab
If I create a large message group, is it possible that some people will not receive
the message if they opted out of certain messaging purposes?
That is correct. Since you choose recipients before selecting a messaging purpose,
it is possible that some in your initial selection are not interested in receiving
messages with the message purpose connected to your message and thus they will not
receive your message.
How do I send a message to my class, section, a group of alumni?
To send an email message to your class or section, login in on the
alumni home page
, open the My HBS tab under your name, and then click on the Email Your Class link.
You may then choose the appropriate class or section from the “Choose Your Audience”
drop down in the “To” field.
Sending an email message to a group and an alternate method to sending to your section,
begins with the
Alumni Directory
. The first approach starts with the Like You common searches adjacent to the search
boxes in the Alumni Directory search screen. You may select alumni in your section,
alumni with a similar interest, or who live near you. If the result set is 100 or
fewer, the envelope icon at the top of the results list will become an active button.
If the result set is greater than 100, use the search refiners to narrow your search.
How do I send a message to just one person?
Throughout the alumni website, where LEFA links once appeared, you will now see envelope
icons (✉) with a link to “send a message.” These appear in the Alumni Directory,
in an Alumni Profile, and in Stories. Clicking on these links will take you to the
Alumni Messaging Service and will allow you to send a message directly to the recipient’s
preferred contact email address.
Where did the LEFA links go?
As an increasing number of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) stop forwarded messages
and mark them as SPAM, HBS has chosen to provide an alternate method of sending messages
to fellow alumni. We have thus removed LEFA link references from profiles and throughout
the Alumni Website. The HBS email addresses (formerly LEFA) are still active and
still forward as long as the receiving ISP allows it.
Where LEFA links once appeared, you will now see envelope icons (✉) with a link to
“send a message.” This will take you to the Alumni Messaging Service and will allow
you to send a message directly to the recipient’s preferred contact email address.
What happens if I send an email to an HBS email address/LEFA?
HBS email forwarding addresses are still active and still forward as long as the receiving
ISP allows it.
If I reply, will everyone see my response?
No. A reply to a message which originated in the Alumni Messaging Service will be
sent back to the sender via email. There is no reply-all function.
If someone replies to a message I send, where will I see that reply?
Replies to messages sent through the service will be emailed to the sender's preferred
contact address.
Why can’t I send a message to everyone in my search results list?
We have set a limit of 100 recipients per message.
Do I need to have a contact email address in my alumni profile to use the Alumni Messaging
Service?
Yes. A valid contact email address is necessary to send a message using the Alumni
Messaging Service. Your fellow alumni need to have someone to reply to.
I encountered an error using the Alumni Messaging Service. How do I report it?
Please contact Alumni Records via
email
with as many specifics as possible (screenshots are very helpful).
Benefits & Resources
Benefits
Do HBS alumni receive special discounts on the
Harvard Business Review
FREE Online Access
: HBS Alumni receive the same online benefits of subscribers to the
Harvard Business Review
. Follow the registration instructions below.
Go to
Enter the Access Code: hbsalumni (all lowercase letters).
Enter your First Name, Last Name, HBS email address, and create a password.
Click Validate
After completing the registration, then you may access HBR directly:
Alumni Subscription Discount
: HBS Alumni may also receive a discount on the
Harvard Business Review
print edition. Visit
for details and to subscribe.
Can HBS alumni attend Executive Education programs at a discount?
HBS offers more than 60 executive development opportunities for alumni to return to
the campus to reconnect with HBS faculty, recharge their leadership capacity, and
interact with an array of leading executives from around the world.
Alumni qualify for an exclusive 30 percent discount
on nearly all open-enrollment HBS Executive Education programs.
This offer is available to HBS alumni only; is nontransferable to colleagues, partners,
or other company executives; and is subject to the standard HBS Executive Education
admissions requirements. The discount is applicable to HBS Executive Education open-enrollment
programs only, and cannot be applied to alumni-only programs.
Explore current programs.
Can HBS alumni enroll in HBS Online programs at a discount?
For a limited time, HBS alumni new to HBS Online can receive a 30 percent discount
on all of
HBS Online's certificate programs
. Apply the promo code "HBSALUMNI" at checkout to receive this transformative benefit.
This discount is available only to new participants and can't be combined with any
other offers. You can apply it to any individual certificate program, excluding HBS
Online's multi-course credential programs. The deadline to use the code is 11:59 p.m.
ET, June 30, 2026.
Are there more discounts and offers for HBS alumni?
Harvard COOP
Join the COOP for a $1 annual fee and get 10% off on all purchases.
Harvard Magazine
All Harvard Magazine content is available online for free. To search class notes and
obituaries,
is required.
Harvard University Employees Credit Union
The Credit Union offers a variety of products and services to the Harvard community.
Harvard Alumni World MasterCard®
Designed exclusively for Harvard alumni, the card offers cash back and travel rewards,
plus no annual or foreign transaction fees. In turn, revenue from the card supports
financial aid.
Lenovo Direct for Harvard Alumni Association
Zipcar
Enjoy a group discount on membership to Zipcar in your city.
about alumni services available to all Harvard alumni.
Is there an official group for HBS alumni on LinkedIn
Yes, there is. If you're a member of LinkedIn and would like to join the official
Harvard Business School alumni group
click here
. (HBS email address required for auto-acceptance to the group)
You can also import information from your LinkedIn profile to your HBS alumni profile.
Learn more below.
Is there an alumni travel program?
Yes. For information on alumni travel programs exclusively for HBS alumni—including
schedules and trip itineraries—go to:
Harvard Alumni Travels
What is the HBS Nonprofit/Public Sector Loan Repayment Assistance Program?
The HBS Nonprofit/Public Sector Loan Repayment Assistance Program can help reduce
the need-based educational debt repayment burden for alumni taking managerial positions
in the US or abroad where salaries may be below the MBA average. Qualified graduates
from the MBA Class of 1999 onward are eligible to apply.
You can learn about other opportunities for alumni offered by the Social Enterprise
Initiative at
Alumni Engagement
How can I contact other alumni if I have a special need?
When facing difficult challenges in life, it is only natural to turn for support to
the people who have been there for you throughout your life and career—your HBS network.
The HBS community is a valuable resource that can be helpful in myriad situations.
What follows are some suggestions for how best to access the HBS network in times
of need.
Class Notes
: Many alumni have shared news to garner support or solicit advice from their peers.
Your Class Notes secretary can send a message to your classmates or section mates,
help you reach out to them directly, or include a mention in an upcoming column.
Alumni Messaging Service
: Through the alumni website, you can send an email to your section, class, or other
groups of alumni. Please be aware that the messaging service’s
terms and conditions
prohibit the use of the service for fundraising or soliciting financial support for
your cause.
Faceted search of the alumni directory
: HBS alumni are leaders in every industry and searching the
alumni directory
and searching within the Employment categories can lead you to alumni who are experts
in every field or who have resources or connections that may be of assistance.
Social media
: Many alumni connect through
social media networks
. The HBSAlumni group on LinkedIn is open only to HBS alumni, making it a particularly
good way to reach out to other alumni in a particular field of interest.
Clubs and shared interest groups
HBS alumni clubs and shared interest groups
, such as the Healthcare Alumni Association, are powerful networks that can connect
alumni to others in their region or a particular industry.
Baker Library
Can alumni use Baker Library?
The Baker Library team partners with alumni throughout their learning journey. We
strive to provide comprehensive services and resources to alums to support career
and professional development and growth. Visit
Baker for Alumni
to learn more.
How can I get a library card?
HBS alumni are eligible for lifelong access and borrowing to all Harvard Libraries,
including Baker Library. Visit
Baker for Alumni
to learn how to apply for a Library Borrowing Card.
How do I make an appointment to visit Baker's Special Collections?
Fill out the online Special Collections
contact form
, or call the Special Collections team at 617.495.6411.
I can't access a library resource - what should I do?
Please
contact Baker Library
; let us know which resource you're trying to use and what message you're getting
when attempting access.
HBS Magazine & Class Notes
How do I submit Class Notes?
Alumni may submit Class Notes by email to their class or section secretaries. The
Submit a Note feature in
Class Notes
may also be used, but class secretaries can only access submissions at certain times,
so using email is strongly recommended.
If you're not sure who your class secretary is, check your cohort's most recent Class
Note in the print
HBS
magazine or online, or email Class Notes Coordinator Joy Falk-Onyango (
jfalkonyango@hbs.edu
) to be connected with the right person. If your cohort doesn't have a class secretary,
Joy can also publish submissions directly and provide information to class members
who are interested in serving.
How do I submit a photo for Class Notes?
Please email your photos (recommended: JPEG files between 200kb and 5mb) to your class
secretary. The Submit a Note feature in
Class Notes
may also be used, but class secretaries can only access submissions at certain times,
so email is strongly recommended.
If you're not sure who your class secretary is, check your cohort's most recent Class
Note in the print
HBS
magazine or online, or email Class Notes Coordinator Joy Falk-Onyango (
jfalkonyango@hbs.edu
) to be connected with the right person. If your cohort doesn't have a class secretary,
Joy can also publish submissions directly and provide information to class members
who are interested in serving.
What are the guidelines for Class Notes submissions?
Class Notes, in print and online, is a social forum for HBS alumni to share personal
and professional news, reflections, commentary, and photographs through the work of
volunteer Class and Section Secretaries as a way to foster community and strengthen
connections among alumni.
In keeping with the School’s statement of
Community Values
, Class Notes relies upon an environment of trust and mutual respect for the rights,
differences, and dignity of others; of free expression and inquiry; and with a commitment
to truth, excellence, and personal accountability. The views and opinions expressed
by alumni are theirs alone, and are not endorsed by and should not be ascribed to
Harvard Business School or Harvard University.
Alumni may not use Class Notes to defame, harass, or threaten people or entities.
The School reserves the right to edit, remove, delete, or refuse any content.
For further information, please refer to the Alumni Website
How do I find out who my class secretary is?
Your cohort’s secretary is listed at the top of your Class Note in each issue of
HBS
magazine. You may also contact Class Notes directly (
classnotes@hbs.edu
) to find out who your class secretary is, or to volunteer to serve as the class secretary
if there isn’t one listed in
HBS
magazine.
Where can I read past Class Notes online?
Class Notes dating back to 1996 can be accessed online at
alumni.hbs.edu/classnotes
How can I submit an HBS alum’s obituary for inclusion in Class Notes?
Please email obituary text and/or links to the alum’s cohort’s class secretary, or
to the Class Notes Coordinator (
jfalkonyango@hbs.edu
) if the cohort’s class secretary is unknown or nonexistent.
What should I do if I’m not receiving paper copies of HBS magazine?
First, check your Alumni Directory profile to confirm that you are opted into magazine
mailings. If you aren't, you can opt in at any time. If you are and still not receiving
the magazine, please contact
magazine@hbs.edu
to let us know.
How can I submit story ideas, comments, or feedback?
Story ideas, comments, and feedback may be submitted to
magazine@hbs.edu
Harvard Business Review Access for Alumni
To get HBR Subscriber Access on www.hbr.org, please follow the instructions below:
Go to
Enter the Access Code: hbsalumni (all lowercase letters).
Enter your First Name, Last Name, HBS email address, and create a password.
Click Validate
If you have completed the registration, then you may access the HBR directly: