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Harvard Is Selling a $699 Course Taught by A.I. Clones of Its Faculty

Harvard Business School is now offering a $699 course taught by AI avatars of its faculty, raising questions about the future of education.

By · Published August 23, 2026 at 01:28 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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Harvard Business School has introduced AI avatars of its faculty to teach a $699 startup bootcamp. The move is part of an effort to leverage advanced technology in education, providing students with access to expert coaching and resources. The course aims to offer personalized learning experiences, with AI avatars simulating the teaching styles and expertise of Harvard's instructors.

The New York Times and TechCrunch have focused on the novelty of AI-driven education, while The Tech Buzz and Межа. Новини України. have emphasized the practical applications of AI avatars in startup coaching. Poets&Quants has taken a philosophical approach, discussing the role of human intellect in education. Coverage does not yet specify how students will interact with the AI avatars or the extent of the AI's capabilities.

Questions remain about the effectiveness of AI avatars in replicating the human touch in education. It is unclear how students will perceive the AI avatars compared to human instructors. Additionally, the long-term impact of AI-driven education on traditional teaching methods is yet to be determined.

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Questions people are asking

What is the cost of the Harvard Business School AI-driven course?

The course costs $699.

Who are the instructors for the AI-driven course?

The instructors are AI avatars of Harvard Business School faculty.

What is the focus of the AI-driven course?

The course focuses on startup coaching and entrepreneurship.

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Harvard Business School AI avatars education startup coaching AI-driven learning

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