Harvard’s HBS Foundry program, a startup bootcamp priced at $699, uses AI avatars of its instructors to support participants. According to the description, these avatars provide feedback during practice pitches and simulated board meetings.

Why it matters

The use of AI avatars in an established institution’s paid education program illustrates one way generative AI is being applied to instructional feedback and practice exercises.

Who should care

Aspiring founders considering the program, as well as educators and edtech observers watching how AI avatars are used in structured learning environments.