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Succession Planning

In this course, you'll discover how to effectively plan for leadership transitions and personnel changes, ensuring that your organization remains resilient and prepared for the future.

Iain Steel
Iain Steel
Business | core | 2 hours |   Published: Jan 2025
In partnership with: Coursera

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Overview

1KSTUDENTS*
93.4%RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • 2 hour of on-demand video  
  • Certificate of completion  
  • Direct access/chat with the instructor 
  • 100% self-paced online 

In this engaging course, you'll learn how to effectively plan for transition of key personnel and leadership to ensure organisational continuity. This introductory course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement successful succession planning strategies, which are crucial for the long-term success of any organisation, including; the key components of a succession plan, identifying the key skills required for your succession planning strategy, and making sure your succession plan can adapt to changing circumstances. 

Skills You Will Gain

Succession Planning
Planning
Leadership Development
Change Management
Organizational Success
Risk Management and Mitigation

Learning Outcomes (At the end of this program you will be able to)

  • Examine the concept of succession planning.
  • Evaluate the key components of a succession plan.
  • Create a succession plan.
  • Evaluate the risks associated with personnel transitions.

Prerequisites

Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of business operations and HR management principles. While no advanced knowledge is required, familiarity with these foundational concepts will help you engage more effectively with the content.
 

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for business owners, team leaders, project managers, HR professionals, and anyone involved in planning and managing leadership transitions. Whether you're responsible for talent development or organisational continuity, the course offers valuable insights and strategies that can benefit your role in ensuring smooth personnel transitions.
 

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*Where courses have been offered multiple times, the “# Students” includes all students who have enrolled. The “%Recommended” shown is also based on this data.
1Module 1: Introduction to Succession Planning
2Module 2: Identifying Roles, Skills, and Talent Management
3Module 3: Mitigating Risks in Succession Planning: Strategies for Adaptation and Evolution

Segment 01 - Introduction and Welcome 

Segment 02 - Understanding Succession Planning

Segment 03 - Preparing a Succession Plan

Segment 04 - Communicating a Successful Succession Strategy

Segment 05 - Identifying Business Critical Roles

Segment 06 - Assessing Skills Required to Meet your Succession Plan needs

Segment 07 - The Role of Talent Management in Succession Planning

Segment 08 - Succession Planning Risks

Segment 09 - Unforeseen Circumstances and their Impact on the Succession Plan

Segment 10 - Reviewing and Updating the Succession Plan

Segment 11 - Congratulations and Continuous Learning Journey

Iain Steel

Iain Steel

Iain is a seasoned procurement and management consultancy leader with over 30 years of experience guiding some of the world’s most prominent organizations. His career spans C-suite, VP, and Director-level roles across both private and public sectors internationally, equipping him with deep expertise in high-stakes procurement and transformational projects that drive lasting change.

As the Director of Procurement & Business Transformation at Beneffrey Consulting, Iain specializes in navigating complex, high-risk procurement challenges, global supply chain management, large-scale contracts, and the integration of Social Value and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks into corporate strategies. His focus is on providing expert guidance, training, and support to help organizations achieve sustainable and impactful transformation.

He holds esteemed professional credentials, including:

  • Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (FCIPS)

  • Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT)

  • Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI)

Throughout his career, Iain has trained thousands of professionals worldwide in procurement, supply chain management, governance, strategic operations, and diversity and inclusion. His passion lies in empowering individuals to make smarter decisions, excel in their careers, and lead with confidence. Having been mentored by exceptional leaders, he is committed to ‘passing it forward,’ ensuring that learners at every stage of their journey receive the knowledge and support they need to thrive.

 

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