This course is designed to help you prepare for the future of your company by ensuring that you have effective leadership transition plans in place. Throughout 12 lectures and 10 animated case studies, this course will set the fundamentals of business succession planning, then it will dive in depth to guide you step-by-step to perform a successful succession plan.

In the first few lessons, you will learn about the basics of succession planning and the importance of differentiating it from replacement planning. You will also learn how to set parameters for the planning process and gather operational data to help inform your decisions. The following lessons will guide you through the process of developing a mission and vision statement, conducting a SWOT analysis, setting goals and objectives, and drafting the plan itself.

The later lessons of the course focus on executing the plan, gaining support from others, managing change, and overcoming roadblocks. You will learn how to assign responsibility and authority, prioritize what the succession plan will address, establish a monitoring system, identify paths, and choose your final approach. You will also learn how to develop a change management plan, a communication plan, and provide constructive criticism to encourage growth and development. Finally, you will learn how to evaluate your progress, re-evaluate your goals, and successfully reach the end of your plan.

Succession planning is essential for the long-term survival of any company. By preparing successors to take on vital leadership roles when the need arises, you can ensure that your company thrives in the transition. This course will help you understand how to effectively plan for leadership transitions, identify potential roadblocks, and develop strategies to overcome them. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to create a successful succession plan for your company, ensuring its long-term success. Enroll now and start preparing for the future of your business!