Succession Planning & Talent Management: Foundation Programme

Course Introduction

Succession Planning & Talent Management sits at the heart of teams, departments and cross-functional initiatives, yet it is rarely taught in a way that translates straight into daily practice. This foundation-level programme closes that gap with practitioner-led sessions, realistic scenarios and take-home tools.

Training Objectives

• 01Explain the core principles, terminology and standards behind Succession Planning & Talent Management in clear, practical language
• 02Select and adapt suitable approaches to Succession Planning & Talent Management for the constraints of teams, departments and cross-functional initiatives
• 03Diagnose weak spots in current practice and prioritise corrective action
• 04Use practical tools, checklists and templates that support day-to-day Succession Planning & Talent Management
• 05Leave with a prioritised list of improvements you can start within 30 days

What You Will Take Away

• A stakeholder and communication map
• Decision frameworks and discussion guides for your team
• A personal development action plan

Who Should Attend

• Middle & Senior Managers
• Team Leaders & Supervisors
• High-Potential Employees
• Department Heads

Prerequisites: No prior specialist knowledge is required.

Training Methodology

Sessions are paced for newcomers — plain-language explanations, worked examples and small-group practice — with time each day for questions. Case material and examples are drawn from teams, departments and cross-functional initiatives.

Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)

• Day 1
  Getting oriented: the landscape of Succession Planning & Talent Management

  Scope, terminology and the standards and regulations that shape Succession Planning & Talent Management in teams, departments and cross-functional initiatives.

• Day 2
  Core concepts and methods

  The principles, codes and best-practice approaches that leading organisations rely on for Succession Planning & Talent Management.

• Day 3
  Applying it on the job

  Hands-on exercises using tools and templates for Succession Planning & Talent Management, built around realistic situations in teams, departments and cross-functional initiatives.

• Day 4
  Cases, risks and lessons learned

  Case studies, typical pitfalls and the risk and compliance issues that arise with Succession Planning & Talent Management.

• Day 5
  Bringing it together

  Consolidation workshop, personal action planning and a closing knowledge check on Succession Planning & Talent Management.

Upcoming Sessions