STRATEGIC SUCCESSION PLANNING

This course provides a comprehensive framework for designing and implementing a strategic succession planning process. It is designed to equip leaders and talent management professionals with the tools to identify and develop a robust pipeline of future leaders. The program goes beyond simply identifying replacements, focusing on how to assess key roles, evaluate high-potential talent, and create customized development plans. Participants will learn how to align succession planning with long-term business strategy, ensuring the organization is prepared for future leadership needs and can maintain continuity in critical positions. The course emphasizes building a culture that values talent development and internal mobility.

• Understand the strategic importance of succession planning and its link to business continuity.
• Identify key roles and positions critical to the organization's future success.
• Assess and evaluate high-potential employees using structured frameworks.
• Develop customized career paths and targeted development plans for future leaders.
• Implement a succession planning process that is transparent, equitable, and integrated with talent management.

STCW Convention (competency and certification requirements for key roles), ISM Code (personnel competence and continuity, Section 6), MLC 2006 (career development, Regulation 2.5), ISPS Code (security personnel competence), ILO Convention 111 (equal opportunity in promotion).