This online course, Business Succession Planning for HR Professionals, is designed to equip HR practitioners with practical strategies and tools aligned with Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) exam outlines to identify, develop, and transition future organizational leaders. By focusing on real-world applications of succession planning‚Äîincluding assessing talent needs, ensuring leadership continuity, and addressing legal and financial complexities‚ participants will learn to define fundamental principles of succession planning; describe methods for identifying and assessing high-potential employees; explain key legal, financial, and ethical considerations in leadership transitions; apply best practices for talent development, mentoring, and coaching; analyze communication strategies that foster transparency among stakeholders; implement frameworks for ongoing evaluation and refinement; and evaluate practical case studies to enhance decision-making and leadership continuity. Through targeted lectures, case studies, and interactive knowledge checks, learners will develop the knowledge, skills, and practical changes needed to maintain organizational resilience and sustain growth.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Business Succession Planning
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 2: Creating a Succession Planning Strategy
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 3: Identifying Successor Candidates
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 4: Developing Successor Talent
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 5: Legal Considerations in Succession Planning
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 6: Financial Planning for Succession
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 7: Communication Strategies
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 8: Managing Talent Transition
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 9: Crisis Management and Succession Planning
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 10: Family-Owned Business Considerations
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 11: Technology in Succession Planning
5 Topics
1 Quiz
Module 12: Evaluating and Updating Succession Plans
5 Topics
1 Quiz