Talent Management and Succession Planning
Course overview
Organisations that manage talent deliberately are rarely caught out by departures or growth. This course covers how to identify, develop, and retain key people, and how to build a reliable pipeline for critical roles.
What you will gain
- Identify high potential and critical talent
- Build development plans for future leaders
- Create succession plans for key roles
- Retain talent through targeted engagement
- Assess readiness for promotion objectively
- Reduce risk from unexpected departures
Who should attend
- HR managers and business partners
- Talent management specialists
- Senior line managers
- Organisational development staff
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 16 Oct 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | Book |
| 8 to 12 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 14 to 18 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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