Certified Succession Management Expert (CSMEx) Self Paced

• Introduce the principles and importance of succession planning in organizations.
• Develop the ability to identify and prioritize critical positions within organizations.
• Equip participants with a thorough understanding of the succession planning process.
• Teach the application and benefits of the 9-Box Model in succession management.
• Provide insights into designing effective leadership development interventions.
• Strengthen skills in competency mapping for succession planning.
• Explore tools and methodologies for assessing talent readiness and potential.
• Enhance knowledge of implementing and evaluating succession plans.
• Develop expertise in using talent analytics for succession management decisions.
• Foster the ability to align succession strategies with long-term organizational objectives.

Modules:
M-1: Introduction to Succession Panning
M-2: Understanding and Determining Critical Positions in Organizations
M-3: Succession Planning Steps/ Process
M-4: 9 Box Model and its uses in Succession Planning
M-5: Management/Leadership Development Interventions
M-6: Tools for Succession Management: Understanding & Application

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the significance of succession planning in organizational sustainability.
• Identify and assess critical positions that require succession planning.
• Design and implement a structured succession planning process.
• Utilize the 9-Box Model for talent assessment and development.
• Create and execute leadership development programs for high-potential employees.
• Map competencies to roles to align talent with organizational needs.
• Apply tools and techniques to assess employee readiness for succession.
• Evaluate and refine succession management strategies based on organizational outcomes.
• Use talent analytics to monitor and improve succession plans.
• Build an integrated succession management framework to ensure leadership continuity.

This course is Accredited by Cambridge Academy of Professinals - UK

This Program is recognized by Society for Human Resource Professionals – USA for recertification credit for their Certification Program “This program is valid for 16 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.”

“The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®)  criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.”

Features:
Duration: 4 Months
Short Video Materials: Yes
Mode of Learning: Self-Paced

Post Completion:

• Electronic Certificate
• Digital Badge via Credly.com
• Printed Certificate available

Exam Method:

• Number of Exams: 01
• Number of Questions: 25 MCQ Questions
• Duration: 30 Minutes
• Total Marks: 50
• Pass Mark: 70%

Assignment: 

• Total Assignments: 05
• 01 Pre-Course Assignment (Learning Purpose)
• 03 Class Based Assignment
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Pass Mark: 70%
• 01 Capstone Projects
  • Total Marks: 300
  • Pass Mark: 70%

Name: Grace Muthoni
Designation: HR Manager
Country: Kenya
"The Certified Succession Management Expert course provided me with a clear roadmap for building effective succession plans. The strategies for identifying and grooming high-potential employees were invaluable. This course has given me the tools to ensure leadership continuity in my organization."

Name: Thabo Khumalo
Designation: Talent Development Specialist
Country: South Africa
"This course exceeded my expectations! It gave me a comprehensive understanding of succession planning, from risk assessment to implementation. The focus on aligning succession strategies with organizational goals was particularly impactful for my role."

Name: Amina Hassan
Designation: Organizational Development Officer
Country: Nigeria
"The CSMEx course helped me understand the importance of preparing for leadership transitions. The modules on succession planning frameworks and leadership pipelines were practical and easy to implement. I feel more confident in my ability to manage succession challenges."

Name: Kwesi Boateng
Designation: HR Business Partner
Country: Ghana
"This course was a game-changer for my career. It offered actionable insights into talent mapping and development. The practical examples, especially those tailored to African business contexts, made the learning experience incredibly relevant."

Name: Tinashe Moyo
Designation: Learning and Development Manager
Country: Zimbabwe
"The Certified Succession Management Expert course equipped me with the skills to identify talent gaps and create succession plans that ensure organizational resilience. The emphasis on long-term leadership development strategies was particularly useful for my role."

• 06 Practical Focus Module
• 02 Reference Book
• Post Completion:
  •     Electronic Certificate
  •     Digital Badge via Credly.com
  •     Printed Certificate available

• Critical Position Analysis:
  • Proficiency in identifying and prioritizing key roles for succession planning.
• Succession Process Design:
  • Ability to develop and implement structured processes for succession management.
• Talent Assessment Expertise:
  • Skills to evaluate employee potential and readiness using standardized tools.
• Leadership Development Planning:
  • Expertise in designing programs to nurture future leaders.
• Competency Mapping:
  • Proficiency in aligning role requirements with employee competencies.
• Use of Assessment Tools:
  • Knowledge of tools like the 9-Box Model to analyze and develop talent.
• Talent Analytics Application:
  • Capability to leverage data for informed succession decisions.
• Strategic Alignment:
  • Ability to align succession plans with organizational vision and goals.