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King Lear Revisited: The Succession Conundrum at Cordia Enterprises

By Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries,  Katharina Balazs
Published 01 Jan 2004
Reference 5201
Topic Entrepreneurship
Length 11 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

This case study highlights the different aspects of succession. It describes the issues that affect the departing CEO. It considers the organization, and the background of internal and external candidates for succession. It also treats the issue of non-executive board-members and their preferences.

Teaching objectives

The aim of this case study is to: 1. Help participants gain insight into the dynamics of CEO succession. 2. Create an understanding of the barriers of CEO succession and the underlying issues that influence the process. 3. Prompt participants to make a thoughtful analysis of the leadership competencies needed for a successful transition and highlight issues of corporate governance and the role board members play.

Keywords
  • CEO
  • Succession
  • Leadership style
  • Competencies
  • Corporate governance
  • Board members. AR2004
  • AR0304
  • RD0304
About the authors
Kets de Vries

Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries

Distinguished Clinical Professor of Leadership Development and Organizational Change

Katharina Balazs


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