Introduction

“A family business is led by reason, but sustained by the heart.” This statement highlights the uniqueness of leadership in family businesses toward sustainability through values of the heart, which is the core spirit of family business leadership. This course introduces the key concepts and principles of leadership in family businesses. The content covers the specific features of leadership in family-owned enterprises, the importance of integrating family and business governance, and the principles of management suited to the family business model. Learners will also explore how to develop the next generation of leaders, study leadership models, and understand how leaders build sustainable strategies across generations through case studies.

Key benefits of the program for family businesses include:

1. Understanding leadership competencies, the nature of leadership in family businesses, and its relationship with the family.
2. Developing leadership and management skills in a family business context.
3. Recognising the leadership role in shaping vision, business strategy, conflict management, and legacy building.
4. Strengthening leadership competency frameworks through models, processes, and communication skills.

This program is designed for:

1. Family business leaders and family members preparing for succession.
2. Entrepreneurs starting their businesses and preparing the next generation.
3. Managers seek to understand family businesses in order to work effectively and integrate into this model.

Program format:

The program runs for 30 hours (customisable), delivered by experienced researchers and consultants. Materials and content are standardised based on leading research and reputable publications in the field of family business. Classes are offered on a customised, “tailored” basis to address the specific issues of participants. Mode of delivery: in-person training.

Content

Reference

1. Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook: How to Build and Sustain a Successful, Enduring Enterprise
2. 6 Traits of Strong Family Businesses
3. Understanding the Family Business: Exploring the Differences Between Family and Nonfamily Businesses
4. Generation to Generation: Life Cycles of the Family Business. Authors: Kelin E.Gersick, John A. Davis, Marion McCollom Hampton, Ivan Lansberg
5. IFC (2021). Family Business Governance Handbook.
6. Sharma, P. (2019), Pioneering Family Firms’ Sustainable Strategies
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