The Financial Times have reported on a leadership development programme designed specifically for younger members of family businesses. It is hoped that the initiative will encourage youngsters to take the reigns on established companies setup by their parents, instead of joining the ever-popular graduate recruitment programmes like sheep. Lets hope that this will enable these small family businesses to compete against the influence of large recruiters in attracting the best talent.

The course is called ‘The Institute of Family Business (IFB) Next Generation Leadership programme is open to anyone with over 5 years work experience (which doesn’t have to be in the family business itself). This interesting restriction will actually encourage family members to spread their wings, and hopefully return to the nest with valuable knowledge that will help grow the business under the next generation management. If this could be the leadership course for you, then take action now!

Key Dates

The course will take place over 5 days between 18/09/2010 and 18/06/2011. Applications must be in by 15th July 2010.

Contact

Get information directly from course provider at info@ ifb.org.uk