Determinants of Succession Planning for Senior Executives in Nonprofit Organizations
(Pages 237-251)Ming-Tao Chou1, Chi-Ping Liu2,*, Cathay Kuo-Tai Kang3
1First author, Professor of Department of Aviation and Maritime Transportation Management, College of Management, Chang Jung Christian University, No.1, Changda Rd., Gueiren District, Tainan City 711301, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
2Doctoral student, PhD Program in Business and Operations Management, College of Management, Chang Jung Christian University, Postal address: No.1, Changda Rd., Gueiren District, Tainan City 711301, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
3PhD Program in Business and Operations Management, College of Management, Chang Jung Christian University, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55365/1923.x2025.23.22
Abstract:
This study employs the analytic hierarchy process and the decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory methods to examine the key determinants of succession planning for senior executives in Taiwanese nonprofit organizations (NPOs). The findings reveal that institutionalized talent cultivation and succession willingness are the most critical determinants. Furthermore, a mindset geared toward delegating authority, institutionalized succession strategies, and organizational culture emerge as the primary driving forces shaping the succession process. The findings reveal that in NPOs, succession planning follows a causal chain from leadership mindset to institutional design, talent cultivation, and finally to the formation of succession willingness. Effective outcomes require aligning organizational systems with leadership attitudes.
Keywords:
Nonprofit organizations; succession planning; analytic hierarchy process; decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory; key success factors.
How to Cite:
Ming-Tao Chou, Chi-Ping Liu, Cathay Kuo-Tai Kang. Determinants of Succession Planning for Senior Executives in Nonprofit Organizations. [ref]: vol.23.2025. available at: https://refpress.org/ref-vol23-a22
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