The CEO's Guide To Choosing An AMP

If you want your colleague to get a refresher course in general management issues and leadership development, then an AMP is the right bet. But if the objective is to improve functional expertise, a more targeted executive education programme might be suitable. How long can your company afford the candidate's absence? Is he a hands-on manager who needs to be back quickly? Look for the programme that offers the right time span. Does the programme you are considering fit your company's culture? For instance, if you are a start-up, make sure the AMP you pick addresses the THE CEO'S GUIDE TO CHOOSING AN AMP CULTURE entrepreneurial mindset. A lot of the learning in an AMP happens through So you have identified a high-potential candidate in your company who will be a future leader. You are consid- interactions with the peer group. Look for the kind of experience and background details that other candidates have, that will help your colleague. PARTICIPANT PROFILE ering sending the person for an AMP so that he or she gets the tools to make the transition. Here's what you should keep in mind. The course content should not be too focussed on markets and case studies not relevant to RELEVANCE your company. Talk to earlier participants to understand what to expect. COST An AMP doesn't come cheap. So do you have a clear justification for making that investment? At the same time, don't scout for the cheapest course. You should pay for the one that is aligned to your objectives. The quality of the faculty can make the difference between a life-changing experience and yet another fancy course abroad. Do your research on them. NEED DURATION FACULTY