Read the Chapter 12 Mini-Case: A Change at the Top at Procter & Gamble: An Indication of How Much the
CEO Matters?
TEXTBOOK: Hitt, M. A., Ireland, R. D., & Hoskisson, R. E. (2016). Strategic Management: Concepts and
Cases: Competitiveness and Globalization. 12th Edition. Cengage Learning. ISBN-13: 978-1-305-50214-7
Respond to either question 2 or 3:
- How Is it a good practice to rehire a former CEO who has retired? Please explain the potential
advantages and disadvantages of doing so.
- What should P&G do to replace Lafley when he retires for a second time? What actions should they take
to prepare for the succession?
AND
Respond to the following question: As a strategic leader, would you feel ethically responsible for
developing your firm’s human capital? Why or why not? Do you believe that your position is consistent with
the majority or minority of today’s strategic leaders?