In a review of the literature, supported by six case studies, executive development for senior managers in public and private organisations is explored in depth. The study looks at the roles and responsibilities of the chairman, CEO, executive and non‐executive directors, the required...

Numerous commentators emphasise that, to compete successfully in today'sever-changing environment, directors need to become more flexible andinnovative in their careers and in their day-to-day work (Beardwell and Holden,2001, p. 275; Longenecker and Fink, 2001, p