In an era of unprecedented change, experienced professionals face a critical question: how do you evolve from experience-driven leadership to systematic capability-building, and from a local mindset to a global perspective?

The University of Manchester Global Part-time MBA / EMBA — with over 3,000 alumni in China — is designed to answer exactly that.

On Thursday, 4 June, Dr. Sherry Fu, Founding Director of UoM China Centre, and Mr. Li Fajin, an expert in business education and leadership development, will host a face-to-face dialogue in Beijing on “Career Leap & Leadership Breakthrough Through a Global Lens.”

What to Expect

• Strategic career pivots in a globalised business environment
• The journey from local excellence to global leadership
• How a part-time MBA accelerates leadership transformation

One Global Executive MBA. Five global hubs. A truly international experience.

Join the online information session for the Manchester Global (Executive) MBA on 8 June, 8 PM (China Time) and hear directly from Xavier Duran, MBA Programme Director at Alliance Manchester Business School.

You will also hear from Randa Bessiso, Founding Director and CEO of The University of Manchester - Dubai, Dr Sherry Fu, Managing Director of The University of Manchester China Centre, Olivia Chan, Director East Asia of The University of Manchester East Asia Centre, Bee Ing, Regional Director of Manchester Worldwide (S.E. Asia), and Ekaterina Clarke, MBA & Global Programmes Marketing & Recruitment Manager, Alliance Manchester Business School to give you a comprehensive view on how this programme operates on a global scale.

The Global (Executive) MBA is designed for ambitious professionals seeking international exposure, including the opportunity to travel with their closed cohort across our global centres/branches, flexible blended learning, and the opportunity to connect with senior leaders from more than 30 nationalities across The University of Manchester’s worldwide network.

In today’s complex and fast-changing business environment, an increasing number of finance leaders are asking themselves an important question: how can they evolve from being functional experts into true business leaders?

The transition from CFO to CEO is not simply a change in title, it requires a fundamental shift in the way one views business operations, organisational leadership, and growth. Beyond solid financial expertise, it demands strategic thinking, leadership capability, and the ability to drive business development from a broader organisational perspective.

On 11 June, the University of Manchester China Centre is delighted to invite alumnus Mr. Allen Zhang to deliver a special sharing session titled: From CFO to CEO: Expanding Capabilities and Upgrading Leadership Mindset.

Mr. Allen Zhang currently serves as Board Member & CEO, East Asia, Chairman of East Asia Management Board, Wanzl Group. Drawing on his own career journey from financial management to corporate leadership, he will share practical insights and key reflections on navigating the transition from finance executive to business leader.

As China’s capital market continues to evolve, IPO opportunities and challenges are reshaping the landscape for entrepreneurs and investors alike. How can data and research support better investment and strategic decisions in today’s dynamic market environment?

On Wednesday, 11 June at 19:00, Professor Arif Khurshed from Alliance Manchester Business School will join the University of Manchester China Centre WeChat Channel for a live online session:

Inside the Chinese IPO Market: Research-Driven Insights for Entrepreneurs and Investors.

During the session, you will learn:

• Latest trends in China’s IPO market
• Research-driven approaches to investment decision-making
• Key issues for entrepreneurs and investors
• Introduction to the part-time MSc Financial Management programme at Manchester

We look forward to welcoming you online.