In an increasingly uncertain business environment, financial management is no longer simply about monitoring costs, reporting performance or managing budgets. It plays a critical role in shaping business strategy, evaluating opportunities and supporting effective leadership.
As organisations navigate market volatility, financial pressures and evolving business priorities, leaders must make decisions that balance immediate operational needs with long-term value creation.
How can financial intelligence help leaders make better strategic decisions? And how can finance become a trusted strategic partner across an organisation?
On Monday, 23 November 2026, the University of Manchester China Centre invites business professionals and aspiring MBA candidates to an exclusive Global MBA & Financial Management Masterclass, delivered by Penny Clarke, Senior Lecturer and Chartered Accountant at Alliance Manchester Business School.
Effective leadership requires more than an understanding of financial statements. It demands the ability to interpret financial information, assess business risks and translate financial insights into informed strategic action.
This masterclass will explore the evolving role of finance in business leadership, focusing on how financial intelligence can support decision-making during periods of uncertainty.
Date：Monday, 23 Nov. 2026
Time：19:00 – 21:00（Registration from 18:30）
Location：The University of Manchester China Centre, L'Avenue, Chang'ning District, Shanghai
Language：English
Seats are limited; please scan the QR Code on the poster to register. We will send a confirmation email upon successful RSVP.
18:30–19:00 Registration and Networking
19:00–19:05 Welcome Remarks
19:05–19:20 Global MBA & MSc Financial Management Information Session
19:20–20:20 Masterclass
20:20–20:35 Q&A
20:35–21:00 Networking & Wrap-up
• Finance as a strategic business partner: Understanding how financial expertise contributes to organisational strategy and leadership decisions.
• Leading through uncertainty: Exploring how financial intelligence can help leaders assess risks, evaluate opportunities and navigate changing business conditions.
• Financial thinking for non-financial managers: Developing a broader understanding of how financial considerations influence decisions across business functions.
• Balancing performance and long-term value: Considering the role of finance in supporting sustainable growth and effective resource allocation.
Whether you work in finance, marketing, operations, human resources or general management, this session offers an opportunity to explore how financial thinking can strengthen your approach to business leadership.
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