Innovation has become one of the most powerful drivers of growth in business and society—but how can we separate truly valuable breakthroughs from ideas that only appear promising on the surface?

Join us for an open lecture led by Professor Richard Audas, PhD, Visiting Research Fellow at Alliance Manchester Business School, as he explores the critical role of evidence in evaluating innovation. With decades of experience across economics, health statistics, and policy research, Professor Audas will share insights on how rigorous evidence and analysis can help leaders make better decisions in complex and uncertain environments.

This engaging session will not only introduce you to the distinctive learning approach of the Manchester Global MBA, but also provide fresh perspectives on how evidence-based thinking can shape strategy, leadership, and innovation.

Highlights

• Experience a Masterclass – Learn directly from Professor Richard Audas and get a taste of the authentic Manchester MBA classroom.
• Explore a Cutting-Edge Topic – Discover how evidence can be used to evaluate innovation and guide smarter decision-making in uncertain environments.
• Gain Interdisciplinary Insights – Connect perspectives from economics, health statistics, and policy research to broaden your understanding of leadership and innovation.
• Network with Professionals – Exchange ideas and build valuable connections with peers from diverse industries in Shanghai.
• Discover the Manchester Global MBA – Get an insider’s view of the programme’s distinctive international learning approach.

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About the Speaker

Prof. Richard Audas, PhD Economist Visiting Research Fellow, AMBS

Richard Audas is a Visiting Research Fellow at the Alliance Manchester Business School and Professor of Health Statistics and Economics in the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University. He is Director of the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Applied Health Research and The Memorial University Statistics Canada Research Data Centre.  His research focuses on empirical studies of policy issues using mixed methods and the use of evidence in decision-making. His teaching spans economics, policy, research methods and knowledge translation. Richard has also holds appointments with Bangor University (UK), Otago University (NZ) and Saint Mary’s University (Canada).  He is also a Senior Research Fellow with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.

Agenda

18:30 - 19:00 Registration

19:00 - 19:10 Opening Remarks

19:10 - 19:50 Workshop Taster

19:50 - 20:10 Q&A

20:10 - 21:00 Manchester Global MBA Info Session & Networking