This February, Seedance 2.0, ByteDance’s latest video generation model, was launched just ahead of the Lunar New Year. With its multimodal input capabilities, the ability to generate cinematic 60-second videos, and remarkably coherent narrative logic, it quickly became a focal point in the tech world. AI is continuously reshaping our daily lives—and it is equally driving transformative change in business. Research from leading institutions such as McKinsey & Company and Deloitte shows that over 80% of senior executives believe AI will fundamentally reconstruct business and management models. The real challenge is no longer whether to adopt AI, but whether leaders can elevate both their mindset and capabilities—upgrading AI from a mere tool to a strategic partner, and building future-ready human–AI collaborative teams.

On the afternoon of March 11, we are pleased to invite Professor Wing Lam, who teaches Leading People and Organisations on the Global Part-time MBA at Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester, to deliver an open masterclass titled: “Redefining Leadership: Dancing with Your AI Partner to Guide the Future Team.”

What will you gain from this masterclass?

This masterclass centers on a critical question:In an era where the digital economy and generative AI are fully permeating industries, and where global business and organizational management are undergoing a once-in-a-century paradigm shift—how can we systematically build a high-performing, future-oriented management team?

Drawing on cutting-edge global research and real-world business cases, Professor Wing Lam will share insights on:

• Reconstructing leadership paradigms and frameworks for human–AI collaboration;
• How managers can break free from traditional management inertia and master the underlying logic and practical tools for working alongside AI partners;
• Empowering individuals while anchoring organizational value—transforming from a “conductor” to a “navigator who dances with AI”.

This session is ideal not only for HR leaders and organizational transformation professionals, but also for senior executives driving AI deployment within their organizations, as well as independent consultants and management advisors.

Highlights

• Masterclass Experience: Learn directly from internationally renowned scholars and immerse yourself in the authentic classroom environment of Alliance Manchester Business School.
• Peer Networking Platform: Engage face-to-face with elite professionals from various industries in Yangtze River Delta, spark intellectual exchange, and expand your high-quality professional network.
• Preview of the Manchester Global MBA: Gain an up-close understanding of the programme’s distinctive curriculum, teaching approach, and international learning experience.

Event Details

Time: 14:00 – 16:00, Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Venue: The University of Manchester China Centre, Room 2901, L’Avenue, Changning District, Shanghai

Language: English

Free event | Limited seatsConfirmation details will be sent via email upon successful registration.

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Agenda

13:30 - 14:00 Registration & Networking

14:00 - 14:10 Welcome Remarks

14:10 - 15:00 Masterclass

15:00 - 15:20 Q&A

15:20 - 15:30 Global MBA information session

15:30 - 16:00 Consultation & wrap up