Insights & Influence
Explore the latest original thinking, commentary, thought leadership and insights from our academic experts, alumni and guests.
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Alumni Spotlight: How the Manchester MBA Changed My Career in Finance, Tech, and Consulting
An MBA is, in theory, a qualification. In practice, for many of the professionals who pursue it, it becomes something more specific: the decision that ...
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Why Triple Accreditation Matters When Choosing Your MBA: A Singapore Perspective
When most professionals research an MBA, they compare delivery formats, read student reviews, and check rankings. Very few check accreditation. Yet for many senior hiring ...
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How to Get Your Employer to Sponsor Your MBA in Singapore
For many Singapore professionals, the MBA conversation starts and ends the same way. You research the programmes, compare the fees, and quietly decide it is ...
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Is an MBA Worth It for Singapore Professionals in 2026?
The question has never been more pressing or more personal. With artificial intelligence reshaping how businesses operate, Singapore’s government pouring resources into workforce transformation, and ...
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How A Global MBA Education Redefines Leadership Across Industries
The professional world has moved beyond credentials as a passport to success. In today’s world, agile leadership, global exposure and strategic thinking are the new ...
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Banking on a Greener Tomorrow: Sustainable Finance in Southeast Asia
As we look to the future of banking this World Financial Planning Day, it’s clear that the concept of “sustainable banking” has gained significant traction ...
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Digital Technology and Sustainability in Leadership: Navigating the Intersection in the Post-Pandemic Landscape
The seismic shifts triggered by the global pandemic have propelled leadership into uncharted territory, particularly in Southeast Asia.
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Building the skills to lead confidently and competently in an ever-changing business world
Whether you’re stepping into your first managerial role, or a seasoned leader adapting your skillset to match the ever-changing world of work, understanding yourself as ...
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ESG in the Context of COP28
COP28 has produced two significant results that companies globally need to incorporate in their ESG strategies and actions, and their long-term business models. Boosting Climate ...
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Redefining Success: Alumni Stories Unfold, Part 6 of 6 – Ms Wendy Leong
The Manchester Global MBA programme has played a pivotal role in shaping my journey as the Founder and CEO of Mobiva and Veriva Systems. As ...
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Redefining Success: Alumni Stories Unfold, Part 5 of 6 – Mr Eng Chun Mun
I would like to share my journey and the impact of the Manchester Global MBA programme has had on my career. Since completing the programme, ...
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Redefining Success: Alumni Stories Unfold, Part 4 of 6 – Ms Yuki Tan
The Manchester Global MBA programme has indeed been a transformative journey, one that has empowered me to set up a new division for Sime Darby ...