In an era of global uncertainty and rapid change, businesses are shifting focus from short-term gains to long-term resilience and value creation. Sustainability—spanning environmental responsibility, social impact, and governance—is increasingly integrated into core strategy, alongside digital transformation and organisational change. On August 10, the University of Manchester China Centre hosts an MBA Alumni Panel Discussion exploring how strategic planning supports business transformation. Manchester MBA alumni and recruitment officers will discuss real-world applications of sustainable strategy, share their career journeys, and compare the Global Part-time MBA and Full-time MBA programmes to help prospective students understand the key features and flexibility of each option.