Leadership in a complex world: Discover The Manchester Leadership Development Programme (MLDP)

Leadership today is more demanding than ever.

In fact, a recent survey commissioned by Alliance Manchester Business School uncovered that 73% of UK business leaders say their roles have become more complex since 2020, with pressures ranging from digital transformation and new technologies to economic uncertainty and evolving workplace expectations.

If you’re navigating these challenges and looking to strengthen your leadership capability, join us for a short, interactive 45-minute webinar to explore how the Manchester Leadership Development Programme (MLDP) can support your next stage of professional growth.

As part of the session, attendees will also receive exclusive access to our research report, Navigating Unprecedented Change: How Are UK Business Leaders Responding to New and Varied Challenges?

What to expect

In this practical, insight-led session, you will:

• Gain an overview of the Manchester Leadership Development Programme – who it’s designed for and the key topics covered
• Explore how MLDP helps leaders develop the strategic thinking, resilience and practical tools needed to lead in complex environments
• Learn how optional executive coaching and the CMI Level 7 Award can enhance your leadership impact and career progression
• Discover how the programme supports leaders tackling today’s most pressing challenges – from digital transformation and talent management to building resilient teams
• Receive insights from our new research report on how UK business leaders are navigating unprecedented change
• Find out about upcoming 2026 intake dates and flexible study options
• Ask questions directly to the programme team

Why leadership development matters now

Our upcoming research report reveals just how challenging the current leadership landscape has become:

• 67% of leaders experience work-related stress at least once a week
• 56% say attracting and retaining talent is harder than it was five years ago
• 40% regularly doubt their own judgement at work
• 31% have received no formal leadership training in their current role

The MLDP is designed to help leaders build the confidence, strategic perspective and practical leadership skills needed to navigate this increasingly complex environment.

Who should attend

This webinar is ideal for:

• Managers preparing to take on greater leadership responsibility
• Experienced leaders looking to strengthen their strategic and organisational impact
• HR leaders wanting to invest in developing confident, capable leaders for the future
• Anyone considering the MLDP and looking to learn more before enrolling