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What does it take to earn the confidence of a boardroom?For delegates of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026, that que...
25/09/2026

What does it take to earn the confidence of a boardroom?
For delegates of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026, that question was put to the test on the final day of the programme.

After three days of learning, discussion and reflection, delegates stepped into a boardroom simulation designed to bring everything together. Working in teams, they tackled a complex business case, analysed competing priorities, challenged assumptions, refined recommendations and prepared to present under pressure.

The objective was never simply to find the right answer.
It was to think strategically, communicate with clarity, influence decision-making and defend recommendations that could withstand board-level scrutiny.

The culmination of this journey saw teams present their recommendations to a distinguished assessment panel comprising Tunku Mahmood Fawzy Tunku Muhiyiddin, Emelia Matrahah, Low Chee Yen and Geoff King, facilitated by Thivanka Rangala and Venkkat Ramanan. The panel rigorously challenged their thinking, tested assumptions and provided candid feedback, creating an experience that closely reflected the realities of engaging senior leadership and boards.

The day also featured an Asia strategic outlook from Dr Noel Tagoe, providing delegates with broader perspectives on the trends and forces shaping the future of business, finance and leadership across the region.

Most importantly, the final presentations marked the culmination of an intensive four-day journey. A journey that challenged delegates to think beyond technical expertise, strengthen their judgement, sharpen their communication and develop the confidence to lead with influence.

Congratulations to all delegates on successfully completing the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026.
The programme may have concluded, but the leadership journey is only just beginning.

If AI can support finance decisions in seconds, what makes the finance leader indispensable?That question sat at the hea...
25/09/2026

If AI can support finance decisions in seconds, what makes the finance leader indispensable?
That question sat at the heart of Day 3 of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026.

As technology continues to reshape the profession, the discussion was never about whether AI will change finance. It already has. The real question is how finance leaders create value in a world where information is increasingly available to everyone.

The day opened with Dr Noel Tagoe FCMA, CGMA, who took delegates through a live business case exploring where AI can enhance decision-making and where human judgement remains essential.
That conversation continued in an Executive Dialogue moderated by Jeremy Ang, with JiaYing Lee, Syed Ahmad Taufik Albar FCMA, CGMA and Ts. Shahril Ridzauddin Mohd Mokhtar sharing how leaders are using technology not as a replacement for expertise, but as a catalyst for better, faster and more informed decisions.

One message became clear:
The future isn't AI versus finance leaders. It's AI and finance leaders, each bringing different strengths to the decision-making process.

The afternoon then shifted to another capability that remains uniquely human.
Azran Osman-Rani demonstrated why even the most robust analysis can fail to gain traction if leaders cannot communicate it effectively. Through storytelling, influence and executive presence, insight becomes understanding, and understanding becomes action.

The lesson from Day 3 was both simple and powerful:
Technology can generate information. AI can accelerate analysis. But leadership still depends on judgement, clarity and the ability to tell the story behind the numbers.

The most effective finance leaders of the future will not be those who compete with technology. They will be those who combine technology, data and human insight to make better decisions and inspire action.

Three days down. One more to go.

Day 2 of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026 focused on one of the most important leadership capabilities: strategic j...
23/09/2026

Day 2 of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026 focused on one of the most important leadership capabilities: strategic judgement.

In today's world, leaders are rarely presented with perfect information. Markets shift, priorities compete, and uncertainty is often the only constant. The real challenge is not having all the answers. It's making sound decisions when not all the answers are available.

The day opened with an insightful executive panel on navigating strategic uncertainty, moderated by Ibrahim Sani FCMA, CGMA, with Zeid Abdul Razak and Farzlina Ahmad Murad sharing their experiences of leading through ambiguity, balancing competing priorities and making decisions when the path forward isn't always clear.
One message resonated throughout the discussion:
Judgement isn't about having all the answers. It's about knowing how to act with confidence when you don't.

The afternoon shifted from insight to application.
Following a briefing by Thivanka Rangala FCMA, CGMA and Venkkat Ramanan FCMA, CGMA, delegates were tasked with tackling a complex business case designed to test their strategic thinking, collaboration and leadership under pressure. Across the room, teams challenged assumptions, debated alternatives and worked together to develop recommendations that they will present to a panel of senior judges later in the week.

We ended the day with an Executive Networking Dinner, creating space for deeper conversations, new connections and the sharing of perspectives across industries, markets and leadership experiences.
What stood out most was the quality of the discussions. The willingness of delegates to challenge ideas, learn from one another and embrace different perspectives is exactly what makes experiences like this so valuable.

After two days, one thing is becoming increasingly clear:
Leadership is not about certainty. It's about judgement, adaptability and the confidence to move forward when the answers are still unfolding.

Two days down. Two more to go.

22/09/2026

We have the numbers. What we didn't have — until now — were the people behind them.

So we sat down with CIMA members across Asia Pacific and asked them a simple question: looking back, what did this qualification actually do for your career?

Their answers weren't textbook. They talked about the promotion they almost didn't go for. The skill that turned out to matter more than they expected. The moment the work finally felt like it was theirs.
To everyone who took part in the survey — thank you. You gave us the data. These members gave it a heartbeat.

Have a watch. I think you'll recognise a bit of your own story in theirs.

Day 1 of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia challenged us to think differently about leader...
22/09/2026

Day 1 of the CGMA Leadership Academy Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia challenged us to think differently about leadership, influence and the future of our profession.

Mark Koziel CPA, CGMA, CEO of the Association, opened the Academy by exploring the forces reshaping the profession and the evolving expectations of finance leaders. His message was a timely reminder that leaders today must navigate uncertainty, technological change, workforce transformation and increasing complexity while continuing to build trust, create value and inspire confidence across their organisations.

Irene Teng then challenged delegates to approach the week with curiosity, openness and a genuine willingness to learn from one another.
Building on those themes, Andrew Harding FCMA CGMA set the context for what leadership and influence look like at the highest levels of an organisation before moderating a candid discussion with Dixon Wong, Yasmin Mohd Ramzi FCMA, CGMA and Chari TVT. The conversation went beyond titles and career journeys to explore the realities of navigating stakeholders, building credibility, influencing decisions and leading through complexity.

One theme resonated throughout the day:
Technical expertise may earn you credibility, but leadership is built on judgment, influence, trust and the ability to bring people with you.

We closed the day with an engaging workshop led by Azran Osman-Rani, reminding us that despite all the advances in technology and AI, leadership remains fundamentally human.

What made the day especially valuable was the openness of the discussions, the candour of the speakers and the willingness of delegates to share perspectives and learn from one another. The energy in the room reflected a profession that is evolving rapidly, and leaders who are committed to evolving with it.

One day down. Three more to go.

Are you ready for IFRS 18?With one of the biggest changes to financial reporting taking effect on 1 January 2027, now is...
03/09/2026

Are you ready for IFRS 18?
With one of the biggest changes to financial reporting taking effect on 1 January 2027, now is the time to prepare for a smooth transition.
Join the AICPA & CIMA Middle East and Pakistan Area Committee for an insightful webinar exploring the key requirements of IFRS 18, implementation challenges, and practical steps to help your organisation get ready with confidence.
Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
Time: 11:00 AM (KSA) | 1:00 PM (PST)
Format: Online Webinar
Registration: The invitation email has been sent to active members. If you are an active member and would like to join, please contact [email protected].

Celebrating the members who make Engage365 APAC communities thrive! Thank you for your time, contributions, and commitme...
03/09/2026

Celebrating the members who make Engage365 APAC communities thrive! Thank you for your time, contributions, and commitment to supporting fellow members and students across the region.

Looking to expand your network, exchange ideas, and engage with CIMA members and students across APAC? Join our communities and be part of the conversation!

APAC Members Community: https://bit.ly/463hxyQ
APAC Students Community: https://bit.ly/4iaohSK

Trust, AI, and the Future of LeadershipAI is transforming the way we work, creating new opportunities to drive insight, ...
21/08/2026

Trust, AI, and the Future of Leadership

AI is transforming the way we work, creating new opportunities to drive insight, innovation, and better decision-making. As technology becomes increasingly powerful, the role of leaders becomes even more important, bringing judgement, accountability, and trust to every decision.

In a conversation with Astro Awani, one of Malaysia's leading news channels, CIMA President Alfred Ramosedi FCMA, CGMA shares his thoughts on how leaders can embrace the opportunities AI presents while ensuring that responsibility, professional judgement, and human oversight remain at the heart of the profession.

Watch the full conversation:
https://bit.ly/3SfXji5

Are you ready for IFRS 18?With one of the biggest changes to financial reporting taking effect on 1 January 2027, now is...
06/08/2026

Are you ready for IFRS 18?
With one of the biggest changes to financial reporting taking effect on 1 January 2027, now is the time to prepare for a smooth transition.
Join the AICPA & CIMA Middle East and Pakistan Area Committee for an insightful webinar exploring the key requirements of IFRS 18, implementation challenges, and practical steps to help your organisation get ready with confidence.

Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
Time: 11:00 AM (KSA) | 1:00 PM (PST)
Format: Online Webinar
Registration:The invitation email has been sent to active members. If you are an active member and would like to join, please contact [email protected].

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