IUM Expert Interview – Prof. Lilian Ng on the Future of Finance, Skills, and Biodiversity

In Part 2 of our conversation with Prof. Lilian Ng, Professor of Finance and Scotiabank Chair in International Finance, we dive deeper into the skills, mindsets, and responsibilities shaping the next generation of finance leaders.

Building on her pioneering work at the intersection of biodiversity and financial markets, Prof. Ng discusses why biodiversity is no longer a niche topic but a core element of financial risk, opportunity, and long-term value creation. Her insights offer students and professionals a clear view of how sustainability is reshaping the industry, and how to prepare for it.

In this episode, she answers:
🌿 Why biodiversity-related risks and opportunities should matter to business schools and finance students
🌿 The essential skills and knowledge future finance professionals will need in a sustainability-driven financial landscape
🌿 How students from any discipline can make meaningful contributions to biodiversity protection
🌿 Her single most important piece of advice for those pursuing careers at the intersection of finance and sustainability

Whether you’re studying finance, business, or another field entirely, Prof. Ng’s guidance highlights the growing responsibility, and opportunity for young professionals to drive positive environmental and economic impact.

Watch Part 2 to discover how you can prepare for a more sustainable future in finance.