📍 Desautels Hall
🏢 Hosted by Rotman School of Management
Rotman School of Management is hosting Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu for an in-person talk on ‘What Happened to Liberal Democracy?’ on September 29, 2026 at Desautels Hall. Acemoglu, a renowned economist and Nobel Prize winner, will discuss political economy and the state of democratic institutions. This is part of Rotman’s distinguished speaker series featuring internationally recognized experts in economics and policy.
Event details
- Format: In-person event at Desautels Hall
- Registration: Registration required through the Rotman Events portal
Why it’s worth going
Hearing from a Nobel Laureate economist like Daron Acemoglu provides finance and accounting students with critical insights into how political and economic institutions shape business environments and markets. Understanding the intersection of economics, policy, and democratic institutions is increasingly important for students who will be making financial decisions in a complex global landscape. This is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the world’s leading economic thinkers on topics that directly impact business strategy and risk assessment.
Going in prepared
Register early through the provided link as this high-profile event with a Nobel Laureate is likely to fill quickly. Arrive at Desautels Hall at least 15 minutes before the 5:30 p.m. start time to secure good seating and to network with fellow attendees. Familiarize yourself with Acemoglu’s recent work on economic institutions and democracy to better understand the context of his talk. Prepare thoughtful questions that connect political economy to financial markets or business strategy.
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Posted September 17, 2026