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Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu on ‘What Happened to Liberal Democracy?’

📅 Monday, September 29, 2026, 5:30–6:30 p.m. ET
📍 Desautels Hall, Toronto
🏢 Hosted by Rotman School of Management

Rotman School of Management is hosting Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu for a talk examining the state of liberal democracy. The in-person event will take place at Desautels Hall on the University of Toronto campus. Acemoglu is a renowned economist whose work has earned him the Nobel Prize, making this a rare opportunity to hear from a leading economic thinker.

Event details

  • Registration: Available through the Rotman community events portal

Why it’s worth going

For finance and accounting students, understanding the political and institutional frameworks that shape markets is essential for evaluating investment climates and regulatory risk. Acemoglu’s research on institutions, economic development, and political economy directly informs how businesses operate across different governance systems. Hearing from a Nobel Laureate provides insight into the economic thinking that influences policy makers and market analysts worldwide.

Going in prepared

Arrive at Desautels Hall by 5:30 p.m. to secure seating for this high-profile speaker. The one-hour format likely includes a presentation followed by limited Q&A time, so if you hope to ask a question, prepare it in advance and focus on topics connecting political economy to business and finance. Complete your registration through the community portal ahead of time, as events featuring Nobel Laureates often fill quickly.

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Posted September 14, 2026