Automation, management, and the future of work

Thursday 12 December 2024, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

The 21st century’s rapid advancements in automation, robotics, and AI have raised concerns about job losses and worker displacement. Yet, history shows that previous automation, like the adoption of tractors in the early 20th century, did not significantly affect overall employment. This lecture will explore how recent automation impacts the labour market and how these effects may differ from past examples. We will also discuss strategies for mitigating potential negative outcomes.

Speakers: 

Professor Erik Hurst, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Professor Chrisanthi Avgerou, LSE, Discussant 

Professor Noam Yuchtman, LSE / Oxford, Discussant

Chair:

Professor Sarah Ashwin, LSE 

Reigstration Information:

This public event is free and open to all. This event will be a hybrid event, with an in-person audience and an online audience. 

For the in-person event: No ticket or pre-registration is required. Entry is on a first come, first served basis. For any queries see LSE Events FAQ.

For the online event: Registration for this event will open after 10am on Wednesday 21 November. To register for the online event, please click here.