Unlocking social mobility: new Opportunities for business and policy

An insightful workshop on the economics of social mobility, where academics, business leaders, and policymakers converge to explore strategies that enhance upward economic movement in society.

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the details

This event will delve into the barriers to social mobility, the role of education and employment opportunities, and the impact of economic policies on various demographics.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how targeted interventions and innovative business practices can drive equitable economic growth and foster a more inclusive society.

Engage in thought-provoking discussions, collaborative sessions, and networking opportunities to help shape the future of social mobility.

Location: Mansfield College, Oxford

Date: Monday 17 March 2025

Time: 09:30 – 18:00

Cost: £100

We are committed to making the Unlocking Social Mobility Day accessible to all. If you would like to join us but feel the ticket price is a barrier, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at oubep@economics.ox.ac.uk — we’d be happy to discuss options to support your participation

More information, speakers, and timetable to follow soon…..

Part of the annual OUBEP Economics of Diversity Series, the 2025 seminar Unlocking Social Mobility: New Opportunities for Business and Policy continues our commitment to exploring critical economic dimensions of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. This series unites academics, business leaders, and policymakers to share insights and shape impactful EDI strategies.

the history

The history of OUBEP is in many ways the history of changing social attitudes towards business in Britain over the past 70 years.

OUBEP was founded by a group of business leaders during the period following the Second World War – a time of immense political, economic and societal change – “…to bring the ‘leaders of tomorrow’ from the public and private sectors together, to better understand modern economic thinking, and therefore the bigger picture in which they would one day operate.”

Over the last 70 years, OUBEP has evolved and adapted to meet the requirements of the modern world. However, to this day it maintains its foundational intent to bring together a gathering of bright minds to better understand and discuss the impact of the global economy, and to ultimately benefit business and society.