London Business School Prepares to Tackle Six Global Challenges in The Second Sixty

London, UK - As London Business School (LBS) marks its 60th anniversary, the school's community is gearing up to tackle six significant global challenges facing businesses and society in the next sixty years. LBS has identified key areas where leaders can prepare for the future and make a positive impact on the world.

Over the past decade, business leaders have faced unprecedented changes due to technological advancements, shifting consumer demands, climate crises, and global uncertainty. To thrive in this uncertain environment, organizations must be innovative, agile, and committed to sustainability. That's why LBS is dedicated to exploring six critical areas of focus:

Sustaining Business Growth Amidst Climate Crisis: Businesses will need to balance growth with the demands of a rapidly changing climate and resource challenges.

Harnessing Global Tech Transformation for Sustainable Equity: With generative AI emerging as a game-changer, leaders must focus on cultivating new business models that harness technological advancements.

Adapting Careers in an Aging Labour Market and Automation Era: As automation and AI reshape career paths and skillsets, businesses must support reskilling initiatives, equitable employment policies, and flexible work arrangements.

Navigating Global Economic and Political Instability: Geopolitical uncertainty is a growing concern, with business leaders facing risks to global economies and financial systems.

Cultivating Ethical Leadership for Trust in the Global Workplace: Building relationships between leadership and employees will be key to thriving in complex environments.

Driving Innovation and Agility for Survival: With fluctuating markets and uncertain conditions, organizations must develop resilience into their foundations to respond proactively to disruptions.

At LBS, the community is committed to exploring these challenges, identifying practical solutions, and sharing knowledge to help leaders thrive in The Second Sixty.