Stockholm School of Economics

When startups grow quickly, women are less likely to be hired or appointed to management roles. Data from 31k+ Swedish startups suggests time pressure leads to biased instincts, unless founders have solid HR training. Read more:
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SSE is joining forces with the Public Health Agency of Sweden to improve student wellbeing nationwide. Our Center for Wellbeing, Welfare and Happiness will contribute research, methods, and education to help universities create conditions where students thrive. https://tinyurl.com/5d7fftmy

In Sweden, young adults feel most dissatisfied while the oldest thrive Young adults in Sweden feel significantly worse than older people in almost all areas of life. While older Swedes rank among the happiest in the world, young adults struggle with loneliness and psychological distress. These are the findings of a new large-scale study on flourishing in Sweden, publis...

In Sweden, young adults report the lowest wellbeing – while the oldest thrive. New research from SSE highlights stark generational gaps in life satisfaction, mental health and meaning.

Great power rivalry is reshaping global supply chains, new study shows Rising tensions between the US and China are changing how companies design global supply chains in strategic industries such as semiconductors and rare earths. New research shows firms are no longer just reacting to trade rules – they are proactively redesigning supply chains to reduce political r...

Rising geopolitical tensions affect how companies design global supply chains. Firms proactively redesign supply chains to reduce political risk & secure access to critical technologyhttps://www.hhs.se/en/about-us/news/sse/2026/great-power-rivalry-is-reshaping-global-supply-chains-new-study-shows/

👋 Join the launch of the new Center for Migration and Integration Research at @sthlmschoolofecon.bsky.social on January 29! With me, @linlerpold.bsky.social, @lisapelling.bsky.social, and many more! forms.office.com/pages/respon...

Interested in our PhD programs in Business Administration, Economics or Finance? We're fast approaching the application deadline for the 2026 intake.

Deadline:

🗓️ January 15, 2026 | 23:59 CET www.hhs.se/en/education...

Meet SSE's two new CIVICA Ambassadors, Estrid and Simon As CIVICA Ambassadors, Estrid Kaarme and Simon Warne aim to create engagement among students for current European civic issues: "AI and its impact on democracies is a particularly important matter right now."

Curious about @civica.bsky.social ? Meet SSE's two new CIVICA Student Ambassadors and read about their work: https://www.hhs.se/en/about-us/news/sse/2025/civica-ambassadors-2025/

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Join our Finance Department! We have openings for several tenure-track Assistant Professor positions with the Swedish House of Finance.

Application deadline: November 15, 2025
Apply here: http://bit.ly/4oIGjLM

“We can’t take growth for granted. We need openness to new ideas and people who can turn new knowledge into practice," reflects Professor Anna Dreber Almenberg, a member of the Committee for the Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel. #nobelprize #economicshttps://tinyurl.com/5f9hpw83

Martina Björkman Nyqvist appointed to Sida’s board The Swedish government has appointed Martina Björkman Nyqvist, professor of economics at the Stockholm School of Economics and Executive Director of Misum, as a new member of the board of Sida. She br...

Congratulations to Professor Martina Björkman Nyqvist on her appointment to the board of @sidasweden.bsky.social – the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency. Her research helps ensure that aid is directed to where it makes the biggest difference.

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Accounting isn’t just about spreadsheets. It shapes business, policy and society. That’s the idea behind Numbers Talk, a new podcast from SSE's Department of Accounting.

👉 The first episode is out now: Johan Graaf on the rise of investor relations. #accounting https://tinyurl.com/y77nspem

Threats to research – and the scientific breakthroughs - Nobel Prize Museum We are living in challenging times, and research is no exception. Academic freedom is being restricted in many parts of the world. Groundbreaking discoveries that could benefit humanity risk being delayed—or never happening at all. Nobel Prize Museum

Research needs freedom — to ask hard questions, test new ideas, and share results. But today that freedom is under pressure. Welcome to an important conversation about how we can safeguard science in a troubled world. https://tinyurl.com/ysxudtsd

Nobel Calling Stockholm - Nobel Prize Museum Nobel Calling Stockholm Celebrate this year’s Nobel Prizes Nobel Calling Stockholm is ten days full of activities in the city of Stockholm in connection

Nobel Calling is back! As new Nobel Prizes are announced, Stockholm turns into a meeting place for science and society. This year we’re joining for the first time – with conversations on the economy, health, AI and access to knowledge. #nobelcallingstockholm #nobel https://tinyurl.com/55vdps9b

Staffan Holmberg appointed Executive Director of SSE’s Center for Security and Resilience The Center for Security and Resilience (CfSR) at the Stockholm School of Economics has appointed Staffan Holmberg as its new Executive Director. With a strong background in security work, research, and civic engagement, he will help lead the center’s efforts to strengthen society’s resilience to...

Welcome Staffan Holmberg, new Executive Director of the Center for Security and Resilience! With his background in defense, crisis management and leadership, he will strengthen research and dialogue on #Security #Defense and #Resilience.


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SSE establishes new center for research on migration and integration The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) has been granted over SEK 24 million from the Swedish Migration Agency’s Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF), co-financed by the EU, to establish a new Center for Migration and Integration. The center is headed by Associate Professor Lin Lerpold at...

🚀 SSE launches the Center for Research on Migration and Integration – exploring how policies, business models and working conditions shape integration and social sustainability in Sweden. https://tinyurl.com/n46xytc9 #Migration #Integration #Research

Vacancies to an upcoming Center/Arena for Migration and Integration We are looking for five Post Docs, an Administrative and Financial manager, a Project/Research assistant and a Stakeholders Relations and Communications Coordinator to the upcoming Center/Arena.

Job opportunities at a new center/arena for migration and integration: Five Post Docs, an Administrative and Financial manager, a Project/Research assistant and a Stakeholders Relations and Communications Coordinator. Apply now!

What kind of leaders does the world need now?

On the podcast Corporate Unplugged, SSE President Lars Strannegård talks about the future of education, the power of art, and the importance of empathy in #leadership.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7w963kZlU8eZuRQiWgOvmE?si=bf5e43f310e04c5d

SSE joins CIVICA partners to reaffirm commitment to academic freedom, institutional autonomy, and the role of science in democracy in joint statement: civica.eu/news-events/news-blog/detail/joint-statement-from-civica-partners

AI that fits your personality boosts sales meetings by 40 percent, new study shows When a pharmaceutical company introduced a new AI system, sales increased – but only when the system matched the users preferred way of work. Without that adaption, both the number of sales meetings and revenue dropped. These are the findings of a new study from the Stockholm School of Economics.

AI can boost productivity – but only if it fits the person using it. A study from Stockholm School of Economics found that salespeople booked 40 % more meetings when AI tools were adapted to their personality. When the fit was off, performance dropped. https://tinyurl.com/59nrrzee
#AI #FutureOfWork

Saab funds new professorship in total defense management How can Sweden build a stronger defense faster – and smarter? A new professorship at the Stockholm School of Economics will explore how public and private actors can better manage rapid growth in total defense through effective control systems. Professor Kalle Kraus will be the holder of the Saab ...

Sweden is increasing defence spending by SEK 300B. A new SSE professorship, funded by Saab, will explore how smarter control systems can help scale faster – and better. #defense #security

https://www.hhs.se/en/about-us/news/sse/2025/saab-funds-new-professorship-in-total-defense-management/

Handelshögskolan and Handelsbanken back free academic research in a changing world While recruitment freezes and shrinking research budgets are hitting universities hard in the U.S., there are signs of hope in Sweden. With new support for fundamental research in economics, Handelsbanken is stepping up as one of the most important funders of the Stockholm School of Economics – an...

While U.S. universities cut back, Sweden invests. With increased support from Handelsbanken, SSE adds 7 assistant professorships, a new research center, and appoints top economist Magnus Johannesson. #research #academicfreedom
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💡 New study: Romania's green steel ambitions could hinge on hydrogen sourcing. On-site hydrogen production would make #greensteel competitive, while external supply requires a 15 % premium to avoid billions in losses, findings show.
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New center to strengthen Sweden’s security and resilience War in Europe, cyberattacks, and disruptions in global supply chains – recent events have made it clear how vulnerable our society is and how crucial it is to build resilience. To meet this challenge, the Stockholm School of Economics is launching the Center for Security and Resilience, focusing o...

War in Europe, cyberattacks, supply chain disruptions – recent crises show how vulnerable our society is. To help meet these challenges, SSE is launching the Center for Security and Resilience, focusing on how open societies can stay strong in uncertain times. https://tinyurl.com/yj8bz9bc

Bhutan and Sweden join forces to redefine progress and growth Can happiness be a foundation for national development? The Center for Wellbeing, Welfare and Happiness (CWWH) and Bhutan's Royal Institute for Governmental Strategy and Studies are collaborating to explore how wellbeing can drive productivity and prosperity.

Can happiness be a foundation for national development? The Center for Wellbeing, Welfare and Happiness (CWWH) and Bhutan's Royal Institute for Governmental Strategy and Studies are collaborating to explore how wellbeing can drive productivity and prosperity. https://tinyurl.com/y8j4jxcv

New professorship and research center to explore the role of markets in a changing society Markets don’t just drive the economy – they shape our society. As long-held truths are challenged and new systems take form, we need a deeper understanding of what markets are, how they work, and what they should deliver. With support from the Handelsbanken Research Foundations, the Stockholm Sc...

Markets don’t just drive economies, they shape how we live and what we value. We're now launching the Center for Philosophies of Markets, led by Hans Kjellberg, with support from Handelsbanken Research Foundations, to explore what markets are and what they could be.
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New research project to examine how sustainability impacts profitability Which sustainability efforts actually improve business performance? A new research project from the House of Innovation at the Stockholm School of Economics, in collaboration with sustainability tech company Position Green, aims to find out. By analyzing data from over 750 companies, the research pr...

Which sustainability efforts actually improve business performance?
A new research project from SSE and Position Green is analyzing data from 750+ companies to find out how emissions, diversity, and working conditions relate to margins, risk, and returns. #sustainabilityhttps://tinyurl.com/3bwekup6

Roberto Verganti appointed first Josefsson Family Chair in Art and Innovation The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) strengthens its leadership in the intersection of art, business, and innovation with the appointment of Roberto Verganti as the first Josefsson Family Chair in ...

Congratulations to Roberto Verganti, the first Josefsson Family Chair in Art and Innovation at SSE.

His research explores how art can help leaders navigate complexity – not just by solving problems, but by creating meaning in uncertain times.

#innovation #leadership #arts

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Sweden remains the world's fourth happiest country – and it affects us more than we think - hhs.se - Stockholm School of Economics Today is the International Day of Happiness, a UN initiative to highlight the importance of well-being. It’s also the day the World Happiness Report is released – the global ranking of the happiest co...

Sweden holds its place at the top at the #WorldHappinessRanking securing fourth place out of 147 nations, just behind our Nordic neighbours Finland, Denmark, and Iceland. But what does this ranking actually mean for Swedes? And why is it something to celebrate? #happiness

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Op ed: "Academic freedom in the U.S. is a thing of the past" Academic freedom in the U.S. is under siege, with funding cuts and political interference threatening research. As top scholars look abroad, Sweden has a chance to defend academic independence – and a...

Academic freedom in the U.S. is under siege, with funding cuts and political interference threatening research. As top scholars look abroad, Sweden has a chance to defend academic independence – and attract world-class talent, SSE President Lars Strannegård argues. www.hhs.se/en/about-us/...

SSE Business Lab skyrockets in new FT ranking: Only Nordic incubator in Europe’s top 10 SSE Business Lab climbs an impressive 18 spots compared to last year in the Financial Time's 2025 ranking of Europe's leading startup hubs. Ranked at number 8 out of 150, it's the sole Nordic incubato...

SSE can now boast having one of the top 10 startup incubators in Europe, in addition to the best one in Sweden. SSE Business Lab is the only Nordic hub to get a top spot in the prestigious ranking, after climbing 18 places since last year #startup #incubator

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