Tungodden Appointed ERC Ambassador
Professor Bertil Tungodden has been selected as Norway’s representative in the new ERC Ambassador Network.
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Joint Nordic Statement to AACSB
Together with 32 other business schools across the Nordic region, NHH has submitted a joint statement to the accreditation body AACSB in response to its recent change to one of its ten guiding principles.
Meet NHH’s New Vice Rectors
Katrine V. Løken (42), Steffen Juranek (43), and Kurt R. Brekke (56) have been appointed as new vice rectors at NHH. ` A young and dynamic dream team´, says incoming rector Helge Thorbjørnsen.
From Grieghallen to the world: CEMS students ready for the next chapter
“Today we are gathered to celebrate a milestone. This moment marks the end of your studies and the start of your life tomorrow.”
Kick-off for NHH’s popular mentorship program
The master students recently had their very first meeting with their mentors, who are ready to share their experiences and help the students find their way into the workforce.
Clearer rules for cheating
The reuse of unpublished work and work that has not yielded results will no longer be considered academic misconduct.
Nearly 60 points for NHH´s new study programme
Historically high level: Applicants with high school diplomas must have 59.6 points to be admitted to NHH's new bachelor's programme in Business, Economics and Data Science.
Touching farewell for the graduates
‘I'm going to miss NHH’, admits Vilde Norheim Ellingsen (26). She was among the 400 graduates that was recently celebrated with a grand ceremony in Grieghallen.
Juranek awarded teaching prize
‘Very motivating’, said Professor Steffen Juranek. He received this year's "Inspirational Teaching Award" and 250.000 NOK.
Among the world's 50 best
The results from two Financial Times sub-rankings were recently released. ‘They show that we have world-class programmes,’ says Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
‘It’s like having my personal assistant’
The majority of young professionals feel confident about AI, new global survey finds. ‘I'm a more efficient student thanks to AI,’ says Kristin Lervik Masana (22).
Record high application numbers at NHH
2,830 applicants have NHH Norwegian School of Economics as their first choice. This is an increase of 30,4 per cent from last year. Stella Løge Nerland (18) hopes she makes the cut.
Why the Financial Times ranking is important for NHH
NHH's master's programme is world-class, according to the Financial Times ranking. In 2023, NHH moved up two places. `Engaged alumni were important for the ranking´, says Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
Talented NHH graduates always in demand
97 per cent of the 2023 graduates are working or continuing their studies – and the salaries are record high, shows NHH survey. Parth Sarna (28) is consultant at EY-Parthenon and Platoon Commander at Bjørn West.
Exploring Gender Perspectives in Economic Research
What does a gender perspective entail in research, and how do NHH researchers use this in their projects? The gender equality seminar on March 14th will provide answers!
‘We need more female entrepreneurs’
Entrepreneur Silje Lindtvedt Fladmoe (27) encourage more women to start their own business. Her advice: ‘Go for it! ‘There will never be a perfect time.’
NHH students happy with their studies
The national Studiebarometeret 2023 survey shows that NHH students are among the most satisfied students in Norway. ‘No doubt that it's an attractive school,’ says Kjersti Nøttum Haaland (23).
Tore Hillestad featured in Forbes
‘Norway is a small country but at NHH Executive we aspire to have an international reach,’ says Director Tore Hillestad.
Changed career at the age of 56
NHH alumna Dagrun Waag Linchausen pursued not one but two careers. Her advice: ‘Just go for it!’
Five things we need to do to close the gender wage gap
‘Firms and universities must take diversity and inclusion seriously. Many already do, but there is still room for progress,’ says NHH Professor Astrid Kunze to Authority Magazine.
Among Europe’s 50 best
NHH Norwegian School of Economics is ranked as number 45 on the Financial Times’ overall ranking, same as last year.
Our student ambassadors share their best advice
They are ready to answer all your questions on student life and how it is to live in Bergen. Get to know them better – and find out what they like the best about NHH.
Honored NHH Professor Thorolf Rafto
Recently NHH had a wreath ceremony in memory of Thorolf Rafto and his work for human rights. Defense for Children International participated on behalf of Rafto Prize winner DCIP.
‘Need for change in structure’
Madeleine Bjørnestad Røed welcomes more female investors. She believes that many of today’s leaders, who are often men, may hamper women’s career opportunities by adhering to established structures. Røed is NHH Alumni of the Year in 2023.
From Caribbean to Western Norway
Shania Marcella Kalpee (27) from Trinidad and Tobago is living her best life in Norway. ‘The beauty of the city Bergen took me by surprise.’
NHH’s shipping expert Strandenes awarded Onassis Prize
Siri Pettersen Strandenes is awarded the Onassis Prize for her research work in shipping. ‘I hope this will inspire the next generation of young, talented women,’ Professor Emerita Strandenes says.
NHH has world-class EMBA specialisations
The Financial Times has ranked the world's 100 best EMBA programmes. ‘It consolidates NHH’s position as a leading international business school,’ says NHH Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
Increased focus on asset management
Professor Trond M. Døskeland will increase knowledge of asset management and private equity funds through an endowed professorship from Argentum.
NHH advances two places on FT ranking
The Norwegian School of Economics has a world-class full-time master's programme, according to the Financial Times’s latest rankings.
Norway´s outspoken football president to NHH
Football president Lise Klaveness became world famous after her Qatar speech in 2022, when she criticized the powerful FIFA organization. She is this year's Lehmkuhl lecturer at NHH on Wednesday 4 October.
NHH’s first Rafto Professor in Human Rights
Professor Caroline Flammer is NHH’s new Visiting Professor in Business and Human Rights. Flammer holds the Thorolf Rafto Memorial Lecture 5 September.
NHH student interviewed for Forbes
Benjamin Haldorsen (24) from Bergen is combing his bachelor's studies with chess. ‘Having a foot in the worlds of both business and sports has given me several exciting opportunities,’ he says to Forbes.
Started restaurant at age 18 – now strawberry entrepreneur
NHH student Erik Tien Huynh (22) talked to about 50 farmers to gain access to land. Now he has 15 employees and expects an excellent summer season. ‘The goal is to sell several tonnes of berries.’
At the cabin when the news struck
NHH alumnus Fredrik Thomassen manages 700 employees in the Silicon Valley company Superside. When he visited NHH, he talked about what happened when their bank First Republic Bank collapsed.
Chose start-up over consultancy
Mari Larsen Sæther (26) have a mother who happily remove rubbish from the street and a father who taught her to repair rather than buy new things. Now she is a business developer at the waste technology company Carrot.
NHH celebrates renewed funding for ENGAGE.EU
‘This support enables us to continue our important work, driving collaboration and innovation among European educational institutions,’ says NHH Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
NHH launches new bachelor's program in technology and business
The Norwegian School of Economics is establishing the bachelor's programme BSc in Business, Economics and Data Science from the autumn of 2024.
Goodbye for now
It is time to say goodbye to some of our student ambassadors. Read what they will miss from NHH, and the best advice they have ever received.
World-class in-house programmes
NHH Executive and AFF can boast a record-high ranking on the Financial Times sub-ranking, advancing two places from last year.
Four faculty members promoted to full professor
Malin Arve, Steffen Juranek, Eirik Sjåholm Knudsen and Vincent Somville have been promoted to full professor at NHH Norwegian School of Economics.
‘This is for the next generation of economists and leaders'
Isabella and Henrik Müller-Hansen are donating a total of NOK 1.25 million to an annual award that goes to NHH researchers who demonstrate extraordinary effort in teaching.
78 per cent find green living difficult
Youngsters want to live climate-friendly, but are not willing to give up holiday flights, shows study from NHH and UiB.
Among NHH’s Northernmost students
Marte Johansen Rognli (23) from Alta hardly knew anyone when she moved to Bergen – the city between the seven mountains. Now she wants to learn more about finance, by taking one of NHH’s nine specialisations.
98 per cent have a relevant job
The coronavirus pandemic did not put a damper on NHH students’ careers, according to a new survey. ‘Always a demand for talented business graduates.’
NHH AT THE TOP
For the fourth year in a row, the Norwegian School of Economics has the country’s most popular study programmes: 2,170 applicants have NHH as their first choice. ‘A rock-solid education for the labour market of the future,’ says Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
A new workshops series to promote research by women at NHH
`We need to increase the awareness of the research contributions made by women at NHH ´, Associate Professor and Vice Rector for research Malin Arve says.
Got a job in London while being a NHH student
‘Technological and economics skills are becoming more important than ever,’ says former NHH student, Aelon Nicolson. He is now working as a Global Data Specialist at Bloomberg in London.
NHH graduates have never been so in demand
Vilde Glesnes (24) completed her master's degree during the pandemic and was offered a job while she was still a student. The same is true for most of the people with whom she studied.
NHH SYMPOSIUM 2023: WE WANT TO CHALLENGE
This year's NHH Symposium asks how we will shape Norway's future over the next seven years. ‘Our ambition is to point out the possibilities,’ says programme executive Harald Sollohub Stensaker.
NHH STUDENTS ARE SATISFIED WITH THEIR STUDIES
The latest study Barometer survey shows that NHH scores particularly well when it comes to relevance to working life. ‘Our students are among the most satisfied in Norway,’ says Vice Rector Stig Tenold.
`A day to celebrate what has been achieved by and for women´
`During my career I have met other women who are passionate about what they do, and they have fun doing so. They have made me want to be like them´, Associate Professor at NHH, Malin Arve says.
Say hello to Dino!
Dinogen Uruthiran (23) is the leader of what is perhaps Norway's most active student association. His advice to new students: ‘Do what keeps you motivated.’
Tesla triumphs
The electric car giant excels in the Norwegian Innovation Index 2022. ‘Tesla has turned the car industry upside down,’ says NHH Professor Tor W. Andreassen.
New course in finance emphasises motivation
‘We want to contribute to more NHH students gaining competence and practical experience within the Norwegian asset management environment,’ says NHH's Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
Løken leads new expert group
NHH professor Katrine V. Løken will lead an expert group that will look at how kindergartens, schools and day care facilities for schoolchildren (SFO) can contribute to equalizing social differences.
‘THE EXTRA EFFORT HAS REALLY PAID OFF’
Mina Henni Røhme (25) and Ina Lisa Tobiassen (24) received the award for best master’s thesis in 2022 at the Department of Economics.
Say hi to our international student ambassadors
No matter the questions, our international student ambassadors can answer them. Get to know them better and find out what is their best NHH memory.
Among Europe’s best business schools
NHH is ranked as number 45 on the Financial Times’ overall ranking and has thus climbed ten places compared with last year's ranking.
Learning from each other's crisis management
Don't fear doomsday, but invest in innovation before a crisis hits, says Professor Bram Timmermans. Handling external shocks was the topic when NHH and Telenor invited to "The HUB Summit".
PRAISED FOR HIS OPENNESS
Lars Erik Lund, Veidekke's Executive Vice President for Strategy and Sustainability, is NHH Alumni of the Year. He received the award during the alumni conference in Oslo.
CEMS report: Leading for the future of our planet
The environment is the single greatest concern facing business leaders, according to a new CEMS report.
NHH has Norway's best master's in FT ranking
NHH has the country's best full-time master's programme in economics and business administration and is the only Norwegian business school in the latest Financial Times ranking.
‘IMPRESSED BY THE MATURITY’
During Welcome Week at NHH, the new bachelor students met mentors from the business community. Many of the students greatly impressed the mentors during the case work.
Took a new approach to teaching – received award
NHH lecturers and statisticians Geir Drage Berentsen and Håkon Otneim employed a new approach to teaching during the pandemic. They’ve now received the Inspirational Teaching Award and the sum of NOK 250,000 to share between them.
Chief Economist at Microsoft holding a lecture on cryptocurrency
Chief Economist and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft Michael Schwarz visits NHH this week. In this open lecture, Schwarz will talk about cryptocurrency demand and valuation.
Løken and Gooderham RECEIVED RESEARCH AWARDS
The prestigious awards Ingvar Wedervang Young Researcher Award and The Honour Award for Excellent Research were given to Katrine V. Løken and Paul N. Gooderham.
Competition specialists meeting at Beccle conference
Professor of law and competition expert Pinar Akman delivered the first keynote speech at the annual BECCLE conference on competition policy.
NHH Earns AACSB International Accreditation
NHH Norwegian School of Economics has earned AACSB business accreditation. `We congratulate NHH and Rector Øystein Thøgersen on earning accreditation, and applaud the entire NHH team´, said Stephanie M. Bryant at AACSB.
MOST POPULAR THree YEARs IN A ROW
For a third year in a row, NHH's study program is the country´s most popular. 2 073 applicants have NHH as their first choice. – I am greatly satisfied, says rector Øystein Thøgersen.
Van Reenen gives the 2022 Sandmo Lecture
LSE-professor John Van Reenen gives The Sandmo Lecture On Public Policy on Friday 29 April. Title of his lecture: "Inequality and Superstar Firms"
Aiming for world-class in natural wine
Real estate developer and vineyard owner Vlado Magula from Slovakia makes a short stop at the school that gave him confidence to follow his dream and go into quality wines based on local grapes in Slovakia.
NHH candidates walk straight into relevant employment
Very strong labour market for NHH candidates: More than 97 per cent of graduates were in employment or continuing their studies after completing their master’s degree. The median income also rose substantially.
Mohammed Mardan new NHH PROFESSOR
Mohammed Mardan has been promoted to professor in the field of Business Economics.
Statement of ENGAGE.EU on the War in Ukraine
The European University ENGAGE.EU takes a stand on the war in Ukraine:
THE WAR IN UKRAINE
- Our thoughts go to the Ukrainian people, says Rector Øystein Thøgersen. He says that NHH does not have any students on exchange this semester in Ukraine or Russia.
Several public newcomers to the Norwegian Innovation Index
IKEA leads the Commercial Innovation Index for the sixth year in a row, while NRK, Posten and the Norwegian Tax Administration are among the newcomers on the top lists.
How to learn from others while working from home
Many fear that a hybrid workplace will damage their ability to learn from colleagues. Here are ten tips from the CEMS alliance on how to learn more effectively from the home office.
Has the most popular study programme in Norway
‘Our applicants know that we offer a future-oriented education,’ says NHH Rector Øystein Thøgersen. He is looking forward to the start of the semester in August.
Building a career in Germany
Natalie Milde (29) secured a position in Berlin after completing the Innovation School. ‘An increasing number of students want to work abroad,’ says Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Stig Tenold.
Won national master’s award
Embla Jansen and Stine-Mari Stavik won the ISACA Norway Chapter's award for best master's thesis. They have examined how the share market reacted to 42 of the world’s biggest cyberattacks.
Among the best business schools in Europe
NHH is ranked as number 55 on the Financial Times’ overall ranking, and has thus climbed seven places compared with last year's ranking.
"Tallskalle" coming to the UK and US
‘It is not surprising that the US market in particular is interested in a book about the hidden power of numbers,’ says NHH professor Helge Thorbjørnsen.
Norwegian infant mortality no longer dependent on income
Differences in infant mortality between rich and poor Norwegians have never been less pronounced than they are now, new NHH study reveals.
Meet our international student ambassadors
Three international students are now ready to answer all your questions on student life at NHH. Get to know them better and why they chose NHH.
'Sustainability is the key challenge'
Environmental challenges overtakes technological advancement as the biggest challenge leaders will face, shows a new CEMS study. 'I am not surprised,' says Associate Professor Tina Saebi.
Thousands are using the Curipod platform
NHH graduate Jens Aarre Seip wants to lower the threshold for asking questions during lectures. Now, the start-up has secured agreements with 11 Norwegian educational institutions, including NHH.
You can now chat with NHH students
Are you curious about what being an NHH student is really like? Recently NHH started using a new chatting and blogging tool.
NHH to strengthen its international collaboration
An international alliance of leading educational institutions in Europe will cooperate to address the major societal challenges of our time. 'This is an important project for NHH,' says Rector Øystein Thøgersen.
The pandemic is changing how we make new contacts
According to the international network CEMS, being more personal and showing a greater interest in other people’s lives is now order of the day. ‘Don’t be afraid to show toys lying around,’ says a researcher at NHH.
Stronger focus on student consultants
The number of student consultants in SEB incubator has increased from four to 16 over the past year. While SEB provides local, professional advice, the NHH students provide free consultancy services.
NØSTBAKKEN APPOINTED HEAD OF NEW AQUACULTURE COMMITTEE
The new committee will look at licences in the aquaculture industry. Research director and adjunct professor Linda Nøstbakken will chair the committee.
NHH among the 100 best in the world
The Master's degree programme at NHH is the best in the country, according to a new ranking.
NICOLAI TANGEN holds THE LEHMKUHL LECTURE
Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), holds this year's Lehmkuhl Lecture at NHH on 28 October.
A new research and learning center for better results
Each year huge sums are invested in development programmes, but how effective are they? The Development Learning Lab aims to answer this.
`ESG reporting must be transparent and honest´
ESG reporting is crucial, in order to make real progress towards a sustainable future. Hussnain Bashir and Ibrahim Pelja are therefore starting a new master´s course. `The most important element of the course being that companies need to be transparent and honest´, Bashir says.
THREE PROFESSOR PROMOTIONS
Sissel Jensen at the Department of Economics has been promoted to full professor at NHH. Ivar Kolstad at the Department of Accounting, Auditing and Law and Walter Pohl at the Department of Finance have also been promoted from associate professor to professor this spring.
From Sparebanken Vest to NHH
Bjørg Marit Eknes (52) will be Director Organisation and Governance at NHH. She comes from the position as Director of Strategic Alliances in Sparebanken Vest.
NHH has the most popular programme in Norway
NHH Norwegian School of Economics sets another new application record this spring. 2 221 applicants had the Siviløkonom programme (Bachelor and Master) as their number one choice, which makes this education the most popular in the country.
CEMS students met at Nordic Forum
Last week, 110 CEMS students joined The CEMS Nordic Forum. The student conference, hosted by NHH Norwegian School of Economics, gathered highly motivated local and international students.
Stolpestad is the new leader of the Student Association
In January, 22-year-old Stine Stolpestad took over as the leader of NHHS. She wants to make it an even more inclusive student association.