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On Friday November 28th Simen Bø will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
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NHH takes over Drammensveien 44
The functionalist landmark is becoming the permanent base for the NHH community in Oslo.
The Surprising Way First Impressions Can Change at Work
Research on first impressions reveals overlooked aspects of the phenomenon. “For leaders, this is a critical skill,” says NHH researcher Therese Egeland.
Student Entrepreneurs Won 50,000 NOK for Their Tradesman Idea
With an entertaining roleplay performance, this group secured victory in Bergen’s first Innovation Sprint. Now they plan to go all in on making everyday life easier for electricians with AI.
Jens Ulltveit-Moe Alumnus of the Year
This year’s alumnus of the year is now best known for his climate engagement. `A strong willingness to combine business success with social responsibility,´ says NHH’s Director of Communications, Geir Mikalsen.
Alumni Conference 2025: Uncertainty, wealth, and AI
“We’re pushing the limits on subsidies and transfers, and in return we get lots of mountain cabins and renovated homes.”
Balancing Energy Security and Cost in a Renewable Europe
On Wednesday 12 November 2025 Chunzi Qu will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Sparking Success in Switzerland
Aleksandra Kjemhus runs her own AI company in Switzerland. “I’ve always known I wanted to pursue an international career,” she says.
When research makes space in the City Streets
City centers are becoming denser, and online shopping is booming. The result: more freight traffic moving through narrow urban streets. Research from NHH helps public authorities plan better for urban freight transport.
NHH students tackle nature-related risk
CEMS students at NHH got hands-on experience with sustainability when Deloitte hosted a seminar on nature-related risk and business development.
Shipping faces first-ever global carbon fee
This week, the International Maritime Organization votes on a landmark proposal: A global carbon levy on shipping emissions. What will it mean for Norway?
750 Students Choose Applied Analytics at NHH
A record 750 students have enrolled in NHH’s ‘Applied Programming and Data Analysis for Business’, making it the school’s most popular elective course.
Award-Winning NHH Innovation Could Cut Offshore Emissions
NHH students Martin Sollesnes Kleppe (left) and Oliver Karlsen have been awarded the Lehmkuhl Grant for developing a new tool to improve the energy efficiency of supply vessels.
Master’s program at NHH ranked among the world’s best
The CEMS Master in International Management offered at NHH has been ranked fourth in a major international ranking of management master’s programs.
Essays on Ecosystems in Strategy
On Monday 6 October 2025 Nicolas Gibney will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
How NHH Student Knut (23) Ended Up in the Middle of Global Politics
When Donald Trump won the election, NHH student Knut Visdal (23) was thrown into a diplomatic whirlwind. The tasks he was given reeked of high-level politics.
In search of Norway’s best communicator of economics
The Victor D. Norman Communication Prize will be awarded for the second time this year. Last year’s winner was Kalle Moene – who will it be in 2025?
Decisions Under Uncertainty: Fasmer’s Lessons from Finance
Meet the most powerful woman in Norwegian business: Telenor CEO Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer on markets, risk — and leadership when it matters.
NHH wins €4 million EU grant to tackle energy inequality
How can Europe make the green transition fair for everyone? NHH will lead a large international research project to explore the answer.
NHH Rises in FT Ranking
NHH makes a strong advance in Financial Times’ international ranking of master’s programmes, and is now the best in Norway.
NHH involved in innovative teaching projects
What do family businesses and cultural understanding have in common? Both are at the core of two new teaching projects with NHH on board.
Reactive Evacuation Systems for Cruise Vessels
On Tuesday 16 September 2025 Andres Felipe Velez Correa will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Jens Stoltenberg visited NHH: «This gives me energy»
More than 800 people attended Jens Stoltenberg’s mix of showmanship and financial lecture in NHH’s main hall. Almost as many wanted a selfie afterwards.
Large Gap in Consumers’ Knowledge of Grocery Prices
Households can save money by sharpening their price awareness, a new study shows.
We lie for those who are like us
Three experiments with more than 5,000 participants show that people are willing to cheat if it benefits their group — even when they gain nothing themselves.
Three NHH researchers promoted to full Professor
This summer, Floris Zoutman, Ivan Belik, and Geir D. Berentsen were promoted to full Professor at NHH.
She Earned Her MBA Degree at NHH Executive. Now the School Has Received Prestigious Re-accreditation
The EMBA program at NHH Executive receives exclusive quality seal: Re-accredited for three more years by AMBA.
Matriculation: The First Day In a New Era
With wise words from Pippi Longstocking, newly appointed rector Helge Thorbjørnsen welcomed over 500 new NHH students.
Turbulence in Transport: Prices, Power, and Pollution
On Thursday 21 August 2025 Paula Navarro will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
How Context Shapes Economic Decision-Making
On Thursday 28 August 2025 Weijia Wang will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Receives Funding: Will Research Sustainable Elder Care
`The results from this study will help develop care systems—also in Norway,´ says NHH Professor Aline Bütikofer.
New Committee to Review Judicial Salaries and Independence
Associate Professor Iver Bragelien has been appointed as a member of a new committee established by the Presidium of the Norwegian Parliament (Stortinget).
Essays in Environmental and Public Economics
On Tuesday 12 August Costanza Maria Ludovica Cincotta will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Helge Thorbjørnsen (49) is NHHs New Rector
The rector’s chain has finally changed hands. «In a world undergoing major changes, NHH’s role is more important than ever. I intend to be a clear and unifying rector,» says Helge Thorbjørnsen.
Climate and customers – taking a toll on shipping
The annual conference of IAME (International Association of Maritime Economists) gathered in Bergen and at NHH this year. They learned that environmentally conscious cargo owners and climate itself is likely to put a premium cost on the business.
Magne Angelshaug appointed new SNF Director
With experience as both a researcher and business leader, Magne Angelshaug is now appointed CEO of the Centre for Applied Research at NHH (SNF).
«Everything begins and ends with the students»
«Momentum and solid academic credentials have been the guiding principles of outgoing NHH Rector Øystein Thøgersen. But more than anything, it’s always been about the students – who simply call him «Thøgers.»
Babies, buggies and business
Nearly 50 alumni, and just as many toddlers, showed up for NHH’s very first parental leave meet-up for alumni in Oslo.
Student Startups to Receive NOK 26.6 Million in Funding
NHH launches major push for student startups together with UiB and HVL.
`Sets the standard for inspirational teaching´
Professor Karin Thorburn received The Inspirational Teaching Award and NOK 250,000 for her dedication to excellent teaching.
Environmental economists gather at NHH
More than 750 researchers, policymakers and industry experts are gathered in Bergen to discuss pressing questions in environmental and resource economics.
Essays on Electricity Market Dynamics
On Wednesday 25 June 2025 Benjamin P. Fram will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Tax Policy in Multinational Firms
On Thursday 26 June 2025 Henrik Svensli will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Global Perspectives in Corporate Finance at NHH
Yesterday, the Norwegian School of Economics once again became a global meeting point for leading minds in corporate finance.
Europe's innovation at risk without stronger support
`Europe must continue to invest in bold, independent research — the ERC is key to that mission,´ says NHH Professor Bertil Tungodden.
Tax disclosure requirements: Appeared transparent, little changed
A new UK regulation was intended to make large companies more transparent about their tax practices. The result? More reporting and polished language, but not more real insight.
New Measures to Tackle the Throwaway Culture
A tax on new clothing, a plastic packaging fee, and subsidies for electronics repair are among the recommendations from a government-appointed expert group, which today presented its report to the Minister of Climate and Environment.
We need an exit tax! How to design it?
Nordic tax experts agree that we need an exit tax in times of mobility and instability. The devil is, however, as always in the details. How to design such a tax with a minimum unwanted side effects and distortions?
Raising Capital to Fund Corporate Investments
On Friday 6 June 2025 Trang Quynh Vu will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Back to Where It Began
Maximilian Rohrer first came to NHH as a master’s student, and the experience left a lasting impression. NHH became his alma mater — a place he still holds dear and feels closely connected to.
New master's degree option in sustainability
Starting in autumn 2025, NHH students can choose a dedicated sustainability track through the ENGAGE.EU alliance.
The limited role of inheritance in wealth inequality
While inheritances matter for some, particularly those with very wealthy parents, they do not play a significant role in overall wealth inequality.
A gathering of talent in Bergen
NHH recently welcomed students and corporate representatives from across Europe to the annual CEMS Nordic Forum.
Accounting for Futures: Exploring how the Future is Made Actionable Today
Top scholars gathered in Bergen to rethink how imagined futures shape today’s decisions.
Nobel Prize-winning economist David Card to NHH
One of the world’s most influential labor economists, Berkeley Professor David Card, will deliver the Sandmo Lecture on Public Policy at NHH.
When Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Speaks Up, the Market Listens
A new study shows that share prices rise when NBIM announces its intention to vote against corporate management. `The market sees it as a sign that someone is watching, ´ says NHH researcher Tzu-Ting Chiu.
Imagine you could lie for $100 — and no one would ever know
Would you do it? A new study reveals how a single promise can tilt the scales toward honesty.
Building Bridges in Tax Research: European Workshop at NHH
This week, NHH hosted the first joint workshop on Tax and Sustainability in collaboration with WU Vienna University of Economics and Business and the University of Mannheim.
Tungodden Appointed ERC Ambassador
Professor Bertil Tungodden has been selected as Norway’s representative in the new ERC Ambassador Network.
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.
See the world through NHH: Go on exchange twice!
Meet some of our students in Australia, New Zealand, Italy and Portugal.
More rain, greater risk – do current models fail to keep up?
Yue Shi has studied how rainfall affects home insurance. She finds increasing risk over time, significant geographical differences – and a clear need for new thinking as the climate gets wetter.
Claim the future
Norwegian insurance company Gjensidige are now implementing AI-agent Eva to handle claims from clients directly. They are aiming for Eva to handle up to 70 percent of claims from individual customers in the future.
Brought the whole class to learn about human rights
People live and work under conditions that few in Norway can imagine. During One Ocean Week, students and other participants got to experience these realities up close.
Former entrepreneur in China, now a PhD Candidate at NHH
`My academic journey has been a bit of a global one, Xiaoguang Wu says.
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.
How Can Your Research Make a Difference?
Join the Nordic Qualitative Research Forum at NHH – April 25.
How Extreme Weather Affects Insurance Claims
On Thursday 24 April 2025 Yue Shi will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
NHH Explores Social Sustainability at SHE Conference
What happens when CEOs must balance the demands of shareholders, boards, and society? NHH Professor Therese Egeland joins Gjensidige CEO Geir Holmgren and others at the SHE Conference to explore leadership and ownership dilemmas.
NHH joins One Ocean Week 2025
When One Ocean Week sails in from April 5–11, NHH is, of course, participating. Dive into our events where several of our experts will share their knowledge.
Are We Really That Much Better Than the Americans?
Agriculture is a core value in itself because we all need food. But sometimes, we should take a hard look in the mirror before criticizing others.
The Long-Term Effects of Educational Policies
On Monday 31 March 2025 Daniel Vasconcellos Archer Duque will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
More Women in Economics – But Do They Reach the Top?
Women are underrepresented in the field of economics, especially at the professor level. `However, NHH has over 50 percent female PhD candidates. That bodes well for the future,´ says Malin Arve.
Ideal work-life balance for researchers in Norway
Aysil Emirmahmutoglu arrived at NHH five years ago. `In Norway it is possible both to have a family and full-time job´, says the Associate Professor, originally from Turkey.
From NHH to a prestigious postdoc in economics
PhD candidate Paula Navarro Sarmiento has secured a postdoctoral position at CEMFI in Madrid, one of Europe’s top research institutes in economics.
Corporate Paternity Leave: Communication and impact
On Friday 14 March 2025 Agnes Bamford will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Expert Committee: Strengthening National Control Over Digital Infrastructure
An expert committee, including NHH professor Kenneth Fjell, has assessed how the state can ensure national control over critical digital communication infrastructure.
`A PhD at NHH is a fantastic opportunity´
After only six months as a PhD candidate, Lene Mortensen received an award for her research project. `Highly promising, ´ noted the committee.
Three studies on pension accounting
On Tuesday 11 March 2025 David Ogudugu will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Essays in empirical corporate finance
On Thursday 27 February 2025 Johan Ludvig Schmidberger Karlsen will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend his thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Alumni could determine ranking for NHH
Answers from NHH's alumni on how quickly they obtained relevant jobs, their career development, and salary in the first three years are a substantial part of the basis for NHH’s position in the Financial Times' (FT) annual ranking of European business schools.
Will the devil wear a repaired Prada?
`Repair actions carry a negative social status signal. That’s why people refrain from repairing their products´, says NHH researcher Aruna D Tatavarthy.
The largest nonprofit climate database for corporate emissions
This week, the international climate data platform EcoMap was launched. NHH has been involved in the development of this nonprofit project.
Preschool subsidies and cash transfers have long-term health benefits for children
Subsidised access to full-day preschools in Uganda had long-term positive effects on children’s anthropometrics but not their learning outcomes. Cash transfers of a similar value as the preschool subsidy had a similar impact.
Wallace Receives Rare Honor
Stein W. Wallace has been named an honorary member of the Norwegian Operations Research Society.
Supporting innovation in the Bergen Region
The Bergen Chamber of Commerce is stepping up its commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation by establishing a new expert group for entrepreneurship.
Future leaders examine human rights in business
"I have really become more aware of the importance of human rights in business, and I can definitely see myself pursuing a career in this field," said Max.
Major initiative for the renewal of Norwegian hydropower
This week marked the launch of the national research center, RenewHydro, which will receive NOK 370 million to usher hydropower into a new era. NHH is one of the key research partners.
NHH celebrates research talent: 21 PhDs in 2024
Whether they pursue a career in academia or step into the business world, all highlight NHH's doctoral program as a solid academic foundation
Trump pressures Panama: Cut canal fees or return control to U.S.
`Shipping moves closer to 80 percent of the world’s cargo by volume, making transportation costs a critical economic factor´, says NHH researcher Gabriel M. Fuentes, himself from Panama.
Ranked as best master's thesis: ‘Very nice!’
Odin Alnæs' (26) empirical study on inheritance and economic inequality honored at the Department of Business and Management Science.
The translator from Colombia
With a decade of translation experience, PhD Candidate Claudia E. Zapata Urrego dives into new research at NHH, exploring the future of human involvement in translation.
Recognized for Outstanding Research
NHH researchers who have had articles published in internationally high-ranked journals were this week rewarded with publication bonuses.
Master's thesis honored: 'It was very nice!'
What does the average Norwegian really know about finance? The answer Emil Kristiansen and Snorre Helno received, surprised them.
Ranked best master's thesis of the year: 'It's an honour!'
Hien Nguyen and Kenneth Hartmann's master's thesis on competition in the grocery industry went all the way to the top at the Department of Economics at NHH.
How top executives handle competing demands
On Monday January 6, 2025, Thora Lou will hold a trial lecture on a prescribed topic and defend her thesis for the PhD degree at NHH.
Helge Thorbjørnsen will be the new rector at NHH
The NHH Board has today decided to appoint Professor Helge Thorbjørnsen (49) as the new rector. Thorbjørnsen takes office on 1 August 2025, succeeding Øystein Thøgersen.
Haaland promoted full professor in record time
Just ten years ago, Ingar K. Haaland (34) was an NHH student. Today, he was promoted to full professor.
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.”
Kajuna ’ s interest in circular business innovation brought him to NHH
Jovinary Kajuna has studied banking and finance in Dar es Salaam and completed a master's degree in Kristiansand. The 28-year-old from Tanzania is now a PhD research fellow at NHH.