Who can become a mentor?
All SSE alumni and employees at SSE Corporate Partner companies with at least five years of work experience, including leadership responsibility.
MSc Mentorship Program for alumni mentors
Support MSc students at SSE as they transition into professional life. The mentorship program connects alumni and partners with students for one-to-one guidance. Mentors also develop leadership and expand their networks.
Key dates & deadlines for 2026 & 2027
May 8, 2026: Mentor application opens
Aug 17, 2026: Student application starts
Sep 21, 2026: Student application deadline
Sep 25, 2026: Mentor application deadline
Oct 16, 2026: Program starts
June 18, 2027: Program ends
Apply to become a mentor
219 Mentees in 2025
166 Mentors in 2025
Alumni perspective
The most rewarding aspect of mentoring is the reminder of how much we often take for granted. The MSc Mentorship Program allows me to see the world through fresh eyes again and reminds me that all skills are attainable with time and guidance. Mentoring a student is a purposeful endeavor that involves more than just providing guidance — it’s about genuinely engaging in someone’s growth and witnessing them discover their path.
Tania Johannisson
Mentor, Founder & Managing Director at Amplific
Overview
The MSc Mentorship Program connects SSE Master students with alumni and professionals for one-to-one mentoring during the academic year. The program combines structured matching with flexible meetings, supporting both student development and mentor learning.
Join the mentorship program and support SSE Master students as they take the next step into their careers. As a mentor, you will support ambitious young professionals while developing your own leadership skills.
Course structure
The MSc Mentorship Program takes place over one academic year (approximately nine months).
- At least four meetings during the academic year
- Flexible meetings, in person, by phone, or online
Benefits of being a mentor
A successful mentorship depends on the relationship between mentor and student. The program gives you the opportunity to learn from the experience while building a meaningful and rewarding connection.
- Share your experience and professional insights with future leaders
- Develop your leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
- Gain a better understanding of the next generation’s perspectives and challenges
- Contribute to the Stockholm School of Economics
- Expand your professional network and collaboration opportunities
- Learn about current research at SSE
- Make a meaningful impact on young professionals