Research at SSE

Research at the Stockholm School of Economics focuses on key questions in economics, business, and society. It is conducted in close collaboration with industry and public institutions.

Research at SSE

Research at the Stockholm School of Economics is conducted across a range of disciplines, including economics, finance, and business administration. It combines theoretical development with empirical analysis and aims to advance understanding of how markets, organizations, and societies function.

Our faculty publish in leading international journals and are active in global research networks. This ensures that research is both academically rigorous and relevant in an international context.

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A small school with a big impact

Research at SSE is organized within academic departments and complemented by interdisciplinary environments such as research centers, institutes, and research houses. These structures support collaboration across fields and enable researchers to address complex challenges that require multiple perspectives.

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6 Departments
4 Research houses
4 Research institutes
34 Research centers

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Sustainability research

At SSE, we are committed to advancing knowledge and fostering impactful change in the field of sustainability. Through rigorous research, innovative events, and dynamic activities, SSE is at the forefront of sustainable business practices, addressing pressing global challenges, like climate change and social and economic inequality, to contribute to a more equitable and resilient future.

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Close to business and society

A central characteristic of research at SSE is its close connection to business and society. Collaboration with companies, public institutions, and other organizations contributes to the relevance and application of research findings.

Through this combination of academic quality, international collaboration, and external engagement, SSE contributes to knowledge development and to the understanding of economic and societal challenges.