A new Master program will strengthen Sweden’s voice and the Nordic perspective in Europe. The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) is taking a historic step, launching its first Master program in Public Policy. The MPP, starting in 2027, will prepare the next generation of decision-makers to address complex societal challenges in Sweden and internationally.

At the Sweden Security & Competitiveness Summit 2026, hosted by the Center for Security and Resilience at SSE together with McKinsey, leaders from business, government, and the military gathered to discuss how innovation, education, and industrial capacity are becoming central to Sweden's deterrence strategy in a changing geopolitical landscape.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is already affecting Sweden. Around 2,000 ships are currently waiting in the Persian Gulf, delaying deliveries of oil, fertilizer, medicines, and industrial components. For Swedish households and companies, the effects are visible in rising energy costs, supply uncertainty, and higher prices.

Second-year students in Circular Impact Retail Club had the opportunity to participate in the career module together with recruitment agency Talent Eye.

ICA Retail Club visited ICA's automated Customer Fulfilment Centre (CFC) in Brunna to learn more about grocery e-commerce and logistics.

Second-year students in Accenture Retail Club participated in an interactive career module focused on CV feedback, interviews, and professional development.

Retail Management students in H&M Retail Club had a workshop on fashion intelligence and the craft of trend forecasting.

Retail Management students in the Synsam Retail Club visited Synsam's B2C warehouse in Spånga, northwest of Stockholm, followed by a related workshop.

Retail Management students in Fazer Retail Club participated in an inspiring workshop together with one of Fazer's brands.

Staff and faculty at the House of Innovation are working with students to strengthen technology education across the School. A meeting between the SSE Tech Initiative and the student-led SASSE Tech Committee highlights a shared focus: more hands-on learning opportunities for students.