SSE rises to 23rd in Financial Times Master in Finance ranking

The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) has improved its position in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2026 pre-experience ranking, climbing three places to 23rd globally. The School remains the highest-ranked institution in the Nordics.

The result reflects strong progress across several measures that matter most to prospective students and employers. Alumni reported significantly higher salaries three years after graduation, increasing from USD 106,666 to USD 118,134. Employment outcomes also improved, with 96 percent of graduates securing employment within three months of graduation, compared with 90 percent last year.

SSE also improved its position in the Financial Times value-for-money measure, rising from 13th to 10th place globally.

“The ranking is ultimately a reflection of the quality and ambition of our students,” says Program Director Anders Anderson. “The Master in Finance continues to attract exceptionally talented applicants from Sweden and around the world. Their success after graduation is what drives our long-term performance in rankings such as the Financial Times.”

SSE also maintained its strong position in sustainability education, ranking third globally for ESG and net-zero teaching.