Arbetsbeskrivning
We are now seeking a President to lead Stockholm School of Economics (SSE), one of Europe’s most highly regarded business schools.
The role includes serving as the academic leader and chief representative of the School, guiding its continued development in an increasingly international and competitive academic environment.
Founded in 1909, SSE is the leading business school in the Nordic and Baltic countries and one of Europe’s most highly regarded institutions. Consistently ranked among the top business schools worldwide by the Financial Times, SSE is recognized for the quality of its research, education, and close engagement with business and society.
World-class research forms the foundation of SSE’s academic programs, which include bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, an MBA, and a broad portfolio of executive education. Developed in close collaboration with both the research community and the business sector, these programs prepare graduates to assume leadership roles in business, government, and society.
SSE is accredited by EQUIS, ensuring that both teaching and research meet the highest international standards. The School is also the only Swedish member of CEMS and PIM, global alliances of leading business schools that strengthen its international reach and academic quality.
Rooted in the Nordic tradition yet globally oriented, SSE combines academic excellence with strong societal relevance. The next President will lead the School into its next phase of development, further enhancing its academic distinction, global standing, and long-term impact.
The Position
The President serves as the academic leader and chief representative of the School.
Working closely with faculty, leadership, students, alumni, and external partners, the President will guide SSE’s continued development in an increasingly international and competitive academic environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- providing strategic leadership for the School’s academic and institutional development
- safeguarding and advancing excellence in research and education
- strengthening SSE’s international profile and global academic partnerships
- representing SSE and deepening engagement with business, donors, alumni, and society
The successful candidate will combine academic distinction with strategic leadership and the ability to engage confidently with a broad set of stakeholders.
We seek a leader who demonstrates:
- Academic credibility consistent with leading a top international business school
- Strategic leadership and the ability to guide long-term institutional development
- Commitment to academic excellence in research and education
- International outlook and presence, representing SSE with credibility and integrity
- Integrative leadership, bringing together faculty, students, alumni, and partners around SSE’s continued development
This is a unique opportunity to lead an internationally respected institution at the intersection of academic research, education, and business. The President will play a central role in shaping SSE’s future and strengthening its contribution to knowledge, leadership, and societal progress.
In this recruitment, we are working together with https://michaelberglund.se/jobb/president-to-stockholm-school-of-economics/.
How to apply
Are you interested in the role or would you like to recommend a candidate?
Please send your application to: mailto:
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For questions, please contact Jacob Severin at mailto:
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