Established in 1936, the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) was the first business school in Bergen, Norway. Since then, it has been remarkable in fields like business administration and economics. It is also one of the most selective institutes in the country, and you may have to go the extra mile to get into it.
The University has six departments, including finance, accounting, economics and business, etc. In addition, this institute is a member of the Global Alliance for Management Education (CEMS) and Partnership in International Management (PIM) network. Furthermore, it is accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.
Numerous significant positions in Norwegian commerce, academics and politics are held by NHH alums. A few of these are as mentioned below.
Jan Mossin - Co-creator of capital asset pricing model (CAPM)
Victor D. Norman - Economist, former Minister of Labour & Government Administration
Jon Fredrik Baksaas - Former CEO of Telenor
Yngve Slyngstad - CEO of NBIM (Norges Bank Investment Management)
Svein Støle - Chairman of the Pareto Group
Alf C. Thorkildsen - President & CEO Seadrill
Bjørn M. Wiggen - President & CEO Orkla
Agnar Mykle - Author
Thorolf Rafto - Human rights activist
Knut Arild Hareide - former Minister of the Environment
Kristin Krohn Devold - Former Minister of Defense
Hallvard Bakke - former Minister of Trade & Shipping
Kristin Clemet - Former Minister of Education & Research
Nobel laureates of NHH who won the Nobel Prize in Economics include the following:
Edward C. Prescott - Year 2004
Finn E. Kydland - Year 2004
Tore Ellingsen
Despite being around for a considerable amount of time, there is only a limited number of students at the University. Around 3,500 students hosted by it are from around the world. It undergoes exchange programs with over 170 business schools in 50 different countries. As an international student, at least one semester of exchange study is completed by 40% of the school's students.
If you plan to apply for this University, you should know about Norway's Study Permit. Also, please learn about their Residence Permit for Vocational Training and Research and Skilled Workers Visa.
The Norwegian School of Economics administration facilitates international students regarding accommodations. Sammen, the student welfare organization in Bergen, will provide housing for you as an international student accepted into the MSc programme. The housing assurance does not apply to Norwegian citizens due to capacity. As for locals, they are advised to look for an off-campus residence.
Double-check all criteria with UDI beforehand if you intend to bring a family. Keep in mind that Sammen's housing guarantee does not cover accommodation for families.
The University offers only one undergraduate program in economics and business administration, which is constantly the first choice for students wanting to learn business in Norway. NHHs global and national rankings are as follows.
Rank #901 by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Rank #55 by European Business School Rankings 2021 of Financial Times
Rank #885 by CWUR
Rank #6 Nationwide by CWUR
Rank from 901 to 1000 by Shanghai Ranking
Norwegian School of Economics
Helleveien 30, 5045 Bergen, Norway
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