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The Bank of Sweden Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel has been awarded to professors Daron Acemoglu of MIT, Simon Johnson also of MIT and James Robinson of Chicago University. “For studies of how institutions are formed and affect prosperity” "Three well-known and widely read Nobel laureates in Economic Sciences, relevant to several fields. The book “Why Nations Fail” by Acemoglu
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/nobel-economics-prize - 2026-01-20
The Master's programme Economic Growth, Population and Development changes name to Global Development, Population and Economic Change. The changes apply for studies starting autumn semester 2025 and onwards. Global Development, Population and Economic Change – Master’s programme
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/name-change-masters-programme-economic-growth-population-and-development-0 - 2026-01-20
Ellinor Wihlborg graduated with a bachelor's degree in information systems 2012 and now works as a Business intelligence analyst at Arriva in Copenhagen. (The below interview is translated from Swedish)“It occurred to me that we actually have Copenhagen nearby, so I started looking for jobs there. Most of the adverts said that you had to be fluent in Danish and I'm not, but I wanted to try anyway.
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/ellinor-wihlborg-alumna-bsc-design-information-systems-2012 - 2026-01-20
The bill shows how the government's priorities in regards of research. Mats Benner, professor in research policy shares his comments on the upcoming bill. The good news is that we will see an increase in funding over the next four years. Priorities are going to be within Artificial Intelligence, communication technologies, security, but also welfare. A point of criticism is that funding will be pr
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/research-policy-bill - 2026-01-20
During this year's popular science Framtidsdagarna ('Future Days') at Lund University on October 16–17, we had the chance to hear about crucial and decisive issues for the future. This year focused on future cities and 'The Future of Death.' Representing LUSEM, Markus Lahtinen, teacher and researcher at the Department of Informatics, gave a lecture. We took the opportunity to ask Markus why this r
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/experts-view-how-sensors-are-shaping-urban-landscape-future - 2026-01-20
For Jane Pinyapat, the master’s programme in Data Analytics and Business Economics opened the door to programming and equipped her with skills she considers invaluable. After graduating in 2022, she began her European career as a Data Engineer Specialist in Copenhagen. Read Jane’s story for her favorite programming tools, passion for Pink Programming, and top advice for LUSEM students aiming for a
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/jane-pinyapat-alumna-msc-data-analytics-and-business-economics-2022 - 2026-01-20
After graduation from the master's programme in International Strategic Management (ISM) in 2021, Marc Leon started his career in the fast paced world of consultancy at Porsche Consulting in Hamburg, Germany. Today, he thrives in the role as senior consultant where he manages workflows, junior colleagues and advice clients in the life sciences sector. Editor's note: this interview is from 2024.Hi
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/marc-leon-willemsen-alumnus-international-strategic-management-2021 - 2026-01-20
Soroor Mansouryar has been a LUSEM student for five years, first in the bachelor's programme in International Business and then in the master's programme in International Strategic Management. When she graduated in 2023 she felt ready to step into her dream job as a management consultant. Editor's note: this interview is from 2024.Hi Soroor! Can you share a bit about what you have been up to since
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/soroor-mansouryar-alumna-international-strategic-management-2023 - 2026-01-20
Sofia graduated from Lund University’s master’s program in Economic Growth, Population and Development in 2022 and has since built a career in international relations, currently working as an Adviser at the UN Headquarters in New York. In our interview, Sofia shares her journey from studies to the UN, reflecting on what inspired her to choose this path and the experiences that prepared her for it.
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/sofia-brannstrom-alumna-msc-economic-growth-population-and-development-2022 - 2026-01-20
Joel Rikardsson studied the master's programme in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, class of 2022. Today Joel is Chief Financial Officer at Rubato, a dynamic fashion startup. Joel's entrepreneurial journey began with a twist of fate when he ventured into the fashion industry, only to face unexpected setbacks. Undeterred, he pivoted and seized an opportunity at Rubato, a company that had been a sour
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/joel-rikardsson-alumnus-msc-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-2022 - 2026-01-20
Candy heaven or candy hell? Halloween consumption has gone rampant since we imported this tradition from the United States, and is expected to reach 1,6 billion SEK in 2024. In Sweden we used to just go to graveyards on All Hallows Eve and light candles in memory of loved ones that have passed, but starting in the 1990’s it has become a spectacle, with costumes, parties, ghostly decorations and tr
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/economics-death-and-halloween-consumption - 2026-01-20
Meet Karl Yves Vallin from Class of 2021, who today is the Managing Director of RFSL Utbildning AB, providing education services to businesses and organizations with the aim of improving the quality of the working environment by promoting diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in the workplace. Karl found the Entrepreneurial Finance course most useful especially in managing the profit/loss of
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/karl-yves-vallin-alumnus-msc-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-2021 - 2026-01-20
Editor's note: this interview is from 2024.Over the last few years, Melissa has introduced frameworks she learnt during the programme to her colleagues to lead new thinking and innovation from within. For example, on a practical level, the module on entrepreneurial marketing was most useful as she could leverage customer journey and value mapping to better understand end users. Learning about co-c
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/melissa-dogo-alumnus-msc-entrpreneurship-and-innovation-2021 - 2026-01-20
About Melissa JOBCurrent position: Doctoral Candidate at Malmö UniversityLocation: MalmöDEGREEHighest degree from LUSEM: MSc in Entrepreneurship and InnovationGraduation year: 2023 Entrepreneurship and Innovation – Master's Programme Learn more about the LUSEM Alumni Network
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/melissa-mae-cruz-alumna-msc-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-2023 - 2026-01-20
Donald Trump aims to introduce sharply increased tariffs and an extensive deportation policy, while Kamala Harris is focused on domestic issues like stabilizing inflation and strengthening the middle class. What will happen to the U.S. and global economy when one of them becomes president? Maria Persson, Associate Professor in Economics, takes a closer look at the next U.S. president from an econo
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/harris-and-trump-economy-and-election - 2026-01-20
Hello Daniel Hjorth, who is about to inaugurate the new centre, Centre for Aesthetics and Business Creativity (ABC) at LUSEM 19 November at Skissernas Museum!Why is research about aesthetics and business creativity important?“Research about aesthetics and business creativity (ABC) is important since it is not only about research but has to start with research. It has to start with research since t
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/experts-view-aesthetics-and-business-creativity - 2026-01-20
Master´s theses that excel in originality and academic quality, providing new knowledge with strong relevance and practical implications to society related to transformation – those are the qualities that are awarded with the SSCEN Sustainability Prize. The 2024 winners are now selected by the jury, one thesis carried out at the Faculty of Engineering and one thesis from the School of Economics an
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/winners-sscen-sustainability-prize-masters-theses-2024 - 2026-01-20
Charlotte Parnefjord had the opportunity to shadow a manager during her studies. Years later, as a manager herself, she experienced being shadowed in return. Today, she describes her role as more of an unofficial leadership position than a formal managerial one, emphasizing the importance of fostering trust, confidence, and engagement within her team. "The manager I shadowed taught me the importan
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/shadowing-manager-and-being-shadowed - 2026-01-20
With over 100 high-quality presentations by both junior and senior economists the Swedish Conference in Economics was a success! The conference included a very good key note by Olle Folke and Johanna Rickne, who were awarded the Assar Lindbeck medal. There was also a concluding thought-provoking panel debate on the question of whether we can afford to work less. The 8th Swedish Conference in Econo
https://www.lusem.lu.se/article/swedish-conference-economics-was-success - 2026-01-20
Studenter på Magisterprogrammet i informationssystem har möjlighet att få värdefulla certifikat i business analytics för att stärka sina CV. Det internationella Magisterprogrammet i informationssystem på Institutionen för informatik, Ekonomihögskolan vid Lunds universitet, är utformat för att ge studenterna avancerad kunskap inom området informationssystem. Som en del av åtagandet att förbättra fr
https://www.ehl.lu.se/artikel/studenter-utrustas-med-karriarframjande-certifikat - 2026-01-20
