News Archive

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Research Assistant tool in the Web of Science database helps you search efficiently with natural language and get an overview of your topic. The tool is on trial until October 17.
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Starting this fall, 12.5 million copies of a preparedness leaflet will be distributed to households in Poland. Parts of the content is built on research conducted at Hanken’s HUMLOG Institute, with Associate Professor Wojciech Piotrowicz contributing as one of the co-authors and editor. The initiative is led by the Polish Ministry of Defence.
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Hanken has launched its latest MOOC, a free online course designed to equip learners with skills for navigating today’s uncertain and rapidly evolving world.
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Hanken's MOOCs (Massive Open Online Course) are available on the DigiCampus platform from September 2025.
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Former Google director, AI expert, and experienced board professional Petri Kokko has been appointed executive in residence at Hanken School of Economics, within the Department of Management and Organisation.
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LSEG Workspace can be used normally until 31.12.2025. If you are starting a longer project involving ESG scores, we recommend that you start using Capital IQ Pro instead. A training in Capital IQ Pro is held on 25.09.2025.
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Join Perlego’s quick and practical webinar to get the most out of your access to the ebook service Perlego.
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Are you an active Hanken student who engages in various projects or entrepreneurship? Then apply for the Anders Wall scholarship of 200 000 SEK by 24 October 2025!
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Hanken School of Economics is proud to host the art exhibition I Was Born a Girl by Finnish artist Minna Pietarinen from 19 September to 20 October 2025. The exhibition is part of Hanken’s annual SDG Week, which focuses on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
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Hanken alum Johanna Söderström has built an impressive career as an HR professional in multinational companies such as Dow Chemicals and Tyson Foods. Today, she gives back to Hanken by serving as a strategic advisor to the Rector through the university’s International Advisory Board.
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Hanken School of Economics' master's programme is ranked 60th in this year's edition of the Financial Times Masters in Management ranking. Hanken thus receives top marks as one of the three leading business schools in the Nordic region. The Financial Times annually ranks the 100 best master’s programmes world-wide.
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The library's LibGuides have been updated for the new academic year. These practical guides help you find literature, manage references, write academic texts, publish open access, and much more. Whether you're a student, researcher, or teacher, you'll find support at every stage of your information search and writing process.
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What happens to donated textiles to non-profit charity organisations? New research offers insight into collection and sorting of used textiles for charity second-hand shops as well as into partnerships for textile circularity between non-profits and companies.
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“Finland is facing a range of challenges, including the country’s economic situation. While it’s clear that savings must be found, it’s equally important to make necessary investments for the future. Raising the country’s level of education is undoubtedly one of these,” said Rector Ingmar Björkman at Hanken School of Economics’ opening of the academic year on 1 September 2025.
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Interested in sustainable development and today’s pressing global issues? Keen to connect with fellow students from universities across Finland and abroad? Searching for flexible courses to complement your studies?
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Opening hours of Hanken and different service units in Helsinki and Vaasa during summer 2025.
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A new study reveals that shareholder support for female board candidates increased after gender quotas were introduced in France — pointing to a broader shift in how investors perceive women's qualifications and leadership potential.
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Despite the Nordic region's reputation for strong welfare systems and social equality, migrants face significant barriers that push them toward informal economic activities. The informal sector accounts for 15.8% and 17.1% of Finland and Sweden's GDP respectively, and migrant entrepreneurs play a crucial role in this hidden economy.
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Rector has made the decision regarding the exchange places for spring semester 2026.
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Welcome to join the library’s workshops during the autumn term! The workshops are held online, and are open for everyone at Hanken.