Christian Locher

Christian Locher serves as Professor, Dean of Accreditation Affairs, and Degree Program Director for Digital Business at Ingolstadt University of Applied Sciences (THI) Business School, where he also leads the AACSB accreditation project. His institutional focus centers on advancing digital business education and organizational frameworks within higher education.

His academic credentials include:

• Diplom-Wirtschaftsinformatiker (Management of Information Systems)
• Doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) in Consumer Banking & IT from University of Regensburg

Locher's research integrates three interconnected domains: organizational design for digital enterprises emphasizing agile methodologies and lean startup implementation; technological disruption analysis covering blockchain, mobile solutions, and AI-driven interfaces like chatbots; and digital transformation pathways including servitization strategies and platform-based business model innovation. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with industry applications, particularly in financial services digitization.

Professional leadership includes oversight of accreditation systems and curriculum development for digital business programs, though specific advising activities and research funding details are not documented in available sources.