About
Denis Segrestin is a Professor at Sciences Po, Paris, France since 2003. His academic career spans multiple institutions including Université Pierre Mendès France (1990-2003) and Conservatoire national des arts et métiers (CNAM) in Paris (1971-1990). He currently directs the doctoral program at the Centre for Sociology of Organizations (CSO) and co-directs the Gouvernances series with Patrick Le Galès at Sciences Po Press.
- Fields of expertise: Sociology of Work, Industrial Relations, Corporate Governance, and Capitalism Evolution
His research explores the socio-historical evolution of work and organizations. Key contributions include analyzing the autonomy of labor from capital, the institutional renaissance of firms, and globalization's impact on corporate structure. Through the "Programme Entreprise," he investigates network-firms, mergers, and corporate social responsibility frameworks.
Scientific Distinctions:
- 2009 Sciences Po Research Priority for "The contemporary firm and its transformations"
- 2010 Visiting Scholar at Harvard University's Centre for European Studies
Administrative Leadership:
- Director of CSO doctoral program (2003-present)
- Former director of CRISTO research center (1992-2002)
- Former director of "Industrial organization and production systems" doctoral program (1999-2002)
