Manuel Bauer

Manuel Bauer is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Business (HSLU), affiliated with the Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) in the CC Corporate Finance department. His roles include academic teaching and research in corporate finance, private debt financing, and financial services. Bauer holds board memberships and leadership positions in several companies, including TC Group Holding AG and Hoval Gruppe. His research focuses on alternative financing methods, corporate treasury management, and financial strategies for SMEs.

Education:

• 1999: Dissertation in Business at University of Freiburg/Fribourg, titled 'Targeted Stocks as an Alternative to Divestitures'.

Bauer's research interests emphasize innovative financing solutions, private debt markets, and automation in financial analysis. His recent publications include studies on corporate financing trends in Switzerland, alternative funding for tourism businesses, and automated balance sheet analysis tools.

Achievements & Roles:

• Board Member of TC Group Holding AG since 2021
• Chairman of the Board at ECHO Partners AG
• Head of Audit Committee at Hoval Group until 2020
• Co-Director of the CAS Corporate Finance program

His work bridges academic research and practical financial strategies, with a focus on SMEs and emerging financing technologies.