Tom Karp

Tom Karp is a Professor at Kristiania University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the School of Communication, Leadership and Marketing and the Department of Leadership and Organization. He holds concurrent roles at Nord University College and Inlandet University College. His research focuses on leadership, organizational change, self-leadership, and autonomous organizational structures. Karp has authored multiple books and articles in international journals, receiving awards for scholarly contributions and communication excellence. He is a columnist for Dagens Næringsliv.

Central to his work is analyzing leadership practices in public institutions, particularly police organizations. His 2017 study, co-authored with Filstad and Glomseth, critiques leadership culture in Norwegian police through shadowing 27 police chiefs. He argues systemic hierarchies and bureaucratic overreach limit effective leadership. His research emphasizes pragmatic leadership, trust, and adaptive organizational norms.

• Awards: Best Article, Best Lecturer, Best Communicator

While no formal advisees are listed, his publications and media engagements highlight his role in shaping leadership discourse. His critiques of police reform implementation and calls for structural change reflect his commitment to organizational improvement.