Alexander Götmann

Dr. Alexander Götmann is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Business, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne (HSLU), based in the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR) within the Business Development, Leadership and HR unit. He teaches and researches in the areas of organisational psychology, leadership, and human resource management.

Education:

• Dr. rer. pol., EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
• M.Sc., University of Cologne
• B.Sc., University of Mannheim

His research centres on the intersection of mindfulness, ethical behaviour, and leadership. He examines how individual and collective mindfulness can enhance psychological well-being, reduce unethical behaviour, and improve team performance. He is particularly interested in how emotional intelligence and justice sensitivity influence decision-making in organisational contexts.

His work also explores psychological approaches to sustainability leadership, aiming to understand how leaders can foster responsible and ethical organisational practices. He has conducted longitudinal and experimental studies to investigate the causal effects of mindfulness interventions on prosocial behaviour and ethical conduct in workplace settings.

Key Publications & Presentations: His recent work includes a 2024 book chapter on Leadership and Sustainability, and empirical studies on mindfulness and cheating behaviour, COVID-19 coping strategies, and climate change adaptation from a psychological perspective. He has presented at international conferences such as EAWOP, DGPs/ÖGP, and APS.

Professional Experience:

• 2021–2022: People & Change Advisory, KPMG, Mannheim
• 2020–present: Lecturer in Leadership Psychology, Graduate School Rhein-Neckar, Ludwigshafen
• 2018–2021: Research Associate, Chair of Leadership, EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
• 2015–2018: Consultant, Detecon International, Cologne & Frankfurt

Dr. Götmann integrates his industry consulting experience with academic research to bridge the gap between psychological theory and organisational practice, aiming to create healthier, more ethical, and more sustainable workplaces.