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Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Bernd Frick is a full Professor of Economics at the University of Paderborn, Faculty of Business Administration and Economics, where he heads the Department of Economics – Institute Department 1: Management. Active and born in 1959, he is based in Paderborn, Germany, and his research spans Organizational Economics, Corporate Governance, Personnel Economics, Law & Economics, and Sports & Cultural Economics.
Education & Academic Focus: Although specific degrees are not listed, his title "Dr. rer. pol." (Doctor of Economics and Social Sciences) indicates advanced training in economics. His work integrates microeconomic theory with empirical analysis, focusing on labor markets, firm governance, and the economics of professional sports.
Research Interests:
- Organizational Economics & Theory of the Firm: Analyzing internal labor markets, co-determination, and governance structures.
- Personnel Economics & Labor Policy: Examining incentive systems, wage determination, and employment practices.
- Sports Economics: Extensive studies on player remuneration, coaching careers, doping, and the economic impact of regulations like the Bosman ruling.
- Law & Economics: Evaluating the economic effects of legal frameworks, including disability employment laws and co-determination statutes.
- Cultural Economics: Investigating art markets, reputation, and value creation in creative industries.
Publication Trends: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles and monographs reveal a consistent focus on empirical sports economics (e.g., Bundesliga performance, marathon incentives), labor market institutions (works councils, co-determination), and governance issues. Recent work explores gender competitiveness in athletics and the longevity of coaching careers under performance pressure.
Scientific Awards & Honors: While no major named awards are listed, his extensive publication record, editorship of academic volumes (e.g., Economics of Grassroots Sports), and frequent policy-oriented commentary establish him as a leading voice in applied economics.
Advising & Grants: Details on specific doctoral students or funded projects are not provided, but his role as editor, co-author with international scholars (e.g., Robert Simmons, Joachim Prinz), and policy consultant (e.g., Federal Ministry of Labour) imply active supervision and grant involvement.
Labs & Teams: While no dedicated lab is mentioned, his institutional affiliation with the Institute Department 1: Management suggests collaboration within a multidisciplinary team of economists and management scholars at Paderborn.
