David Klotz

David Klotz is a researcher affiliated with Edinburgh Napier University, primarily associated with the Business School. He completed his Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) in 2018 and has since contributed to academic discourse in work-integrated learning and IT project management.

• Education: Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), 2014–2018, Edinburgh Napier University

Research Interests: Klotz explores the intersection of Information Technology and Project Management, focusing on perceived complexity in IT projects, its impact on organizational success, and mechanisms to mitigate project failure. His work also examines Work-Integrated Learning, particularly degree apprenticeships that blend workplace training with academic credit. A critical realist framework underpins his methodologies.

Publications: His 2023 book chapter in *The Routledge International Handbook of Work-Integrated Learning* discusses apprenticeship models as strategies for workforce development. His 2018 thesis identifies key internal and external variables affecting IT project complexity, offering practice-oriented guidelines for managing such challenges.

Collaborations: Klotz has worked closely with Professors Sally Smith and Richard Whitecross, focusing on educational and organizational frameworks. His research was funded by Edinburgh Napier University.