Dominique Ursprung

Dominique Ursprung is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of the Center for Geopolitics and Competitiveness at ZHAW School of Management and Law, ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on International Relations, East Asia, Free Trade Agreements, and Swiss-EU Relations. He teaches electives in European Affairs, International Trade Policy, and Diplomacy.

Education:

• MSc in International Management for Japan (SOAS, University of London, 2008–2011)
• MA in International Relations (Geneva Graduate Institute, 2010–2011)
• CAS in Higher Education Didactics (ZHAW, 2014)

Research Interests: Ursprung explores geopolitics, trade policy, and Swiss foreign policy. His work bridges diplomacy with business strategy, particularly in East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region. He emphasizes intercultural learning and vocational education in global contexts.

Publications: He has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on topics like Swiss trade agreements, digital diplomacy, and geopolitical risks. Recent publications analyze the impact of free trade zones and hybrid diplomatic practices in the digital age.

Awards/Grants: None explicitly listed. His work focuses on applied policy research and academic leadership.

Projects & Affiliations: Leads the Parliamentary Friendship Group Switzerland-Japan project and serves on the Swiss-Japanese Chamber of Commerce Board. Active in the ZHAW Digital Futures Lab and Swiss Forum on Foreign Policy (foraus).