Erik G. Hansen

Prof. Erik G. Hansen is a researcher affiliated with Technische Universität München (TUM) and a visiting scholar at Cranfield University's Doughty Centre for Corporate Responsibility. He holds a diploma in Management Information Systems from Technische Universität Darmstadt and completed his doctoral thesis on 'Responsible Leadership Systems' at TUM's School of Management. His research focuses on the intersection of innovation, leadership, and corporate responsibility, with notable recognition including the 'Best Student Paper Award' at ISPIM (2009). He teaches at undergraduate, graduate, and executive levels. Prior to his academic roles, he gained industry experience in multinational corporations and completed academic exchanges in Shanghai and Rio de Janeiro.

• Education:
• Diploma in Management Information Systems, Technische Universität Darmstadt (2006)
• Doctoral Thesis: 'Responsible Leadership Systems', TUM School of Management (2010)
• Professional Experience:
• Research Associate, Institute for Information, Organization and Management, TUM (2006-2009)
• Postdoc Researcher, TUM (from 2010)
• Visiting Scholar, Cranfield University (current)

His research emphasizes sustainable innovation frameworks and leadership models that integrate corporate responsibility. He actively publishes in these areas and has been recognized for his contributions to academic discourse on responsible leadership systems. Teaching spans Bachelor, Master, and EMBA programs, reflecting his commitment to both research and education.

• Awards:
• Siemens Excellence Award (Master's thesis)
• ISPIM Best Student Paper Award (2009)

Industry collaborations and international exchanges enrich his interdisciplinary approach to organizational management and sustainability challenges.