Frans Schaepkens

Dr. ir. Frans Schaepkens, RC EMFC, is an Associate Professor at Nyenrode Business University, specializing in External Reporting and Management Control. As a member of the Faculty Expertise Center for Corporate Reporting, Finance & Tax, his work bridges academic research with practical applications in healthcare finance and public sector accountability.

• PhD in External Reporting for Healthcare Institutions (2000)
• Chairman of the Dutch Accounting Standards Council’s Healthcare Working Group

His research focuses on:

• Strategic financial management in healthcare and public sectors
• Continuity paragraph analysis in financial audits
• Interpersonal and conceptual skills in management accounting
• Upcoding risks in healthcare payment systems

Key trends in his publications include healthcare governance, audit transparency, and skill development for accountants. His work emphasizes aligning technical expertise with organizational leadership.

Professional affiliations include:

• Nyenrode Faculty Expertise Center
• Dutch Accounting Standards Council (chairman)
• HEAD Association (research collaboration)

Frans Schaepkens actively collaborates with institutions like Ernst & Young Consulting and Achmea Healthcare, advocating for stewardship and entrepreneurship in financial education.