Gunther Friedl

Gunther Friedl is Professor of Business Administration and Dean at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) School of Management. During his tenure as Dean, the school achieved Triple Crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) and expanded to over 7,000 students. His academic work focuses on controlling, accounting, value-based management, corporate valuation, and sustainability, with particular interest in innovation ecosystems and climate-related financial risks.

• Specializes in: Corporate Management, Performance Measurement, Sustainability
• Consulting: Global 500 companies (Apple, BMW, SAP, Siemens)
• Government Advising: Corporate governance and innovation policies

Recent research explores decarbonization strategies, lithium-ion battery production economics, and climate risk impacts on corporate valuation. He has authored 120+ publications, including award-winning textbooks. Recognized with the 2024 Best Teaching Award (TUM), 2022 Best Lifetime Teaching Award, and 2012 'Professor of the Year' in Germany.