Joachim Strauch

Prof. Dr. Joachim Strauch serves as a Professor at the Westphalian University of Applied Sciences since 2012 within the Department of Business Law (FB 7). His career uniquely bridges academic scholarship with extensive professional experience in tax advisory and corporate finance sectors.

His academic foundation includes:

• 1990: General higher education entrance qualification from Leibniz-Gymnasium Düsseldorf
• 1992-1997: Business administration studies at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
• 2004: Doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) completion
• 2006-2007: Tax advisor certification

Prof. Strauch's scholarly work centers on corporate tax law with specialized expertise in business taxation, finance, and tax law. His research examines the critical intersection between tax considerations and corporate valuation methodologies, particularly through Discounted Cash Flow analysis. He has made substantial contributions to understanding how accounting standards (both IFRS and German GAAP) interact with business valuation practices, often revealing tensions between regulatory requirements and economic rationality in corporate transactions. His expertise extends to due diligence processes during mergers and acquisitions, where he has established himself as a leading authority through both academic publications and practical industry applications.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory focused on due diligence, corporate valuation, and tax implications in business transactions. The majority of his work addresses practical applications of financial and tax due diligence in mergers and acquisitions within German business contexts. His research evolved from foundational work on due diligence processes to increasingly specialized analyses of tax implications and accounting standards in corporate transactions, demonstrating growing sophistication in addressing complex intersections between law, finance, and business strategy.

While specific awards aren't documented in available materials, Prof. Strauch's reputation is evidenced by his extensive publication record including multiple editions of the authoritative reference work 'Due Diligence bei Unternehmensakquisitionen' which has become a standard text in German business education and professional practice.

Prof. Strauch maintains a robust connection between academic theory and industry practice through his professional appointments at KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft (2004-2017) specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions Tax and International Corporate Tax, and his current position at WTS Steuerberatungsgesellschaft mbH since 2018 focusing on Corporate Tax and M&A. This dual perspective enriches his teaching and research, ensuring relevance to contemporary business challenges. His advising likely emphasizes practical application for students pursuing careers in business law, taxation, and corporate finance.

Though specific laboratory facilities aren't mentioned, Prof. Strauch's collaborative research pattern, particularly with Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Berens, suggests he participates in research teams focused on corporate valuation methodologies and due diligence processes, contributing to both academic discourse and professional practice standards in these fields.