Jose Gomez

Prof. Dr. José Gomez serves as Rector of Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences Switzerland and CEO of Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences AG. He represents the university in multiple administrative and foundation boards and holds leadership roles in Swiss higher education organizations, including AMS, AAPU, and swissuniversities.

Education:

• Doctorate with highest distinction from the University of St.Gallen (Dr. oec. HSG)
• Diploma in Business Administration and Higher Education from the University of St.Gallen (HSG)
• lic. oec. HSG in Business Administration, specializing in Banking

Research Interests:

• Applied psychology, health, and music psychology
• Business education, economics, and vocational training
• Higher education management and leadership
• Strategic management in academic institutions

Professional Leadership:

• Rector and CEO roles at Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences Switzerland and AG
• Vice-Rectorate for Studies & Teaching, University of St.Gallen (HSG)
• Head of Economics and MBA Programs at FHS St.Gallen (now FH OST)
• Project manager and research associate at the Institute for Business Education, HSG