KASSINIS GEORGE

George Kassins is a Professor in the Department of Business Administration and Public Administration at the University of Cyprus, affiliated with the School of Economics and Management. He holds a PhD in Economics from Princeton University (1997), an MA from the same institution (1995), an MCP in City Planning from MIT (1992), and dual degrees from Cornell University (1990). His research focuses on corporate social responsibility, environmental management practices, stakeholder engagement strategies, and the intersection of business ethics with public policy. He has extensively studied greenwashing phenomena, corporate legitimacy in extractive industries, and refugee attitudes in conflict zones.

Key research themes include analyzing how firms navigate environmental and social challenges, particularly in sectors such as tourism and healthcare. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implications for policy design and organizational strategy. Recent publications emphasize the financial and reputational consequences of perceived corporate hypocrisy, the strategic importance of stakeholder co-creation in healthcare systems, and international collaboration in sustainable development initiatives.

• Education:
  • PhD in Economics, Princeton University (1997)
  • MA in Economics, Princeton University (1995)
  • MCP in City Planning, MIT (1992)
  • AB in Economics & BS in Urban & Regional Studies, Cornell University (1990)
• Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary projects such as the SeaTecHub initiative for sustainable blue economies and the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.

His research has been applied to policy contexts including entrepreneurship ecosystems in Cyprus and stakeholder-driven innovations in public service delivery. While no explicit awards are listed, his work has been widely cited in debates on corporate accountability and environmental governance.