Lars Håkanson

Lars Håkanson is a Professor at the Department of International Economics, Government and Business, Copenhagen Business School (CBS), specializing in international business theory and practice. His research addresses complex geopolitical business environments, particularly in sanctioned and emerging markets.

His primary research interests include International Business, R&D Internationalization, and Ethics in Business, with significant focus on how psychic distance affects market entry strategies and the operational challenges of conducting business in politically sensitive regions like North Korea. Recent work examines the intersection of sanctions compliance, ethical dilemmas, and strategic decision-making in global partnerships.

Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals a strong emphasis on practical applications of international business theory through teaching cases and methodological innovations. Key trends include using real-world dilemmas (e.g., North Korean brewery ventures) to illustrate theoretical concepts, developing patent-based metrics for R&D internationalization, and advancing psychic distance frameworks for cross-cultural management.