Martina Menne

Prof. Dr. Martina Menne is a Professor of Business Administration and Equal Opportunities Officer at the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University Villingen-Schwenningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Business since 2009.

Her academic background includes:

• Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Dortmund (1987–1993)
• Doctorate in Political Science at the University of Dortmund (1993–2000)

Her research focuses on Behavioral Economics, New Work, and SME Management, with specific attention to business succession, gender equality in economic sectors, and organizational dynamics. She teaches courses in Investment and Financing, Organization and Management, and Controlling.

Prior to her academic career, she worked as an IT Product Manager (1999–2003) and IT Project Manager (1993–1999) in Dortmund, integrating industry experience into her pedagogy. She has held lecturer roles at the University of Dortmund, International School of Management Dortmund, and Bochum Academy of Administration and Business (1989–1996).

Her affiliations and roles span:

• Faculty of Business, Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University Villingen-Schwenningen (2009–present)
• Professor at the Villingen-Schwenningen University of Cooperative Education (2003–2009)

She conducted research and teaching at the Chair of Economics (Money and Credit) at the University of Dortmund (1989–1994) and continues to advocate for equal opportunities in higher education.