Michael Blankenagel

Michael Blankenagel serves as Head of Studies and Lecturer at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts - Business, specifically at the Institute for Financial Services Zug (IFZ) where he leads the Master of Science in International Financial Management program. He has extensive experience in both academia and corporate management, with a focus on controlling, financial management, and business education.

His educational background includes a degree in Business Administration from the University of Bayreuth and the University of St. Gallen, followed by doctoral studies at the University of St. Gallen where he obtained a doctorate in economics. He also earned a Certificate in University Didactics in 2008.

Dr. Blankenagel's research interests center around controlling, corporate performance management, strategic planning, and financial management. His work bridges academic theory with practical business applications, particularly in the areas of performance measurement systems, business intelligence, and integrated corporate planning. His teaching encompasses Controlling for industrial engineers, Accounting for industrial engineers, Management, and Corporate Performance Management at the MSc level.

An analysis of his publications reveals a strong focus on practical business research methodologies, controlling systems, and performance measurement. His most recent work, 'Research Design in Business and Management' (2024), continues his long-standing interest in providing practical research guidance for students and professionals. Earlier works focus on balanced scorecard implementation, internal control systems in Swiss companies, and the integration of innovation into corporate planning.

While no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided text, his significant contributions include developing curriculum for business education, presenting research at international conferences like the European Accounting Association Annual Congress, and serving as a lecturer for professional certification programs.

As Head of Studies for the MSc in International Financial Management, Dr. Blankenagel supervises master's theses and has been instrumental in developing business education curriculum. His professional experience includes consulting projects in strategic planning, restructuring, and business intelligence competency building. He has also been involved in research projects related to Monte Carlo methods for financial pricing, enterprise risk management, and regulatory changes in accounting.