Michael Klotz

Prof. Michael Klotz is a Full Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Stralsund, School of Business Studies, specializing in Business Administration with focuses on organization, information management, and IT governance. He holds a Dr. rer. oec. from the Technical University of Berlin and has over two decades of academic and industry experience. His current role includes Deputy Head of the Institute for Renewable Energy Systems (IRES). Key areas of expertise include IT governance, compliance, risk management, and project management standards. He leads third-party funded projects like the Mittelstand-Digital Center (2023-2026) and SME 4.0 Competence Center (2020-2022).

Education: Studied Business Administration at TU Berlin (1980-1985), earned his doctorate in 1990. Professional roles include management consultant, project manager, and academic leadership.

Research focuses on AI governance, digital transformation, and compliance frameworks. He co-edits the journal IT-Governance and actively contributes to standards like ISO/IEC 38500 and COBIT. His projects emphasize practical application of governance principles in SMEs and tourism sectors.

Collaborations include partnerships with universities, research institutions, and industry stakeholders. Notable publications span IT governance, compliance, and innovation in SMEs. His work bridges theory and practice, influencing both academic and industrial practices.