Michael Posch

Dr. Michael Posch, MSc (WU), is a Senior Lecturer at the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Vienna), affiliated with the Institute for Business Education and the Department of Educational Science. His work focuses on economic education, tax literacy, and didactics of accounting, with an emphasis on video-based online learning modules and teacher training.

• Education:
  • PhD in Social and Economic Sciences (2017-2022, WU Vienna)
  • Master's in Business Education (2014-2017, WU Vienna)
  • Bachelor's in Business Consulting (2011-2014, University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt)

Research Interests: Posch specializes in promoting tax compliance among secondary school students, integrating didactic strategies for business training, and enhancing educational outcomes through digital tools. His projects include the Financial Education Coaches initiative in Viennese schools.

Teaching Roles: He teaches courses such as Accounting and Management Control, Business Teaching Methods I, and Teaching Behavior Training, primarily in Bachelor's and Master's programs. His pedagogical approach combines lectures, group work, and practical case studies.

Professional Experience: Since 2022, he has served as a Senior Lecturer and Scientific Project Assistant. Previous roles include University Assistant (2019-2022), Research Project Associate (2017-2019), and eAssistant (2015-2017). He also held non-academic roles at WU Executive Academy and Suadeo Steuerberatungs GmbH.