Stefan Hunziker

Prof. Dr. Stefan Hunziker is a full-time Professor and Head of the Competence Center for Risk and Compliance Management at the Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ), part of Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He holds leadership roles including Head of IFZ Research and Director of the MSc International Financial Management program. His academic career includes a Habilitation in Management Sciences (2024) and a PhD from University of St. Gallen (2014).

• University: Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts
• School: Lucerne School of Business
• Department: Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ)

Education includes a Master of Science in Business Administration (Summa Cum Laude, 2006) and certifications as Certified Internal Control Professional (CICP, 2017). Professional roles span Board Chairmanship at SwissERM, consulting for executive risk management, and teaching at the Swiss Institute of Certified Accountants.

Research focuses on Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Compliance, Internal Control, and Decision Quality. Over 50 publications include books on ERM frameworks, research design, and risk governance. Recent work explores Return on Compliance, Cyber Risk Integration, and Climate Risk Management.

Awards include the IBS Switzerland AG Prize for outstanding master's theses (2014) and academic excellence recognition for his Master's degree (2006). Active in advisory roles including SwissGRC and numerous professional memberships.