Stefan Schmid

Stefan Schmid is a Professor of International Management and Strategic Management at ESCP Business School's Berlin Campus. His research focuses on multinational corporation structures, subsidiary roles, corporate governance, and internationalization strategies.

• University: ESCP Business School, Berlin Campus
• Department: International Management and Strategic Management
• Academic Rank: Professor

Professor Schmid's work examines foreign subsidiaries as centers of competence, international corporate governance, and strategic standardization versus adaptation. His case studies span industries like automotive, retail, and consumer goods, analyzing companies such as Audi, Adidas, and Lidl. He has co-edited the "mir-Edition" series since 2008.

Recent article trends highlight his expertise in cross-border acquisitions, subsidiary performance evaluation, and global retail expansion strategies. His research often integrates network theory and stakeholder management perspectives.

Key students include Katharina Kretschmer (subsidiary performance), Tobias Dauth (top management internationalization), and Philipp Grosche (value chain coordination). He has supervised dissertations on service offshoring, subsidiary relationships, and international market strategies.