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Prof. Thomas Keil is a tenured full professor and Chair in International Management at the University of Zurich. He has held academic roles at Aalto University, York University, and Helsinki University of Technology. His research focuses on strategic management of multinational enterprises, corporate entrepreneurship, and M&A dynamics. He earned a D.Sc. (Tech) from Helsinki University of Technology and has held visiting professorships at institutions like the University of St. Gallen.
Education:
- Doctor of Science in Technology (2000), Helsinki University of Technology
- Licentiate in Technology (1998), Helsinki University of Technology
- MSc Industrial Management (1996), Darmstadt University of Technology
Research Interests: Prof. Keil explores strategic renewal, M&A strategies, corporate venture capital, and leadership team effectiveness. His work bridges theoretical contributions with practical insights for multinational firms. He emphasizes adaptive organizational learning and the role of leadership in navigating discontinuous changes.
Publications: His 150+ peer-reviewed articles appear in top journals like Academy of Management Journal, Strategic Management Journal, and Organization Science. Recent work addresses board decision-making biases, CEO succession dynamics, and the behavioral economics of strategic choices.
Awards:
- Winner of Helsinki University of Technology's Best Dissertation Award (2000)
- Recipient of multiple international research awards
Advising & Grants: He advises Fortune 500 firms on leadership transitions and strategy execution. His research has been funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, Academy of Finland, and TEKES.
Labs & Teams: Leads the Chair of International Management at UZH, focusing on global strategy and leadership. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects involving corporate innovation ecosystems.
