Markus Schwaninger | Business Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Markus Schwaninger
Professor Emeritus, Institute of Management and Strategy, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Markus Schwaninger
Affiliation University of St. Gallen
Country Switzerland
Scopus ID 7005462927
Documents 87
Citations 1,813
h-index 22
Subject Area Business, Management and Accounting
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Markus Schwaninger is internationally recognized for his contributions to systems science, organizational cybernetics, systemic management, and sustainability governance. As Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Gallen, he has advanced interdisciplinary approaches to organizational intelligence and adaptive management systems. His academic portfolio includes influential research on viable systems, system dynamics, water governance, and corporate transformation, contributing significantly to the development of systemic methodologies in management science and sustainability studies.[1]

Abstract

This academic profile presents the scholarly achievements and systemic research contributions of Markus Schwaninger, Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Gallen. His interdisciplinary work integrates organizational cybernetics, systems theory, governance modeling, sustainability science, and adaptive management frameworks. Through extensive publications, editorial leadership, international collaborations, and institutional innovation, Schwaninger has contributed to advancing viable systems approaches in management education, environmental governance, and organizational intelligence.[2]

Keywords

Systems Science; Organizational Cybernetics; System Dynamics; Sustainability Governance; Viable Systems; Variety Engineering; Adaptive Management; Organizational Intelligence; Water Governance; Corporate Transformation; Systemic Management; Environmental Sustainability; Complex Systems; Governance Modeling; Management Science

Introduction

Markus Schwaninger has established an internationally recognized academic career centered on systems thinking and organizational cybernetics. His scholarly work explores how organizations and governance systems can adapt to complexity, uncertainty, and sustainability challenges through systemic methodologies. Over several decades, he has contributed to the evolution of the St. Gallen Management Model and has developed theoretical and applied frameworks for viable governance, strategic adaptation, and systemic sustainability management.[3]

Research Profile

Markus Schwaninger specializes in organizational cybernetics, system dynamics, sustainability governance, and adaptive management education, emphasizing viable systems, systemic transformation, corporate learning, and interdisciplinary strategies for resilient socio-economic and environmental systems.

Research Contributions

Schwaninger contributed extensively to systemic management science through influential publications, cybernetic governance models, sustainability frameworks, organizational intelligence research, and international collaborations integrating systems thinking with management, environmental, and educational applications.

Publications

Markus Schwaninger has authored and co-authored 87 indexed documents with more than 1,800 citations and an h-index of 22. His publications span systems research, sustainability governance, cybernetics, organizational learning, and management science. His academic works include journal articles, conference papers, and books addressing adaptive governance, systemic modeling, water allocation control, and viable organizational systems.[1]

  • “Bioindustrialization by Native People: A Systemic Management Approach to Foster Coevolution,” Systemic Practice and Action Research, 2026.
  • “Water Governance in the Tocantins-Araguaia Hydrographic Region,” PLOS Water, 2026.
  • “Systemic Management Education as an Adaptive Venture,” Systems Research and Behavioral Science, 2026.
  • “Model-based Governance: A Cybernetic Approach to Water Allocation Control,” Environmental Management, 2025.
  • “Linear versus Non-linear Modelling: A Systemic Analysis with Empirical Data on Credit and Investment,” Systems Research and Behavioral Science, 2025.

Research Impact

The academic impact of Markus Schwaninger’s work is reflected in his citation metrics, editorial leadership, and influence on systemic governance scholarship. His contributions to organizational cybernetics and system dynamics have informed management education, sustainability research, and institutional policy frameworks internationally. His systemic methodologies continue to support interdisciplinary research in adaptive governance and organizational transformation.[2]

Award Suitability

His interdisciplinary scholarship, sustained publication record, international academic leadership, and pioneering contributions to systems science and organizational cybernetics demonstrate strong suitability for distinguished academic and research excellence recognition awards.[3]

Conclusion

Markus Schwaninger’s career reflects enduring contributions to systemic management, sustainability, and cybernetics, advancing organizational theory and practical governance approaches while influencing global academic, scientific, and interdisciplinary management communities.[5]

References

  1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Markus Schwaninger, Author ID 7005462927. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7005462927
  2. Schwaninger, M. et al. (2026). Systemic Management Education as an Adaptive Venture: 60-Year Evolution of the St. Gallen Management Model. Systems Research and Behavioral Science.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/sres.3120
  3. Schwaninger, M. (2025). Model-based Governance: A Cybernetic Approach to Water Allocation Control. Environmental Management.
  4. University of St. Gallen. (2026). Academic profile and publication archive of Markus Schwaninger.
    https://www.alexandria.unisg.ch/entities/person/Markus_Schwaninger/publications
  5. Schwaninger, M. et al. (2026). Water Governance in the Tocantins-Araguaia Hydrographic Region: Assessing Viability Using a Participatory Systemic Approach. PLOS Water.
    https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pwat.0000347

Dr. Abdul-latif mohammed | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abdul-latif mohammed | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abdul-latif mohammed | Accounting – Academic and researcher at The Uni of Newcastle, Australia

Dr. Abdul-Latif Mohammed is a rising academic whose research explores the intersection of social entrepreneurship, institutional logics, and sustainability transitions. With a strong background in organisational studies, he adopts qualitative methodologies to examine how hybrid organisations navigate complex social and economic goals. Dr. Mohammed has contributed to international research collaborations, academic publishing, and student mentorship. His work reflects a commitment to scholarly impact, real-world problem-solving, and inclusive development, particularly in emerging economies and the global South.

Profile:

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Education:

Dr. Mohammed holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management from the University of Newcastle, Australia, where his research focused on managing tensions in Ghanaian healthcare social enterprises. His thesis employed in-depth case study analysis using the Gioia method and NVivo software. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Zhejiang Normal University in China and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His international academic background enables a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary approach to both research and teaching.

Experience:

Dr. Mohammed has amassed a wide range of academic experiences across leading Australian institutions. He currently teaches postgraduate and undergraduate courses at the Canterbury Institute of Management and Southern Cross Institute. His previous roles include Assistant Lecturer at the University of Newcastle, where he taught strategic management and human resource development. In addition to formal teaching, he has conducted qualitative research training and mentored Honours and PhD students. His leadership in teaching and academic support showcases a strong commitment to student development and research-led education.

Research Interests:

His research interests span social entrepreneurship, sustainability transitions, hybrid organisations, and institutional theory. Dr. Mohammed is particularly drawn to understanding how belief systems, leadership styles, and institutional logics influence organisational strategies in transitional and low-resource contexts. His methodological strengths lie in qualitative design, especially the Gioia method and discourse analysis, often applied in multi-level, cross-cultural case studies. He is also involved in collaborative work related to financial inclusion and governance in developing economies.

Awards:

Dr. Mohammed’s academic contributions have been recognised through multiple awards and grants. Most notably, he received the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship, which funded his doctoral research with full tuition and stipend support. He was also awarded a conference travel grant by the University of Newcastle to present original work at the AIB Oceania Conference. These awards reflect the academic merit, relevance, and innovation of his research activities.

Publications 📚:

Dr. Mohammed has authored several impactful publications that contribute to critical discourse on sustainability, healthcare, and social enterprise. Selected works include:

📘 Mohammed, A. L. (2025). Managing tensions in social enterprises – A Ghana healthcare case study. Nova Repository. Cited by 4 articles.

📙 Mohammed, A. L. (Forthcoming). Institutional logics in Ghanaian healthcare social enterprises. Journal of Social Entrepreneurship (ABDC–B).

📗 Mohammed, A. L., Yakubu, I. N., & Bunyaminu, A. (2025). Financial inclusion and SDG Index in ASEAN-5 countries. Springer. Cited by 3 articles.

📕 Mohammed, A. L., Yakubu, I. N., & Abdallah, I. (2024). Corruption control and health outcomes in SDG progress. IGI Global.

📒 Yakubu, I. N., Abdul-Wahab, A. H., & Mohammed, A. L. (2023). Institutional efficiency and energy outcomes in MINT economies. IGI Global.

📝 Mohammed, A. L., Joanna, V., & Elahe, G. (In preparation). Leadership in Ghana’s healthcare social enterprises. Target: Journal of Management Studies (ABDC–A*).

📄 Mohammed, A. L. (In preparation). Improving access to healthcare for marginalised groups in Ghana. Target: Social Science & Medicine (Q1).

Conclusion:

In conclusion, Dr. Abdul-Latif Mohammed’s research portfolio reflects innovation, social relevance, and theoretical depth. His ability to integrate rigorous academic inquiry with meaningful societal issues distinguishes him as a transformative researcher. With a growing international profile, a strong publication record, and an unwavering commitment to capacity-building and collaboration, Dr. Mohammed is exceptionally well-suited for the Best Researcher Award. His work is not only shaping academic conversations but also influencing practical strategies for sustainable development and inclusive organisational leadership.