Schiller University Blog

In the 21st century, and after all the transformations brought about by the pandemic, we’re aware of the importance of digital transformation processes and the value of technology in our daily lives.

Joerg Fleckenstein graduated from Schiller Heidelberg in the Spring of 2021, with a Master's degree in Business Administration. Prior to completing his MBA, he had a successful career in fundraising for the nonprofit sector in London, and in business development and fundraising in research institutions such as the German Cancer Research Center and Human Rights Watch in Germany.

The world has changed, is changing and will continue to do so more and more as the years go by. Today, most companies face new challenges linked to various issues such as climate change, environmental footprints, sustainable financing and the need to minimize their impact in order to start generating a positive effect on the planet, the economy and, of course, people. 

Paul Isbell is a writer, researcher, analyst, and strategic consultant. He taught economics and international affairs at Schiller Madrid from 1993 to 1999. He has developed a successful career both as a senior strategic think tank analyst and, as an economic analyst, editor and writer in the financial sector and media.

Carmen graduated from Schiller Heidelberg in 1997 with a major in Business Administration and International Business. She developed a very successful career at Electrolux, where she worked as a marketing communications manager for several years.

The only constant in life is change". Heraclitus said this over 2,500 years ago, and today, given the dizzying pace at which society, technology, digitalization, and innovation are advancing, this statement remains a resounding truth. A reality that implies the emergence of constant challenges (economic, cultural, political, or environmental) that we must be able to face as a society, and be able to adapt to them. 

On 1 December 2022, Schiller International University organized an IRD Global Talk on the topic “Current Developments in the Western Balkans & EU Accession Processes”. This talk, given by Dr. Alenka Verbole, explored what the Western Balkans region is, as well as its characteristics and specificities in light of the lengthy EU accession process. Emphasis was laid on developments, challenges, and stakeholders, in the region and beyond, looking at the six countries (WB6) that are Montenegro, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), and Kosovo**. 

Are you thinking about studying for an MBA, but you're not sure if it's for you? We'll answer all your questions here. A Master in Business Administration (MBA) is a master's degree that enables you to develop managerial, financial, and leadership skills, build innovative ideas, work with large volumes of data and lead businesses and/or companies in senior management positions.

On 28 November 2022, Schiller International University organized an IRD Global Talk on the theme: “What are the Challenges Facing Eastern Christians?” Tigrane Yegavian began his talk by underlining how important it is to deconstruct common misconceptions

Sonya Holley graduated from Schiller London in 2001 with a major in Business Administration and from Schiller Madrid in 2002 with a Master of Business Administration. She has a successful career in the fashion industry where she worked for iconic brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren as an international director. 

On 18 November 2022, Schiller International University organized a global online seminar to discuss the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union that entered into force in 2018 and is widely seen as a ‘gold standard’ for personal data protection. 

Pantelis Karanikolaou graduated from Schiller International University in Madrid, in June 1997 with a double major in Economics and International Relations and Diplomacy. He has developed a successful career in the financial sector working for solution providers and consulting firms in Bangkok, Thailand, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Dublin. Originally from Greece, he currently works in London as a business solution architect at BCM Temenos Offering.