Research activities

The Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences has an interdisciplinary profile that brings together business and economics with social sciences under one roof. It covers a broad spectrum of research activities, ranging from theoretical and methodological basic research to practical applications.  The focus is on the traditional areas of business and economics sciences as well as communication science. 

From projects to impact: The research report of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences

In its research report, the Faculty presents its most important research activities and results. The report focuses on the three Focus Areas, which are illustrated by selected professors, projects, and publications: Digital Transformation and Change, Sustainable Economy and Consumption, Inequality and Diversity.

By presenting the Faculty's strategic research goals and the approach to measuring research performance and impact, the report provides insights into the underlying considerations and which research data are taken into account as quantitative metrics and qualitative indicators.

This first research report presents data on third-party funding, publications, and multi- and interdisciplinary research projects at the faculty up to and including 2024. It also highlights selected achievements by young researchers with strong research profiles.

Download: Research Report 2024

 

We aim to foster societal progress and inspire economic and social transformation. We are open to exchange and cooperation with a wide range of stakeholders from academia, business, and society. We would be delighted if this research report inspires you to get in touch with us. Together, we can then foster societal progress and inspire economic and social transformation.

The InnoGreenhouse

The InnoGreenhouse supports students, scientists, and all university members in developing their ideas and turning them into successful start-ups. As a project funded by the BMWi as part of EXIST-Potentiale, it brings together all start-up activities and initiatives at the University of Hohenheim.

Based on the three pillars of academia, service, and events, the InnoGreenhouse offers a comprehensive range of services: from knowledge transfer and individual consulting to networking events. This provides aspiring entrepreneurs with expert support on their journey from idea to business.

 

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DALAHO – The Hohenheim Data Laboratory

The Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences founded the ‘Hohenheim Data Laboratory’ (DALAHO) in May 2014. Since 2018, DALAHO has been managed by the Core Facility Hohenheim - Module ‘Data & Statistical Consulting’.

With DALAHO, the Faculty offers scientists and young researchers access to a wide range of international databases, including Bloomberg, Data-Stream, and Sirca. A powerful server enables fast and efficient evaluation of data sets with STATA 13 MP and R.

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Hohenheim Discussion Papers in Business, Economics and Social Sciences

The Faculty has its own publication series, the Hohenheim Discussion Papers in Business, Economics and Social Sciences. It offers researchers the opportunity to publish their research results early and easily, making them accessible to a wide audience. This promotes scientific exchange and raises the profile of current research in the fields of economics, social sciences and management.

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Contact

Tim Boissinot, M.Sc.

Head of Research and Knowledge Transfer | Dean's Office of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences

Schloss Hohenheim 1B
D-70599 Stuttgart

Tel. +49 (0)711 459 23896
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