Dr. Christian Ax

Professor

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Biography

Christian Ax is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, where he has focused his research primarily on management accounting since earning his PhD in 1997. His work has delved into the design and use of management accounting control systems, particularly in relation to cost management innovations such as activity-based costing. His current research interests include the diffusion of management accounting innovations and the impacts of digitalization on management control systems.

Research Interests

Management Accounting Cost Management Innovations Management Control Systems Digitalization

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).