Dr. Christian Keen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christian Keen is an Associate Professor at Université Laval in the Department of Management. He holds a Ph.D. in Administration with a specialization in Strategy from McGill University, an MBA from Gabriela Mistral University, and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the same institution. Keen's research focuses on entrepreneurship, international trade, and business strategy, specifically exploring family businesses and their adaptation to sustainability challenges. He is actively involved in various research projects that investigate value proposition frameworks and the impact of digital technology on internationalization processes for SMEs. Keen has published numerous articles in prestigious journals and has participated in major international conferences, presenting insights on ethnic entrepreneurship and the dynamics of international business. He is also a co-founder of a research center dedicated to Indigenous business advancement and holds editorial responsibilities with several academic journals. Keen's work is characterized by a commitment to understanding the complexities of entrepreneurship in emerging economies and the strategic decisions driving business sustainability.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Université Laval • Quebec, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of management, focusing on entrepreneurship and international business.

Requirements for Laval University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.22
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
PTE
Overall
Required:53
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in business or related field Basic college-level mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Resume
  • Letter of intent
  • Academic transcripts
  • French proficiency test results (TCF/TFI)
Specialization Notes

Department of Management / MBA programs often require higher GPAs and specific English proficiency.