Dr. Christopher Hartwell

Professor

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Biography

Christopher Hartwell is a university professor at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, where he heads the International Management Institute. His teaching focuses on International Economics, Politics (Country Risk), Macroeconomics, Foreign Affairs, Diplomacy, and Business in Emerging Markets. Hartwell has an extensive background in academia and international development, with prior positions held at Kozminski University and Bournemouth University. He has led research initiatives in emerging markets, advised the World Bank Group, and worked with various international organizations on development projects across the globe including in Armenia, Tonga, and Afghanistan. His research includes publications on economic resilience and the dynamics of international trade. Hartwell has achieved his habilitation in Economics and Finance and holds degrees from prestigious institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University.

Research Interests

Experience

University Professor

2021-02-01 — Present

ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences • Winterthur, Switzerland

Leading the International Management Institute and teaching various economics courses.

Professor of Financial Systems Resilience

2018-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Bournemouth University • Bournemouth, UK

Researching and teaching in areas related to financial system resilience.

Requirements for ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:83
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:115
Overall
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or engineering field Letter of recommendation from a university lecturer
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Passport or ID card copy
  • Passport photo (JPG format)
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally to the Master of Science in Engineering and its specializations like Data Science, Computer Science, and Medical Physics.