Dr. Fredrik Nilsson

Professor

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Biography

Fredrik Nilsson is a Professor of Business Studies specializing in Accounting at Uppsala University. He holds a PhD and has served as a professor in Economic Information Systems at Linköping University. His research interests focus on the intersection of strategy and information systems, particularly in areas such as financial accounting, management control, and production control. With extensive teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels, Nilsson is actively involved in the Master Programme in Accounting and Financial Management at Uppsala University. He has supervised over fifteen Ph.D. and Licentiate students, demonstrating a commitment to academic mentorship and research advancement. His awards include the 'Ekonomiforskningsstiftelsens forskarpris 2016' for his contributions to economic research. Nilsson has published several influential monographs and edited volumes on topics related to management control and strategic alignment, contributing significantly to journals in the field such as Accounting & Finance and the British Accounting Review. He has also been a visiting scholar at prestigious institutions like Stanford University and Oxford University, furthering his academic outreach and collaboration.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala

Currently holds the position of Professor of Business Studies specializing in Accounting.

Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping

Previously served as a Professor in Economic Information Systems.

Visiting Scholar

2015-09-01 — 2015-12-01

Stanford University • Stanford

Participated in research collaboration through the Scandinavian Consortium for Organizational Research.

Academic Visitor

2023-09-01 — 2024-02-01

Saïd Business School, Oxford University • Oxford

Engaged in academic activities and research.

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.