Dr. Hans Andersson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hans Andersson is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, focusing on how business models and strategies enhance environmental innovation and promote sustainable solutions within organizations. His research emphasizes organizational strategies to tackle environmental challenges and includes projects related to business models, recycling, and industrial symbiosis. In recent years, he has led various projects in collaboration with the Biogas Solutions Research Center and is currently working on a project funded by the Kamprad Family Foundation, aimed at improving the value of biofertilizer and nutrient recirculation. Andersson's doctoral thesis, 'Organizing Individuality – Transparent Opaque Aspects Development Processes' (2002), investigated the transformation of product development processes at Orrefors Kosta Boda, highlighting the importance of individuality and uniqueness among people, especially designers, in achieving the company's success. Apart from research, he primarily teaches strategy and organization courses, including an advanced-level course on 'Strategy – Classic Contemporary Views,' where he integrates sustainability into the curriculum.

Research Interests

Courses

Strategy – Classic Contemporary Views

Requirements for Linköping 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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.