Dr. Joakim Lilliesköld

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joakim Lilliesköld is an Associate Professor in Industrial Systems Engineering at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Stockholm, Sweden. He received his Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1998 and completed his PhD in 2006. His research focuses on Systems Engineering Management, particularly concerning complex industrial systems, project management, and quality management. Joakim has directed various educational programs, including Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees, at KTH. He has authored numerous publications in project management and quality management, including a book titled 'Handbook Small Projects' translated into Swedish, Danish, and English. His academic contributions encompass International books on managing complex projects, and he has been involved in significant research efforts on product development and innovation. Joakim has delivered numerous presentations to organizations like Saab and Volvo, promoting concepts from his research and has supervised several PhD students. Additionally, his work aims to develop effective measurement systems for project management and product development processes to enhance organizational efficiency.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Responsible for teaching and supervising in the field of Industrial Systems Engineering.

Awards

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Janne Carlssons stipendium Academic Leadership

2017-01-01
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KTH Pedagogical Prize

2011-01-01

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).