Dr. Johan Åkesson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Johan Åkesson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in management control systems and accounting. He is known for his contributions to various research areas, including design issues in management control and the behavioral aspects of management accounting. Åkesson has authored several impactful publications, such as 'Responsibility Structure' and 'Conceptualizing Dysfunctional Consequences', providing insights into performance measurement systems in the public sector. His teaching focuses on fundamental management accounting concepts and relationships, emphasizing performance measurement systems and hierarchical accountability. Åkesson's work addresses the challenges faced by complex organizations and explores the strategic alignment of management accounting practices. He actively participates in conferences, sharing knowledge on topics related to financial metrics and management control systems. His research significantly influences the academic discourse in public management and accounting.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).