Professor Dr. Jos Akkermans

Biography

Jos Akkermans serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Management and Organization at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He is the program director of the Business Administration Master's program and leads research projects relating to sustainable career development. His main research areas focus on career shocks, employability, and non-standard careers. Additionally, Jos is an associate editor for the Journal of Vocational Behavior and has held various leadership roles, including the position of Division Chair for the Academy of Management Careers Division. He has actively contributed to academia by mentoring students and receiving several teaching awards, including the Faculty Teacher Award in 2016. Jos has published in high-impact journals such as the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior, and he has received numerous accolades for his research and contributions to the field of management. He continues to engage with professionals and academics globally, conducting keynote lectures and collaborating on research projects. His commitment to advancing understanding in career development and sustainability remains a driving force in his academic work.

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