Dr. Pierre Donatella

Associate Professor

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Biography

Pierre Donatella is an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in Public Administration. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the School of Business, Economics, and Law. His teaching encompasses financial accounting, where he supervises thesis work and participates in examinations. He has authored and co-authored numerous journal articles exploring financial reporting and auditing practices among local governments, with a focus on understanding variations in accounting approaches. Additionally, he has developed textbooks on financial analysis and municipal financial reporting. His professional involvement extends to various governmental roles, including significant assignments with the Swedish Ministry of Finance and the Swedish National Audit Office, enhancing his engagement with community capacities through practical-oriented research in local government accounting and management. Pierre serves as the Director of Doctoral Studies at the School of Public Administration and is actively engaged in several research and educational initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and supervising in Public Administration with a focus on financial accounting.

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).