Dr. Thomas Robinson

Professor

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Biography

Thomas Robinson is a Professor at the University of Fribourg, specializing in Business Anthropology with a PhD in Social Anthropology from the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on teamwork and leadership in high-risk environments, as well as societal trends and the adoption of technology. Thomas has considerable experience in leading high-performing teams and guiding strategic decision-making at the intersection of customer needs, strategy, and innovation. He previously served as the head of user research at Swisscom Innovation for 15 years, where he played a crucial role in aligning business culture with customer-driven innovation. Alongside his academic pursuits, Thomas is a co-founder of nextnow.ch, a consultancy that emphasizes radical innovation. His unique background includes 14 years spent fishing in the Bering Sea in Alaska, which informs his hands-on approach to facilitating disruptive growth and driving organizational change.

Research Interests

Courses

Business Anthropology

Requirements for University of Fribourg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university in a related field Minimum 60-90 ECTS in the chosen discipline
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation letter
  • Language proficiency certificate
  • Copy of passport/ID
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply to English-taught Master programs across SES and Science faculties.