Business management

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Within the subject area of ​​business management, we develop knowledge and raise awareness of economically, socially and ecologically sustainable operations and systems.

Business Management at IMS

The focus of our research is on economically, socially and ecologically sustainable operations and systems. Priority themes include business models, value chains and innovation systems, in agriculture, forestry, horticulture and landscapes, at societal, business and individual scales, in urban and rural areas, and at national and global levels.

Research in the subject area aims to help solve complex problems linked to significant global challenges. Qualitative and quantitative research methods are used to investigate problems and issues, which contributes to positive and sustainable economic, social and ecological development.

The subject area aims to act as an agent of change for the green sector through active collaboration with networks and actors, and our research is characterized by an interdisciplinary approach, systems thinking and knowledge implementation. We are committed to entrepreneurship, management, leadership and governance.

A center and collaboration platform that connects SLU and the business community. We work to connect qualified research, education and collaboration with the green industries in the subject of business management. One of our largest projects is the Knowledge Hub in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.

Swedish Centre for Agricultural Business Management

We create sustainable system change through collaboration and joint knowledge development.