Strategic Management: From Insight to Decision

Professor Dr. Torsten-Oliver Salge is a distinguished academic leader at RWTH Aachen University, where he has served as Professor of Innovation, Strategy, and Organization since 2013. His educational journey spans multiple countries, having studied business administration at universities across Germany, France, Italy, and England, culminating in both an M.Phil. and Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge. As Co-Director of the Institute for Technology and Innovation Management, he has established himself as a prominent researcher with over 4,600 citations and an h-index of 32. His research impact is particularly evident in his work on healthcare innovation and information systems, including groundbreaking studies on hospital investment decisions. Before joining RWTH Aachen, he held academic positions at several prestigious institutions worldwide, including universities in Auckland, Buenos Aires, Oxford, and Philadelphia. At RWTH Aachen, he plays a crucial role in developing the MME TIME program, which uniquely combines technical expertise with management skills to cultivate future technology leaders. His research collaborations span diverse sectors, from healthcare and mobility to public administration and finance, demonstrating his commitment to bridging theoretical insights with practical applications.