Research

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An explorer mind-set aiming to understand and analyse the fundamental mechanisms of our economic world and the behaviours that determine individual decision-making.

The agents of research at HEC Lausanne

Research at HEC Lausanne is conducted by more than 360 researchers, recognized for the excellence of their work and academic backgroundOur researchers' articles are regularly published in the most selective and prestigious international scientific journals.

The research community at HEC Lausanne also has a distinctively high international composition and wide range of experts, such as economists, sociologists and psychologists.

A public good

Striking a balance between academic rigor and creativity, research at HEC Lausanne contributes significantly to scientific, economic and political debates, as well as the development of an innovative spirit. Its impact becomes concrete in areas such as corporate ethics and governance, tax policy, management techniques, cybersecurity and industrial supply chain management.

Quality - A story of recognition

HEC Lausanne has been awarded a double accreditation by EQUIS and AMBA, which certify the quality of the research and teaching activities held at our institution. Furthermore, our professors and researchers are invited regularly to share their insights more broadly with the general public, through media interviews and as speakers at conferences as well. Our Faculty has also created the HECImpact blog, a platform specifically dedicated to sharing knowledge with the larger society.

Latest news on research at HEC & UNIL

Workshops for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers Published on 19.09.23
Workshops for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers
Few places are still available for workshops organized by the Graduate Campus.
HEC Lausanne has got talent - July 2023 Published on 02.08.23
HEC Lausanne has got talent - July 2023
Discover those in the HEC Lausanne (UNIL) community - students, researchers, teachers or staff - who have been honored or celebrated recently.
Immersive virtual reality helps to promote pro-environmental behavioural strategies Published on 27.07.23
Immersive virtual reality helps to promote pro-environmental behavioural strategies
What if immersive virtual reality was more effective than traditional campaigns in promoting better green behaviours?
A new distinction for sustainability at HEC Lausanne Published on 19.07.23
A new distinction for sustainability at HEC Lausanne
Professor at HEC Lausanne (UNIL) and Director of the HEC Research Center for Grand Challenges, Patrick Haack has just been recognized for his commitment to sustainability topics at HEC Lausanne, by PRME (The Principles for Responsible Management Education). This United Nations initiative, to which our Faculty has recently been affiliated, aims to promote training, research and practices focused on social and environmental responsibility within schools of business and economics.
Research Excellence at HEC Lausanne: Over CHF 6 million in funding awarded Published on 11.07.23
Research Excellence at HEC Lausanne: Over CHF 6 million in funding awarded
HEC Lausanne (UNIL) is thrilled to announce that 13 research projects led by its members have been selected by external funding during the 2022-2023 academic year, totaling CHF 6,355,000.
Improving CSR Reporting and reducing greenwashing – a new approach Published on 06.07.23
Improving CSR Reporting and reducing greenwashing – a new approach
How can you counter greenwashing and help save the planet? Discover a new approach to improving Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting.
HEC Lausanne has got talent – May 2023 Published on 31.05.23
HEC Lausanne has got talent – May 2023
Discover those from the HEC Lausanne (UNIL) community - students, researchers, teachers or staff members - who have been honored or whose success has been celebrated recently.
The diminishing CO2 impact of Swiss real estate investments
Published on 23.05.23
The diminishing CO2 impact of Swiss real estate investments
Greenhouse gas emissions from buildings owned by Swiss real estate investment vehicles fell by around 10% in 2021 on the previous year. According to the second annual study looking at the ESG commitments of Swiss real estate funds, foundations and companies – carried out by researchers at the Faculty of Business and Economics of the University of Lausanne (HEC Lausanne) in collaboration with BCV – there was a shift toward renewables and away from fossil energy, which accounted for 42% of the buildings’ energy mix, down from 46% in 2020.
Improving the performance of bond portfolios by combining machine learning and economics Published on 16.05.23
Improving the performance of bond portfolios by combining machine learning and economics
Research: From healthcare to marketing, IT to transport, artificial intelligence and machine learning are disrupting the business world. Financial services is no exception.
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