Oliver Kessler

Head International Office, Dozent/Lecturer, Wissenschaftler/Researcher, Berater/Consultant/Coach, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, School of Business

Oliver Kessler is a prominent figure in the field of higher education and research, currently serving as the Head of the International Office at HSLU Hochschule Luzern, where he has held this position since March 2022. His role encompasses responsibilities as a researcher, consultant, and coach, reflecting his extensive experience in academia and public health management.

Professional Experience

HSLU Hochschule Luzern (March 2022 - Present)
- Head International Office / Researcher / Consultant / Coach
Hochschule Luzern - Wirtschaft, Institut für Betriebs- und Regionalökonomie IBR (2003 - April 2023)
- Co-Leiter Forschungs- und Beratungsschwerpunkt Öffentliches Gesundheitsmanagement
- Dozent, Forscher, Berater
- Co-Leiter International Office (September 2019 - February 2022)
- Leiter Kompetenzzentrum Public and Nonprofit Management (2006 - August 2020)
Kessler Studien und Beratung (2002 - 2006)
- Independent researcher and consultant
Sozialdepartement der Stadt Zürich (1998 - 2001)
- Co-Leiter Denkfabrik Arbeit

Education

Université de Neuchâtel: Certificat d’études préparatoires ès sciences économiques, politiques et sociales (1992 - 1994)
Universität St. Gallen: lic.rer.publ. HSG, Staatswissenschaften - Internationale Beziehungen (1995 - 1998)
ETH Zürich: Environmental Engineering (1990 - 1992)
Kantonsschule Rämibühl, Zürich: Matura (1985 - 1989)

Language Proficiency

Oliver is proficient in multiple languages, including Portuguese, French, and English.

His extensive background in public health management and international relations positions him as a valuable asset to HSLU and the broader academic community.