The Institute for International Management and Diversity Management (IIDM-HSG), formerly known as the Research Institute for International Management (FIM-HSG), has been a leading hub for cutting-edge research, project work, and educational programs since its establishment in 2013. Effective 1 January 2025, this name change signifies the institute’s expanded strategic focus on the promotion of diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, alongside its foundational expertise in international management.
With a distinguished history of impactful research and consultancy, IIDM-HSG operates through a robust structure of five Competence Centres:
Competence Center for Diversity, Disability and Inclusion (CCDI)
India Competence Centre (ICC)
China Competence Centre (CCC)
Competence Centre for Top Teams (CCTT)
Corporate Governance Competence Centre (CGCC):
Over the years, the institute has significantly expanded its reach and impact. Notable achievements include publishing in leading academic journals such as the Journal of Management Studies, Journal of Business Research, and Leadership Quarterly, and presenting the First Sino-Swiss Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Academic Evaluation Report in the presence of the President of the Swiss Federation and other officials.IIDM-HSG faculty members have been consistently recognized for their excellence, with accolades such as the prestigious Latsis award and rankings among Switzerland’s TOP 100 Women in Business.
The transition to IIDM-HSG brings a new leadership team comprising Prof. Winfried Ruigrok, Prof. Gudrun Sander, and Prof. Stephan Böhm. Together, they guide the institute in addressing the complex challenges of today’s business world while reinforcing its position as a global leader in diversity management.
As we integrate International Management with Diversity, Disability, and Inclusion, IIDM-HSG envisions becoming a unique institute with significant impact both at HSG and globally. With approximately 40 dedicated employees, we remain committed to providing innovative solutions and advancing the fields of management and inclusion for the benefit of business and society.
