Venice School of Management
Department of Management

Research

"We aspire to bridge ideas and develop groundbreaking research to broaden our understanding and knowledge of management".

Anna Comacchio, Dean of Venice School of Management

Activities

At Venice School of Management, we address global challenges and want to make an impact for a positive change in today’s world. 

Our research environment enhances collaboration, to support young researchers and to encourage all academics to build long-lasting career paths with us. 

The research achievements of VSM add value to our courses, thanks to the integration of new knowledge in our programmes.

Our research activities are organised around 9 Labs, 3 Centres and 4 Observatories, which attract top researchers from different disciplinary backgrounds, studying and working together on specific topics.

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Our cutting-edge research translates into a positive impact for the society thanks to:

Quality

We believe that high-quality research enriches our academic understanding and, at the same time, can provide concrete and innovative solutions capable of generating a positive impact on society. We collaborate with internationally renowned academics and invest in the training of researchers, who publish in prestigious journals, fueling the global scientific debate

Interdisciplinarity

Our approach to research is characterized by a strong interdisciplinary orientation, fostering an innovative and stimulating environment for academic growth. The interplay between different disciplines enables us to develop unique solutions and tackle complex management challenges in new and creative ways

International partnerships

We build strong and lasting relationships with universities, companies, and innovative leaders, both nationally and internationally. These partnerships not only enrich the experience of our researchers but also promote the development of projects with significant economic and social impact

Our goals

  • Develop strong relationships with international universities to enhance research collaborations with high-profile researchers.

  • Attract international scholars by offering them the opportunity to engage with a vibrant global community and work in Venice, a unique city that blends history and innovation.

  • Facilitate the mobility of researchers by supporting their participation in international conferences, providing opportunities for networking, professional development, and sharing research findings with the global scientific community.

  • Promote the development and dissemination of research through collaboration with companies, facilitating the implementation of innovative solutions and the translation of scientific results into practical applications.

Research areas

Venice School of Management stands out for excellence in research at an international, national and local level, with top scientific publication standards.

Our faculty is engaged in rigorous and high-quality research, publishing in prestigious international journals and thereby contributing to a robust interdisciplinary foundation for our studies. This research excellence not only enriches and diversifies the content of our academic programs but also enhances their overall quality.

The creation of new knowledge is supported by in-depth analyses of the business community, as well as sectoral and market studies. These elements stimulate constructive relationships with companies and public institutions, fostering a dynamic environment of collaboration and innovation.

Over the years, our research efforts have earned prestigious recognitions. In 2019, we also secured 7 European projects, totaling 1.5 million euros.

At Venice School of Management, we have developed several areas of expertise that are the focus of our research activities:

  • Innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Strategic innovation
  • Marketing
  • Internationalisation of enterprises
  • Banking and finance
  • Industrial relations
  • Labour law
  • Business History
  • Business performance analysis and accounting
  • New business models and sustainability
  • Arts and culture management
  • Data Analysis and Digital Transformation
  • Business organisation and networks
  • Sustainability management
  • Automotive industry and mobility innovation