One of the greatest strengths of The International University lies in its diversified faculty who represent a wide variety of national origins and cultures. Their common bond is a dedication to teaching in an environment that fosters the student’s individual growth in the contemporary world. Many have been educated in both the United States and Europe. Instructors are committed to providing students with the highest quality instruction. They are actively engaged in the academic process and realize they are making a lasting impact on many lives – one at a time!
IU seeks faculty members who are qualified by years of experience in university teaching and/or professional training. Many faculty members are actively engaged in a wide range of projects and scholarly endeavors enabling them to remain current in their academic disciplines. Working in the context of the American system of higher education, including small classes which allow optimum interaction, the students gain the background they need to build an exciting, challenging, and successful career. A low student/faculty ratio facilitates personal contact both inside and outside of the classroom and assures students the individual attention they require.
IU realizes that the classroom experience is one of the vital keys to success. Therefore, classroom attendance is required and faculty require that students be prepared to engage with the material being presented, conduct teamwork with their student colleagues, and present their own educated opinions on the course material.
One of IU’s vice presidents regularly states, "We don’t train specialists; we train people!" Truly, at IU students are never just a number. IU does its best to assure that the learning experience of each student uniquely prepares him or her, while keeping in mind each student’s own particular challenges, hopes and dreams.
Johannes Maerk Academic Program Director Room 103 E-mail: jmaerk@iuvienna.edu
Business Unit Manager
Interim BA Unit Chair
Diplomatic Unit Manager
Peter Havlicek DS Unit Chair
General Education Coordinator
Salem Madlo-Islas General Education Coordinator Room 103 Phone: +43-1-718 50 68-24 E-mail: efl@iuvienna.edu
EFL Department
Salem Madlo-Islas EFL Program Coordinator Room 103 Phone: +43-1-718 50 68-24 E-mail: efl@iuvienna.edu
Faculty Members
Alexander, Herman C. Doctor of Ministry – Harding University Graduate School of Bible and Religion, Memphis, US; Master of Divinity – Melbourne College of Divinity, Australia; Master of Arts – Harding University Graduate School of Bible and Religion, Memphis, US; Bachelor of Arts – Harding University, Searcy, AR; Teaches: Development of Christianity and other Bible courses.
Anderson, Paul MBA in Accounting and Finance – UCLA; BA in Economics – UCLA; CPA, California; 1st Lt, USAF; Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Anderson has been an associate professor at Azusa Pacific University and accounting instructor at UCLA Extension; Extensive career in fields of Accounting and Finance; Teaches: Principles of Finance
Armandi, Stefano PhD in Political Science – Catholic University Milan – Italy; MA in International Studies (International Political Economy) – Catholic University Milan – Italy; Master in Markets and Institutions of the Global System – University of Rome “La Sapienza” – Italy; BA in Statistics and Economics.
Birer, Gürkan PhD. In Economics – Vienna University; Postgraduate Study on Quantitative Finance – HIS; Mathematics Master, Yildiz Technical University; Teaching Mathematics BS, Bosphorus University; Project Assistant and Lecturer at the Vienna University; Teaches Beginning Algebra, College Algebra, Quantitative Methods for Business Administration, Microeconomics, Principles of Business
Bom, Philip C. Ph.D. in Social Sciences – Free University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Drs. Social Sciences – Free University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Graduate course work – University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; A.B. in Political Science, minor in Economics – Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI; Dr. Bom has a long teaching experience in fields of Social and Political Sciences.
Boyer, Linda Doctorate of Management – International Council of Higher Education, Switzerland; Honorary Doctorate – National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine; M.A. (Humanities) – Open University, London; BA.(English) – IU, summa cum laude A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College (Social. Work) summa cum laude; Administrative Vice President of IU; Teaches: English Composition, British and American Literature, and Keyboarding.
Bryce, Heather Doctorate in Chiropractic – Parker College; MBA core courses completed, St. Edward’s University; Master’s of Science in Engineering, University of Texas at Austin; Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering – University of Texas at Austin; Associates of Arts degree, Outstanding Physics student - Del Mar College; Bachelor’s Degree in Anatomy, Parker College; Long experience in fields of Management, Marketing and Engineering; Teaches: Consumer Behavior, Human Resources Management.
Burch, Jack Fuller Theological Seminary - Southern California School of Theology at Claremont, CA; M.A. in New Testament Studies – Abilene Christian University; Research done at the International Greek New Testament Project, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Bachelor of Science – Marine Engineering, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY; B.A. Speech and Bible – Lipscomb University; Adjunct Professor: Pepperdine University; Teaches: Sacred Literature, Sacred History, Development of Christianity, Philosophy of Biblical Literature, Speech Communication.
Castro, Juan Ph.D. in Financial Economics – University of New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A; M.A. in Economics – University of New Orleans, Louisiana U.S.A; B.S. in Computer Science – University of New Orleans, Louisiana U.S.A.; Lecturing fields: International Finance, International Business, Business Statistics, Business Research Methods, Macroeconomics
Cavic, Vesna Master of Computer Sciences – Faculty of Mathematics, University of Belgrade; Diploma in Mathematics – Faculty of Mathematics, University of Belgrade. Teaching assistant at TU Wien, Faculty of Informatics; Teaching assistant at University of Belgrade , Department of Informatics.
Chan, Joy C.H. Association for investment management and research (US) – Chartered Financial Analyst Program, level 1 – University of Sydney (Australia); Master of Commerce, Finance Major Distinction Average grades, Top student of the Year, Master of Commerce Student Association, Vice –President – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; Bachelor of Business, Upper Class Honors, Management major, top student of the year, Tutorial Leader; Teaches: Intermediate Accounting.
Chatwani, Neha Magister in Psychology – University of Vienna; International Baccalaureate – Vienna International School; Extensive career with the European Central Bank, Change Leader, ZfU and Dance Therapy, Fe Reichelt; Systematic coaching, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Personalführung; Situational Negotiation Skills, BayGroup and Recruitment/Selection, Cranfield University; Austrian Labor Law, Austrian Ministry of Labor; Teaches: Psychology, Labor Relations, Principles of Marketing.
Christenbury, Ila Master’s of Liberal Arts – Johns Hopkins University; Bachelor’s of History magna cum laude – University of North Carolina; Teaches: English and History at Senior High School; Instructor of American History at Essex Community College; Partner and Tour Director of About Town Tours and Convention Services, Baltimore, MD; Teaches: Contemporary U.S. History; English Composition I; English as a Foreign Language.
Christensen, Anja Certificate for teaching English as a second language for adults, CELTA Course – Austria; ‘Bachelor of Arts’ degree in International Management/Minor Art –Webster University, Austria; Benjamin Franklin International School – Spain, High School Diploma; Howard High School – USA; Vienna Christian School; American International School; Teaches: English as a foreign language, levels 2 – 4.
Czock, Karl-Heinz Diploma in Physics; Dr. rer. nat., professor of nuclear physics (ret. from University of Applied Sciences, Dortmund, Germany); ret. Inspector, Unit-Head-Technical Support at IAEA, Dep. of Safeguards, Division of Operations ABC. Teaching: Business Math, Business Statistics, A Strategy for Nuclear Security and Combating Terrorism.
Downs, Cal W. Ph.D and M.A. – Michigan State University; B.A. – Harding University, College of Communication; Professor of Communication Studies, University of Kansas; several visiting professorships - University of Denver, Cornell University, Sydney University, etc.; several books and publications on communication issues in journals; Visiting Professor; Teaching: Principles of Management (undergraduate), Human Resource Management.
Ebster, Claus Habilitation and Doctorate from Univ. of Vienna; MS Northwestern University; MBA Fordham Univ; Mag. Univ. Vienna; Extensive research and publishing; Teaching: Undergraduate: Business Policies, Marketing Research, Consumer Behavior; Principles of Marketing; Graduate: Research and Writing, Global Marketing Strategy. Interim BA Unit Chair.
Gresslin, Gilbert Thomas Certified Public Accountant; MBA in Accounting, California State University, Fullerton; BS in Business, California State University (Long Beach); Teaching: Business Communication, Principles of Accounting II, Principles of Finance (undergraduate).
Gresslin, Carol BA in Accounting; worked for Controller of Public Accounts with the State of Texas; Teaching: Principles of Finance (undergraduate).
Gunter, Michael M. Ph.D. from Kent State University (major: International Relations; minor: comparative politics, American politics; MIA from School of International Affairs from Columbia University (emphasis: Soviet Union); BA (American History) from Columbia University; Professor at the Dept. of Political Science at Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, Tennessee. Prof. Guntr’s research areas involve the Kurds, Turks, and Armenians; international law; organization and politics, nationalism, terrorism, and arms control. He has a voluminous record of books, articles in international journals and monographs. Teaching: International Human Rights; Peacekeeping and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes (undergraduates).
Haryanto, Sugeng Graduate School of Management, University of Dallas, Texas, USA; Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social and Behavior Science (Philosophy) - University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia; Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management, Industrial Management, Academy of Management Industry, Jakarta, Indonesia; Working as a Personnel Officer in the field of Human Resource Management for OPEC – Fund for International Development
Hausmann, Axel M.A. (honors) from City College of New York, City University of New York (College of Education). Teaching experience includes Victoria College, Jersey; Le Rocquier School, Jersey; Webster University, St. Louis (Fulbright); Webster University, Vienna; Teaches: English as a Foreign Language; German language
Havlicek, Peter Doctorate from University of Vienna; part time studies at University of Maryland; served as Asst. Professor at University of Salzburg, University of Maryland, Webster University; Translator (German, English, Czech, Slovak); several publications; Co-owner 2 companies; Teaching: International Political Communications, Politics and Party Systems, World Regional Geography (undergraduate); Industrial and Health Safety Management (graduate).
Heneghan, Alexis Open University Courses: Exploring Mathematics, Applications of Probability; MS, Crisis and Disaster Management – Leicester University Risk; BCs, Technology, Honors – Open University; Applied Science Certificate, Highest Distinction, NSW TAFE Institute of Technology – Australia; University of Newcastle B. eng., First Year; Teaches: Business Ethics, Negotiation/Conflict Prevention and Conflict Resolution, Crisis Management and Peacekeeping.
Hensch, Annabelle Resides in Corpus Christi, TX and makes regular teaching trips to Vienna. Has had an extensive career in teaching secondary school. Teaches: English as a Foreign Language – various levels
Jevtovic, Marija MIB – The International University of Vienna, BBA – The International University of Vienna; received a scholarship from the Yugoslav government for special secondary school training in the Faculty of Economics because of her exceptional ability in Mathematics; teaches Intermediate and College Algebra
Kovacs, Janos Matyas A research fellow at the Institute of Economics, Hungarian Academy of Science; Karl Marx University of Economics, Budapest, Hungary; Ph. D topic: “The Market Economy of the NEP” ; graduated from the Faculty of Economic Theory; extensive research and publications; teaches: Transitional Economies
Kotcher, David Ph.D. SPHR – Senior Professional in Human Resources, General Management Concentration; Certification – California Coast University, Santa Ana, California-Business Administration. ; JD – (Juris Doctor) LaSalle University, Chicago, Illinois, Law; MBA – Tennessee Christian University, Clearwater (Florida) Extension - Management Concentration; Diploma – Honors St. Mary’s Preparatory, Orchard Lake, Michigan; BA – Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan-Journalism Major, French Minor; Dr. Kotcher has a long experience in teaching business-related courses around the world; Teaches: Business Communication, Fundamentals of Business, Labor Relations, Macroeconomics, Principles of Management and Principles of Marketing
Kubricht, Paul Ph.D., The Ohio State University, Major field: East Central European History, Minor fields: Modern Russia, Modern Europe, American Foreign Policy; Goethe Institute, Munich, Germany; Charles University, Prague, Czechoslovakia; M.A. History/Political Science; B.A., cum laude, Greenville College, Major; Teaches: History of Political Thought; Science, Technology and politics, Third World Politics.
Lezaj, Suela MBA degree – The International University Vienna; Bachelor of Business Administration, Major: Management – The International University Vienna; Oracle “E-Business Suite on Demand” Programm für die Lehre a Hochschulen Teaches: Principles of Accounting 1, Principles of Accounting 2.
Madlo, Salem M. Ed. (Masters of Education) – Harding University, Searcy AR; B.A. Communication Disorders – Harding University, Searcy AR; Director of English Language program at IU; Teaches: English as a Foreign Language, levels: 4-6, College English, English Composition I, English Composition II, Speech Communications
Maerk, Johannes Magister of Philosophy and Doctorate of Political and Social Philosophy, University of Innsbruck; Researcher at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM); Professor at the University of Quintana Roo, México and visiting scholar at the University of Warsaw and Simon Fraser University, Vancouver. Prof. Maerk’s research areas involve Non-Western Philosophy, Ethics of International Relations, Political Thought in Latin America and Canada. He has edited four books and published articles in international journals. Teaching: undergraduate courses such as History of Political Thought, Introduction to Philosophy, International Human Rights and graduate courses including Political Ethics, Influential Leaders in Diplomatic History, and Political Ethics: Domestic, International, and Diplomatic.
Maxwell, Joyce Resides in Corpus Christi, TX and makes regular teaching trips to Vienna. Has had an extensive career in teaching secondary school. Teaches: English as a Foreign Language – various levels
Meehan, William Diploma-History, Strategy, Critical Thinking, Economics, National Defense, Fort McNair, Washington, D.C. ; B.A. Political Science with focus on International Relations; Professional Proficiency in Customs/Border Control Management, Intelligence and Law Enforcement, Diplomatic Privileges Prevention of Nuclear and Radioactive Material Smuggling; Employee of IAEA; Teaches: Transnational Organized Crime.
Montjoye, Irene Ph.D. M.A., and B.A, - Comparative Literature, Indiana University; Lecturer Adult Education Volkshochschule Brigittenau (1994-present); author, radio programs; examiner for International Baccalaureate (1989-1994); Tri-lingual, fluent in 3 other languages. Teaching: International Human Rights, English Composition and Comparative Literature.
Musliu, Nysret Doctorate from Vienna University of Technology, Austria; Diploma in Computer Sciences and Telecommunications from University of Prishtina, Kosova; Assistant Professor, Vienna University of Technology; Teaches: Personal Computers and Applications, Database Design and Management, Foundation of Computer Languages, Fourth Generation Computer Languages.
Nelson, Ray Master of Arts in Education at Freed-Hardeman University; additional studies at University of Cincinnati; Purdue University, B.S. Education with concentration in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics; extensive career in management, especially with Procter and Gamble, and teaching business-related courses; Teaches: Production/Operation Management, Global Competition and Business Strategies, Business Ethics.
Patterson, Coleman Ph.D. Human Resource Management –University of Alabama; Ed.S. Educational Research –University of Alabama; M.Ed. Higher Education Leadership – University of Florida; B.S.B.A. Finance – University of Florida; Post-Graduate Study: Baylor University; Dallas Baptist University; West Texas A&M University; Teaches: Managing e-business, Human Resource Management (undergraduate), Human Resource Management (graduate).
Poeschl, Hanno University Trier Business School, Trier, Germany. – Ph. D studies. Doctoral Thesis: Strategic management in the light of conflicting shareholder-value vs. stakeholder-value; Open University Business School Milton Keyne, UK. – Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Majors of: Strategy, Finance, Human Resource Management, Innovation and Change Management. Österreichisches Controller Institut, Vienna, Austria. – Certified International Concellor, Majors of: Controlling and Asset Management, US GAAP, IAS, International Finance, Investor Relations, Corporate Finance. Wirtschaftsuniversität, TU Vienna, Austria. – Postgraduate University Degree in International Project Management. Lycee Francais de Vienna, - Baccalaureate and Matura in French
Raffaele, Gary Ph.D., M.A., B.A., in Economics – Harvard University; Professor of Management; Human Resources Director, Covenant College; Visiting Professor; Teaching: Organizational Behavior, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution.
Ruane, Patricia Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Vienna; M.A. in International Relations, Webster University, Vienna; Diploma in Crisis Counseling, Glasgow; Teacher and Trainer (Languages and Personnel Training) at UNIDO and United Nations Office Vienna; Teaches: English as a Foreign Language; English Composition; Fundamentals of Sociology and Psychology; Cultural Anthropology and Cultural Identity
Shibani, Musbah Shibani Ph.D. Linguistics; MA Linguistics and Literature; BA in Arts and Education (English); Associate Professor, Graduate Program Adviser, and also Faculty Staff Member at Al-Fateh University Tripoli, Libya; Studied in Libya, U.S.A and Austria;
Shlash, Hamed Mahmoud - - Deceased on 13 July 2007 Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations – University of Vienna; M.A. in International Relations – Webster University; Advanced Diploma of Educational Psychology – College of Preceptors, London; B.A. in English Language and Education, Nicosia, Cyprus; G.S.C., Amman Jordan; Diploma in English Language and Literature, Amman Jordan; Dr. Shlash has served as Director and Research in the Arab Social and Cultural Institution, Paris-Vienna; Educational Advisor, Mission of Palestine, Amman and Vienna; served as First Secretary, Mission of Palestine and Delegation Member to the UN ORG; Researcher Political Analyst on the Middle East, Refugees and Human Rights Expert; Research mentor in the field of Diplomatic Studies and Political Science
Smaili, Idriz Ph.D. with thesis “Real-time Monitoring for the Time-Triggered Architecture, Real-Time Systems Groups,” Vienna University of Technology, Austria; M.Sc. and B.A. in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Prishtina, Kosovo; serves as Professional Software Engineer – Consultant in the Software Integration Unit, CTBTO Preparatory Commission, at the Vienna International Centre ; Software Developer in various companies; involved in an EU research Project for TTTech Computertechnik AG, Vienna, Austria; Experience with Programming Languages, Micro controllers and Operating Systems; publisher of many Works and Research Reports; Teaches: Management in the Information Age, Personal Computers and Applications.
Snydal, Theodore Master of Arts Program: Language and Literacy – City University of New York; Double Major in Practice of Art and German – UC Berkley, California; LCCI Certificate in Teaching Business English; RSA/Cambridge TEFLA Certificate; Teaches: Advertising Strategies, Principles of Marketing.
Sunley, Peter Vienna Economic University – Dkfm. degree; teaches also at other institutions in Vienna; Professional: Marketing new franchises for Demmer Tee; consultancy firm. Teaching: Entrepreneurship, Promotional Strategies.
Toufic Georges Younes Master of International Business – The International University Vienna, Austria; Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration – The International University Vienna, Austria; Computer Programming, Frances Institute For Commerce and Science, Lebanon; Baccalaureate Part II, Jdeideh High School, Lebanon; extensive career in finance and budgeting at the IAEA, Vienna; Teaches: Project Management.
Van Cleave, Robert Senior Lecturer and Adjunct Professor at Carlson School of Management – University of Minnesota; Ph.D., Information and Decision Sciences – University of Minnesota; MBA, Carlson School of Management – University of Minnesota; B.S.B.A., Finance – Fischer School of Business, Ohio State University; thirty years of experience in industry and academics, including management, analyst and consultant positions, and academic and administrative positions in higher education; Teaches: Statistics and Quantitative Methods.
Winter, Ernest Ph.D. in Governance and International Law – Colombia University, New York City; M.A in Political Science – Colombia University, New York City; B.A. Social Science – Colombia University, New York City; extensive diplomatic career including being the first Director of the Vienna Diplomatic Academy post WWII; Director of Department of Application of Social Sciences, UNESCO, American Negotiator in China, Head of first two UN specialized agencies missions to China; regular consultant for the Austrian Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, numerous scholarly publications; worked in US Armed Forces OSS and Army Intelligence; teaches a variety of courses in undergraduate and graduate Diplomatic Studies.
Zwick, Arkan Doktor der Rechtswissenschaften, principal subjects: European Law, EC third country programs, EC regional Policy, University of Vienna, Faculty of Law; Magister der Rechtswissenschaften, Major European Law, University of Vienna, Faculty of Law; Baccalaureat de l’enseignement du second degree en serie B: Section economique et social, Lycee Francais de Vienne (1987 – 1992); Teaches: The European Union.
