Alumni of the month

Alumni of the month

Exceptional Alumni of MCI: Inspired and Connected by Excellence

Their last professional achievement got them noticed, their extraordinary career makes them stand out, they are currently making the headlines or they are full of talent, achievement and potential. Discover every month another impressive alumni the Entrepreneurial School® in our Alumni of the Month section.

Alumni of the Month is an initiative that will allow us to recognise our interesting, exciting and inspirational alumni. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work of our alumni and to recognise their commitment and hard work in a range of areas.

Alumni of the month 2024

October
Eva Unterhofer

Eva Unterhofer

Sustainability Officer, Darbo AG

The unique combination of inspiring fellow students, dedicated internal and external professors, and hands-on, varied teaching sessions has definitely shaped my career path, and looking back, this time brings a smile to my face.

Food Technology & Nutrition (Master)

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September
Karl Silly

Karl Silly

Regional Managing Director Corporate Clients Tyrol & South Tyrol and authorized representative
Bank für Tirol und Vorarlberg AG (BTV)

The exchange with the lecturers, all experts in their fields providing valuable external insights, is important. However you shouldn't underestimate the importance of the network formed with fellow students either.

Business & Management (Diploma program)

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September
Tobias Schneider

Tobias Schneider

system engineer in the field of building automation, HELLA Sonnen- und Wetterschutztechnik GmbH

I opted for the dual study program at MCI because it is dual and therefore offers me the perfect combination of theory and practice. It was important for me to stay in the region and gain valuable practical experience at the same time. The MCI offered me exactly this opportunity without me having to start a full-time course. The cooperation with HELLA and the practical studies at MCI have been very supportive in my further professional development.

Smart Building Technologies (Bachelor)

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August
David Berghamer

David Berghamer

Managing Director, Exklusiv Elektrohandel & Service GmbH | Winner of the Austrian Retail Award 2024

If you want to enjoy the best reputation, build up extensive knowledge and go through life proactively - then the MCI is the right address.

Business & Management for professionals (Bachelor)

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July
Luica Hemsing

Luica Hemsing

Manager of the Boston Consulting Group, New York City

When I look back at my time at MCI, I am proud of the toolbox I acquired at MCI and how far it has taken me.

Management, Communication & IT

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June
Jan-Patrick Teichmann

Jan-Patrick Teichmann

Member of the Executive Board, Am Treidelpfad - Country hotel | tavern | vineyard | Winner of the DGT Science Award in the category “Best Emerging Thesis” | Admission to AWS First International Incubator 2023 & SHAPE from Startup Salzburg 2023

The combination of entrepreneurship and family business management greatly helps me today to combine my entrepreneurial thinking with the needs of the family members who work with me. Furthermore, I would say that studying in Innsbruck was probably one of the best decisions I made in my academic career.

Entrepreneurship & Tourism (Master)

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May
Elisabeth Lehmer

Elisabeth Lehmer

Refugee and integration advisor, Caritas Asylum counseling Garmisch-Partenkirchen | Winner of the Research Award of the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF)

If you are looking for a university that offers a wide range of teaching methods, promotes practical skills, and provides international opportunities, then MCI is definitely the right choice. The diverse teaching approaches allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in practice-oriented exercises.

Social Work, Social Policy & Management (Master)

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April
Karin Lais

Karin Lais

Team Leader Digital Branding, SPAR Österreichische Warenhandels-AG

MCI is an excellent choice for a degree program as it offers a first-class education that prepares you optimally for the job market and makes you a sought-after graduate. In addition, MCI offers an inspiring and international learning environment that allows you to gain new perspectives and make new contacts.

Tourism Business Studies (Magister-Studies)

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March
Sandro Hiller

Sandro Hiller

Project Engineer, BHS-Sonthofen | Winner of the State award of the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research 2023

If you want to build up a toolbox to understand the (environmental) technologies of tomorrow and today, the Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering degree program at MCI is perfect for that. With the basic technical education as part of the study program, you can quickly find your way around a wide variety of subject areas and professions.

Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering (Bachelor & Master)

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February
Martin Granig

Martin Granig

Founder & CEO of Monkee GmbH | Winner Born Global Champions Award 2023 (Austrian Chamber of Commerce)

As founder and CEO of a FinTech company, I continue to benefit from the skills and network I was able to build up during my time at MCI. This network that you build up during your studies can provide a lifelong professional foundation. My studies at MCI were crucial to my professional development and prepared me ideally for my current job.

Business & Management for professionals (Diploma program)

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January
Horst Lentsch

Horst Lentsch

Head of Controlling, Tyrolean State Police Headquarters

The time at MCI left a lasting impression on me and prepared me for future challenges in my professional life. Theory is one thing. Combined with practice, you can shape the future with MCI knowledge!

Business Administration online (Bachelor)

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Nominations from previous years

Alumni of the month 2023

December

Mateus Enzenberg

Mateus Enzenberg

Research Assistant, Medical University of Innsbruck | Winner of the State award of the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research 2023

Studying at MCI prepared me for my current job in many ways. It not only gave me the technical skills in the fields of mechatronics and medical technology, but also the ability to solve complex problems and think innovatively. This combination of technical know-how and problem-solving skills is essential in my role as a researcher and developer.

Mechatronics (Bachelor) | Medical Technologies (Master)

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November

Cristiana Dabija (not pictured)  |  Naila Eggersdorfer (left)  |  Sophie Fessel (right)

Cristiana Dabija (not pictured) | Naila Eggersdorfer (left) | Sophie Fessel (right)

Winners of the "DFK Student Support Awards" 2023

Business & Management (Bachelor) | Food Technology & Nutrition (Master) | Social Work, Social Policy & Management (Master)

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October

Paul Nickisch

Paul Nickisch

Retail Vendor Manager, Amazon | Winner Clemens-August-Andreae Award 2023 'Deutscher Freundeskreis der Universitäten in Innsbruck e.V.'

The MCI is the optimal choice for prospective students who are looking for a practical, interdisciplinary and internationally oriented education. The blended learning approach in the International Health & Social Management master’s program has also given me the flexibility I need to find the right mix of practical and personal development in the beautiful city of Innsbruck.

International Health & Social Management (Master)

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September

Matthias Seehauser

Matthias Seehauser

CEO, Zeugwerk GmbH

Studying at MCI opens up a world of new opportu-nities and broadens your personal horizons in many ways. Another decisive advantage are the valuable contacts and friendships I was able to make during the five years of my studies. These networks are one of the most important factors of my success and have helped me to establish and further develop my start-up.

Mechatronics (Bachelor) | Mechatronics & Smart Technologies (Master)

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August

Felicitas Kohler

Felicitas Kohler

CEO, Planlicht GmbH & Co KG & Planfactory GmbH | Business Women Award 2023: Winner of the category "Start-up & Founding"

The MCI taught me to keep going, to stay motivated, to be enthusiastic and to see performance as a challenge rather than a burden. That's probably the reason why I am where I am today, and I am deeply grateful for that.

Business & Management for professionals (Bachelor)

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July

David Plaseller

David Plaseller

Co-Founder of Revitalyze | Winner Umdasch Research Award © World Summit Awards

Receiving the umdasch Research Award is a significant recognition for me and my team at Revitalyze. My studies and the mentoring of the Entrepreneurship & Start-Up Team at MCI have equipped me with the knowledge and skills to develop innovative solutions for the construction industry.

Tourismus Business Studies (Bachelor & Master)

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June

Lisa Maier

Lisa Maier

Junior General Manager, Winestore GmbH

At MCI, I gained professional knowledge, soft skills, experience and inputs that now help me understand different opinions, ask the right questions, find connections, take responsibility and make sound decisions.

Corporate Governance & Finance (Master)

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May

Tamara Umundum

Tamara Umundum

Head of Strategic Business Development, Starvision Service GmbH

The study program at MCI has prepared me optimally for my current work in the healthcare industry. The connection between theory and practice that I experienced during my studies is of invaluable worth for my daily work. Through the connected thinking and structured approach to complex issues that I learned during my studies, I am able to quickly and effectively find solutions for the various challenges in the healthcare industry and thus be successful.

Nonprofit, Social & Health Care Management (Bachelor)

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April

Markus Mazal

Markus Mazal

Owner & Management Consultant, MJM Consulting e.U.

I am very proud to represent the MCI as an alumnus and I am happy that what once was a “small group” with just a few study programs has become an international university. To this day, I benefit from the study program’s combination of theory and practice.

Management & Law (Diploma program)

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March

Armin Außerhofer

Armin Außerhofer

Group Director Human Resources, BE-terna GmbH

At MCI, entrepreneurial processes and leadership coupled with technological support have always been central. This combination helps me in my daily tasks to this day.

Management, Communication & IT (Diploma program)

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February

Maximilian Nißlein

Maximilian Nißlein

Associate, Boston Consulting Group

Studying at MCI offers a great platform to develop important skills, advance your own projects and engage in interdisciplinary exchange. All of this is embedded into an excellent academic context with relevant contacts in industry, handing you the best tools to start your career.

Biotechnology (Master)

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January

Christina Hofer

Christina Hofer

Vice President Human Resources, D. Swarovski KG

In addition to a basic theoretical knowledge, I particularly liked the focus on practice-oriented models and "state-of-the-art" approaches that accompanied me on my later career path. Particularly in areas such as leadership, strategic management, change management and personnel development, I could repeatedly apply valuable contents.

Wirtschaft & Management (Diploma program)

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Alumni of the month 2022

December

Silvia Mair

Silvia Mair

Team Leader Purchasing Mechanical Vehicle, KTM AG

During the part-time studies, competent lecturers and experts provided us with practical knowledge and encouraged us to put it into practice in our professional lives. I look back on the varied weekends with my fellow students with a smile.

Industrial Engineering & Management (Bachelor & Master)

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November

John Gardiner

John Gardiner

Professional Basketball Player, SWARCO Raiders Tyrol

MCI teaches you, like in team sports, the importance of teamwork, networking, time management, and identifying and making clear your vision and intent toward achieving set goals in both your career and life.

International Business & Law (Master)

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October

Anna Greil

Anna Greil

Founder & CEO, uptraded | Winner of numerous awards (DFK-Student Support Award 2020, Coca-Cola Get Active Social Business Award 2021, Tirolerin Award 2022, etc.).

The study program Business & Management gives you a broad overview of the most important business topics. As a startup entrepreneur, being an all-rounder is incredibly helpful. My studies at the MCI allowed me to be a "CEO", "CFO", "CMO" and much more at the same time.

Business & Management (Bachelor)

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September

Verena Schallhart

Verena Schallhart

Teaching & Research Assistant, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® | Winner „Eduard-Wallnöfer Award for Research and Study Projects“ 2022

When I look back at my time at MCI, I remember a wonderful and shaping period of my life, in which I learned to pursue my goals with perseverance. The bachelor's and master's studies have laid an essential foundation for my personal and professional development.

Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering (Bachelor & Master)

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August

Gerald Pichler

Gerald Pichler

Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, BE-terna GmbH

The time at MCI has not only given me a profound knowledge of technical matters, but also a deep understanding of our customers. I became better and faster in identifying problem areas as well as potential for improvement and could make our customers even more successful. MCI has made a significant contribution to my personal success and to the success of our company. MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® has definitely lived up to its name.

Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering (Diploma program)

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July

Evelyn Kirchmaier

Evelyn Kirchmaier

General Director, Markas GmbH (Bozen)

The MCI gives people in demanding positions the opportunity to delve into topics and learn new things as part of the Executive Education courses alongside their jobs. This is challenging, but ultimately satisfying and truly enriching.

Executive Education: Management & Leadership MSc

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June

Victoria Noack

Victoria Noack

CEO Declareme GmbH – HealthMe App

My studies, especially the focus on entrepreneurship, gave me a lot. I understood the connections better, was able to apply what I had learned directly and also felt more confident in corporate law, when I created the business plan or went to the sales strategy, for example. This also enabled me to convince the investors.

International Business & Management (Master)

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May

Charlotte Francke

Charlotte Francke

Co-Founder & CEO, The Future Living

The time during my studies was important for me to determine the goals and values that I wanted to pursue in my career. The MCI allowed me to gain insights into various working environments and to reflect on which path was right for me.

Nonprofit, Social & Health Care Management (Bachelor)

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April

Andrea El Shazli

Andrea El Shazli

Head of Software Support & Service BPO, HOMAG GmbH

MCI enables its students to develop, on the one hand, a strong and broad technical understanding, and, on the other hand, soft skills, such as empathy, positivity and leadership orientation, which quickly become the USP to stay one step ahead.

Mechatronics & Smart Technologies (Master)

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March

Sebastian Hobmaier

Sebastian Hobmaier

EMEA Partner Executive, NIKE Inc.

The high level of practical relevance, the numerous group projects and also the lectures and presentations by renowned lecturers from all over the world has given the time at MCI an absolute added value for my career path. In addition, I was not only able to build up a good professional network, but also made friends for life and can look back on an unforgettable time.

International Business & Law (Master)

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February

Philipp Pfeiffer

Philipp Pfeiffer

Founder & CEO, Nutritionist, Tübingen

Having studied Business Administration online really helped me get ready to launch my own business. The broad range of relevant topics, practical input as well as the entrepreneurial spirit among the students were particularly helpful.

Business Administration online (Bachelor)

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January

Anna Fürst

Anna Fürst

Winner of the highest talent scholarship of the Rotary Club Innsbruck; Winner of the DFK Advancement Award 2021

It was important to me to make clear that a young person needs the right breeding ground for success. At MCI, I was able to develop my talents through a supportive and stimulating environment, which is reflected in my achievements.

Biotechnology (Master)

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Alumni of the month 2021

December

Johannes Kirchmair & Thomas Wurm

Johannes Kirchmair & Thomas Wurm

CEO & Founder, Single Use Support GmbH

Entrepreneur des Jahres 2021 in der Kategorie „Innovation & Hightech l Rising Stars“ und Vertreter Österreichs beim EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021

Business & Management (Diploma program)

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November

Chris Grünberg

Chris Grünberg

Product Manager in Product Development, MEGGLE Food Ingredients & Solutions

I managed to complete my master’s degree with great success in parallel to my full-time job. Many thanks to all colleagues at MEGGLE Food Ingredients & Solutions, friends and family as well as to my fellow students and the team at MCI | The Entrepreneurial School®.

Food Technology & Nutrition (Master)

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October

Toni Mangold

Toni Mangold

CEO, KERN Precision Inc.

Studying at the MCI is strongly oriented towards the real world. Working with current case studies and having lecturers who have gained their experience in the free economy have prepared me for the real world of work. Today I benefit very much from the broad diversification of the study program. Probably the most important thing was the fun factor. Learning was fun, and I always looked forward to coming to MCI and meeting great, interesting people every week. MCI? Any time!

Mechatronics - Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor)

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September

Eva-Maria Hänel

Eva-Maria Hänel

Managing Director, Speed Up GmbH

The MCI offers a very good exchange at all levels: among students, with lecturers, with external partners and internationally. This shapes and opens many doors for the future. In addition, there is a well-founded professional education delivered by interesting people.

Tourism Business Studies (Bachelor)

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August

Thomas Nothegger

Thomas Nothegger

Senior Vice President Global Operations, Fresenius-Kabi

MCI offers a practice-oriented study program that gives you a robust tool to use and implement in your professional life. During my studies, I got to know many very interesting people whose opinions and different and enriching approach to finding solutions I still appreciate today.

Executive Education: General Management MBA

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July

Anita Pappenscheller

Anita Pappenscheller

Regional Reservation Manager, NH Hotel Group

When I look back at my time at MCI, I do it with a huge smile on my face. I was able to acquire a lot of knowledge and also learn a lot about myself. In addition, the international orientation of the MCI helped me to find my way in an international company. Also good friendships developed during this time, which continue to extend beyond national borders to this day. utine for me and makes my job today easier.

Entrepreneurship & Tourism (Master)

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June

Susanne Fietz

Susanne Fietz

Social Worker, State Hospital Innsbruck

The MCI gives you the opportunity to prepare for your future dream job and to acquire the most current knowledge. The studies prepared me very well and in a practical manner for the real professional field and opened up many perspectives, tools and possibilities for me.

Social Work (Bachelor)

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May

Lukas Pechtl

Lukas Pechtl

Lawyer, Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte GmbH

Theory is good, practice is better. Theory and practice are best – this is the combination implemented at MCI. The MCI offers a great opportunity to build and expand one’s network - and far beyond the national borders.

Business & Management (Bachelor)

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April

Christoph Auer

Christoph Auer

Chief Transformation Officer & Board of Directors, BHS tabletop AG

When I look back at my time at MCI, I remember a wonderful, intensive and challenging time that laid an essential foundation for my personal and professional development. The entire environment at MCI, especially the teaching methods, the lecturers and above all my fellow students, made my three years at the MCI an eventful and instructive period of my life.

Management & Law (Bachelor)

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March

Lisa Baumann

Lisa Baumann

Key Account Manager, Google Inc.

MCI prepared me very well for the corporate working environment by providing great lecturers with years of work experience who could share helpful insights and advice.

Management & Law (Bachelor & Master)

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February

Marijan Divkovic

Marijan Divkovic

Winner of the Marshall Plan Scholarship

The Marshall Plan Scholarship enabled me to write my bachelor's thesis together with the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I was able to benefit especially from the expertise of my US co-supervisor, Professor Deepak Khazanchi. I can only recommend all students to apply for the scholarship.

Digital Business & Software Engineering (Bachelor) | Business & Management (Bachelor)

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January

Günter Steinbauer

Günter Steinbauer

Managing Director, Wiener Linien

A degree from MCI prepares you well for the practice-oriented corporate world. The high-quality education and the exchange of experience among students, some of whom come from completely different fields, play a major role for success.

Executive Education: General Management MBA

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Would you like to be featured as Alumna or Alumnus of the month? Do you know someone who is eligible for the award? We are looking forward to receiving your nominations.