MCI Awards Honorary Senator Title to Dr. Klaus Ennemoser, MBA

Academic recognition for long-standing contributions to MCI and region

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the founding and development of MCI, his enduring personal commitment, and long-standing connection, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® has awarded the honorary title of Senator to Dipl.-Kfm. Dr. Klaus Ennemoser, MBA.

Klaus Ennemoser studied at the Vienna University of Economics and Business, where he earned both his master’s degree in business administration (Diplom-Kaufmann) and a doctorate in economics. He then worked at the Institute for Tourism Research at the same university before completing an MBA at INSEAD Fontainebleau and Harvard Business School. Following this, he worked as a consultant for the Austrian Society for Applied Tourism Sciences, before establishing his own tourism consulting business in 1975, with offices in Innsbruck, Vienna, and Birkenfeld. Since 1978, Klaus Ennemoser has been a court-certified expert on tourism facilities and spent 22 years as chairman of the Villa Blanka Tourism Schools.

With passion and dedication, Klaus Ennemoser has made significant contributions not only to the development of the national tourism and leisure industry, but also played a central role in the establishment of relevant academic programs with international standards at MCI since its early days. From 2000 to 2020, he served as a member of MCI’s University Council, further highlighting his strong connection to academic tourism education.

Statements:

Franz Pegger, Head of the Academic Council at MCI: “With Senator h.c. Dr. Klaus Ennemoser, MBA, MCI honors a distinguished personality, both academically and economically, who has been deeply committed to advancing the university and its development. The staff, students, and alumni of our institution owe him great gratitude.”

Oswald Wolkenstein, Chairman of the MCI Supervisory Board: “Our country needs individuals who are willing to set aside personal interests in pursuit of greater goals. For decades, Senator h.c. Dr. Klaus Ennemoser has made significant contributions to the tourism and leisure industry, academic education of our youth, and the promotion of entrepreneurship. MCI says thank you!”

Andreas Altmann, MCI Rector: “Dear Senator h.c. Dr. Klaus Ennemoser, MBA, you have always stood by us, stayed true to our high aspirations and shared visions. MCI is grateful to you and extends heartfelt congratulations!”