Kris­ti­an Bernt Knud­sen

Kristian is a finance and business specialist, combining academic teaching with extensive corporate experience. Kristians teaching portfolio includes Managerial Economics and Capital Budgeting & Investment Appraisal, where Kristian leverages his CFA charter and practical expertise to bridge theory with real-world applications. Kristians academic interests center on corporate finance, investment analysis, and managerial decision-making, informed by his background in financial advisory and executive leadership.

With over 25 years of experience in banking and industrial companies, Kristian has worked with a range of organizations, from start-ups to large corporations, focusing on strategic, financial, and business development needs. Kristians career includes roles in investment banking, private equity, consultancy, and industry where he has successfully driven growth and implemented effective strategies.

Kristian is currently working as an independent business consultant, combined with teaching responsibilities as well as being involved in several start- and scaleup companies at various levels.

Kristian specializes in areas such as general management, strategy formulation, business development, private equity, corporate finance, and start-up environments. Kristians experience extends to fundraising, consultancy, M&A, restructuring, financial services, and turnaround strategies.