Ceremony to Award Oriol Amat an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Montpellier
On Wednesday, September 20, 2023, Philippe Augé, President of the University of Montpellier, will confer an honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier on Oriol Amat, professor of economics and former rector of Pompeu Fabra University (Barcelona). The ceremony will take place at the Richter Student Center (MDE) starting at 11 a.m., in the presence of François Pierrot, Vice President for International Relations; Sylvie Sammut, Director of Montpellier Management (MOMA); Bernard Augé (MOMA); and Alexandre Vernhet, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees.
By invitation only
An influential economist
Oriol Amat began his academic career in 1980 and specialized in financial accounting and management accounting. A professor of economics, he is now considered one of the most influential Catalan economists thanks to his research in the areas of accounting fraud detection and key factors for business success. His books have been translated into numerous languages (English, French, Portuguese, Catalan, etc.), and his work has been published in academic journals such as the *Journal of Business Ethics* and the *European Accounting Review*.
A prominent figure in Catalonia
Throughout his career, which would eventually lead him to become rector of Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, Oriol Amat held numerous positions there: director of the Center for Innovation and Learning, vice rector for economics and information systems, head of the Department of Economics and Business, and dean of the UPF Barcelona School of Management.
Although he has no political affiliation, Oriol Amat nevertheless played a prominent role during the recent political crisis in Catalonia by serving on the boards of directors and advisory councils of several associations and institutions, before becoming a member of the Catalan Parliament from 2015 to 2017.
What does the title “Doctor Honoris Causa” mean?
Established by decree on June 26, 1918, the origins of the honorary doctorate may date back to the 17th century. It is awarded to distinguished foreign figures who highlight and embody the university’s values through their contributions to the worlds of ideas, culture, the arts, and the sciences. Awarded during a formal ceremony, this academic title is the most distinguished and prestigious that can be conferred by the academic and scientific community.
Practical Information:
- Date: September 20, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
- Location: MDE Richter
- Registration: here