Jun 25, 2026
Interview in Compliance Manager on the Political Responsibility of Business
An interview with Prof. Dr. Markus Scholz, Chair of Responsible Management at the International Institute (IHI) Zittau, TU Dresden, has been published in the latest issue of Compliance Manager.
In the interview with Judith Čech, Prof. Scholz discusses the role of companies in safeguarding liberal democracy and reflects on the responsibilities businesses face in times of growing societal polarization and democratic challenges.
The interview highlights a key area of research at IHI Zittau and TU Dresden, namely the relationship between business, society, and democratic governance. It demonstrates how academic research on responsible management can contribute to contemporary debates in business practice and public policy.
The full interview is available in the current issue of Compliance Manager (pp. 34–39).