Born in Germany in 1933, the year Hitler assumed his fateful power. First and secondary education in Europe and the U.S. Academic fields of interest: economics and political science. Studies conclu...view moreBorn in Germany in 1933, the year Hitler assumed his fateful power. First and secondary education in Europe and the U.S. Academic fields of interest: economics and political science. Studies concluded with a Dr. rer. pol. degree from Graz University, Austria, 1959. A 24-year business career in marketing and general management positions in the international pharmaceutical industry of the U.S.A, Western and Eastern Europe followed from 1959-83. A career change started a 22-year position in Academia. Courses taught at Western Illinois U. covered international marketing and general management courses between 1983 and 2006, the year of my retirement. Now, in the emeritus position.view less