Professor Dr Heinrich Degenhart has been teaching and researching as a professor of financing and finance in Lüneburg since 1994 and has also been actively involved in shaping the treasurer profession. As a long-standing member of the Association of German Treasurers (VDT) and also a member of its executive committee, he has provided significant impetus for the professionalisation and further development of the profession.

In our latest podcast interview, Professor Degenhart provides exciting insights into his career and talks about the challenges and successes that have accompanied him along the way. He sheds light on the creation and establishment of the Certified Corporate Treasurer (CCT) - an advanced training programme that is now regarded as a quality benchmark in the industry - and shares his views on future developments in the treasury sector, particularly with regard to sustainability and ESG criteria.

Find out more about the importance of treasury in companies and what tips Professor Degenhart gives young professionals on how to be successful in this dynamic and demanding field. A must-read for anyone interested in the future of treasury and corporate finance!

Prof Dr Heinrich Degenhart, Professor of Finance & Finance, Leuphana University of Lüneburg &has been a member of the Executive Board of VDT e.V. since 1999 and has been responsible for Professional Profil & Qualification since 2012. He has been responsible for the department as a member of the Executive Committee since 27 October 2022.

Emine Ünal

Emine Ünal has been working for the association in public relations since 2018. She is currently responsible for digital media in particular.