Alexander William Helsted
University
Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
Company
Project title
Project Portfolio Financial Analytics
Project description
Novo Nordisk has invested in manufacturing expansion in Kalundborg on a scale that is among the largest in the pharmaceutical industry and Danish business history, with a short expected timespan to completion. The scale and complexity of the expansion necessitate a need for competent managerial control and decision-making to ensure the successful completion of the expansion. This involves managing complex engineering projects with interdependencies cutting across multiple stakeholders. Thus, the financial control of the portfolio of construction projects presents a significant management task, with a need to leverage financial and non-financial data and analytics to inform proactive decision-making. This project combines methods and models from Corporate Finance and Business Analytics to address the challenges of managing a portfolio of complex engineering projects.
What was your motivation for becoming a Helix Lab Fellow?
I was motivated to become a Helix Lab Fellow to gain better access to the network of industries and people in Kalundborg.
What is the most exciting part of being a Helix Lab Fellow?
The most exciting part of the program is to be a part of the community in the kollegiet and lab. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The positive effect on my work and wellbeing has been palpable and it's exciting to think of what is to come.
What perspectives do you see for your future after being a Helix Lab Fellow?
After being a Helix Lab Fellow, I hope to continue working with Novo Nordisk as a full-time analyst or by developing my research into a PhD.