Academic Staff
Ethna O' Connor
Lecturer in the School of Global Business
Email: ethna.oconnor@tudublin.ie
Tel: +353 1 2207523
Qualifications
- MBS (Master of Business Studies) - 1992
- BComm (Bachelor of Commerce) - 1991
Research Focus:
- Innovation and Creativity in Business
- Operations and Quality Management
- Business Environment and Globalisation in Emerging Markets
- Europe in a Global Context
Research Interests:
- Innovation and Enterprise
- Supply Chain Management
- Enterprise Development in Global Contexts
Publications:
- Medcalf, P., & O'Connor, E. (2011). “Glenisk: A Growth Strategy for an Organic Food Company.” Marketing: An Introduction for Students.
Certifications and Academic Contributions:
- Supervisor for MSc in LIT Programme
- Developed partnerships with key industry players like Nestlé, Adobe, and Philips as part of the Office for Business and Industry (2018-2021)
- Worked as a judge for the Student Enterprise Awards for secondary schools in the South Dublin region (2018-2020).
Scholarship Contributions:
- Developed successful collaborations with external organisations like Nestlé, Adobe, and Philips, involving guest lectures, career workshops, sponsorship for graduate awards, and placements.
- Instrumental in developing and maintaining links with the Further Education Sector (1999-2019), supporting students transitioning to higher education.
Industry and Profession, Civic and Community Engagement, Staff Development
Industry Experience:
- Involved in the Student Enterprise Awards (Third Level) from 2012 to 2020, working closely with South Dublin County Council’s Local Enterprise Office.
- Developed partnerships and collaborations with organisations like Nestlé, Adobe, and Philips, enhancing student experiences and employability through lectures, workshops, and placements.
- Focus on Innovation, AI, and Entrepreneurship as part of industry and community engagement activities.
- Mentoring business students and guiding them through site visits and career preparation workshops.