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Dr Christina Ryan
Lecturer in Management and Innovation
Email: christina.ryan@TUDublin.ie
Dr. Christina Ryan is an experienced academic and researcher in the areas of management, innovation, and economics, with a strong interdisciplinary background that bridges theory, policy, and practice. She holds a PhD in Design Innovation, a Master of Economic Science (Economic Policy Evaluation and Planning), and a BSc in Economics and Finance. She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Third Level Learning & Teaching and CPD credentials in Learning Theories and Research Supervision.
At TU Dublin, Christina teaches across a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Her modules include:
- Principles of Management
- Strategic Management
- Innovation Management
- Principles of Economics
She is a strong advocate for teaching innovation, integrating simulation-based learning (SBL) and challenge- based assessments that explore the role of Generative AI in problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Research Interests
- Agri-Innovation & Sustainable Innovation
- Innovation Networks & Knowledge Exchange
- Innovation Process Management
- Systems of Innovation in Rural and Agricultural Contexts
Selected Thesis
- Ryan, C. (2014). Improving the innovation performance of Ireland’s dairy industry: An innovation systems approach (PhD, Maynooth University)
- Supervisor for Maguire, S. (2025). Irish dairy farmers’ knowledge exchange decision- making behaviour (PhD, TU Dublin)
Christina has supervised multiple applied research dissertations and projects across the Faculty of Business, supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate student inquiry.
Professional Engagement & Academic Service
- Member, Agricultural Economics Society of Ireland
- Member, Faculty Strategy Committee
- Internal PhD Examiner, TU Dublin Faculty of Business
- Tutor, BA (Hons) International Business and Languages (2015–2020)
Dr. Ryan combines her expertise in economics, innovation systems, and management education to deliver impactful teaching that connects academic learning with real-world application—particularly in sustainability-led innovation and agricultural sectors.