People
Dr Kieran Sheahan
Lecturer in Sales and Entrepreneurship
Email: kieran.sheahan@TUDublin.ie
Dr. Kieran Sheahan is an experienced educator and industry practitioner in sales, procurement, and entrepreneurship, teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at TU Dublin. He holds an extensive academic and professional qualification profile, including an MBA, MSc in Sales Management, a PhD, and multiple diplomas in Sales Management and Purchasing, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Learning & Teaching and a Digital Badge in Entrepreneurship Education.
His teaching includes:
- Introduction to Sales
- Sales Management
- The Sales Process
- Problem-Based Learning (PBL) using real-world case studies
Kieran’s modules are designed with a global perspective, incorporating international case studies and cross-institutional collaborations, including joint project development with partner universities in the United States.
Research Interests
- Procurement and Supply Chain Strategy
- Sales and Business Development
- Entrepreneurship Education
Publications
- Le Meunier Fitzhugh & Sheahan (2023). Sales Management. Routledge, London. First Edition, pp. 1–106.
This publication reflects Kieran’s commitment to advancing academic understanding of the sales profession, blending theoretical rigour with practical insights.
Professional Engagement
- Board Member, Clare County Council Local Enterprise Office (LEO) – pro bono
- External Examiner, Business Programmes – Dublin Business School (DBS)
Dr. Sheahan brings over a decade of industry- informed expertise and pedagogical innovation to the classroom, shaping the next generation of business professionals with a strong grounding in real-world commercial practices and entrepreneurial thinking.