Mike Sheard

Mike Sheard is a lecturer in the Department of Criminology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), where he teaches courses such as Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, Introduction to Policing, and White-Collar & Corporate Crime. He holds an MBA from Royal Roads University and a Professional Doctorate (ProfD) from London Metropolitan University. Sheard has extensive teaching experience across multiple institutions, including the Justice Institute of BC, Canadian Police College, and various U.S. police departments.

• Education: MBA (Royal Roads University), ProfD (London Metropolitan University)
• Areas of Interest: Practical applications of criminological theory, criminal justice policy, police governance, community-based research, and risk management.

His scholarly work spans topics like police governance, risk assessment, and conflict resolution, with publications from 2002 to 2019. Sheard also brings practical expertise as a certified ski instructor, integrating diverse instructional techniques into his academic teaching. He has served in leadership roles, including Director at the University of British Columbia and Vice President at an international company, focusing on corporate risk management and crime prevention strategies.