Sean MacDonald

Sean MacDonald is a Lecturer at the Department of Business Administration within the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba. He holds a BA (Hons.) in Political Studies from the University of Winnipeg and an MPA from the University of Manitoba, focusing on economic development and government roles.

• Education:
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Political Studies, University of Winnipeg
• Masters of Public Administration, University of Manitoba

His research and teaching expertise span human resource management, business strategy, negotiations, and the intersection of public policy and economic development. He teaches undergraduate, MBA, and executive education programs, including courses like Negotiation and Consensus Building and the Advanced Program in Management, Leadership and Strategy.

Sean has received notable teaching awards, including the 2021 Golden Shovel Award and 2022 Asper Associates Award. He serves as Faculty Advisor to the Asper MBA and Undergraduate Co-op Program and works as an independent consultant for local businesses. His work bridges academic instruction with practical industry insights.