Associate Dean Chiu School of Business

Eddie Sargent

Business & Entrepreneurship

About

Eddie Sargent oversees diverse programming including Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Insurance & Risk Management, Financial Services, Integrated Marketing, Human Resources, and Esports Business Management. With a BA in Political Science, BEd, and MEd from the University of Alberta, Sargent combines educational leadership with practical experience as a professional firefighter holding NFPA certifications. His career progression from physical education teacher to principal at one of Alberta's largest Indigenous K-12 schools, then Associate Dean in Northern Alberta, demonstrates his commitment to educational equity and leadership development. Currently supervising faculty researchers with four active projects, Sargent conducts research in educational leadership and foundational learning needs assessment. His dual expertise in education and emergency services offers unique perspectives on leadership development, Indigenous education, risk management, and innovative business program development.

Current Issues for Commentary

  • Indigenous education and reconciliation in post-secondary institutions
  • Emergency preparedness and fire safety in educational settings
  • Business education adaptation to changing economic conditions
  • Leadership development in post-secondary education
  • Rural and northern Alberta educational access and opportunities
  • Risk management strategies for educational institutions