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Subject: Proposal for Lecture Series. 
Greetings.
Hope this request finds you in best of health and spirits. 
I wish to propose a lecture series on 'Contemporary Global Issues',  to be developed in CEC Studios for the benefit of students,  faculty,  media, independent learners amongst others. 
The proposed topic is of multidisciplinary nature,  therefore will be of interest for International Relations,  Political Science, Economics, International Business, amongst others.  The topic has its bearing for academic and non-academic fraternity as these issues are being debated and redefined on a fast pace in present scenario. 
Each lecture is slated to be of 25-30 minutes,  covering diverse aspects of each topic. 
 The proposed lectures themes are as follows:-
Title of the Series:-
Contemporary Global Issues. 
Target Audience:-
Students,  faculty,  media, independent learners amongst others. 
Aims and objectives:-
To develop understood of issues of international relations. 
To be able to understand linkages of international and domestic with reference to contemporary issues under study. 
To present a comprehensive analysis of causes & consequences of each issue,  with special focus on recent developments and thereby instill problem solving approach. 
To present a holistic and multidisciplinary platform for learning. 

No./Name of Resource Person Involved: 01 (One) - Dr.  Amna Mirza
Total No. of Lectures: 25
Title of the Lectures:

Sustainability
Globalization and it’s various dimensions
Global Shifts: Power and Governance
Major Approaches to International Relations: Realism,  Liberalism and Marxism
Alternative Perspectives : Theorizing the “International “
Technology & Technological advances in Global Politics:  Costs, Benefits, & Consequences.
Economic integration (NAFTA, European Union) – 
Trade & development,  debates on approaches for growth & various models,  Recent financial crisis
Changing notion of security.
Human resources & Population Dynamics,  Increasing world population. 
Ecology, Global Commons, Climate Change, & Environmental degradation,  Human impact on the planet, Environmental issues and international relations. 
Conflict Management
Women And World Affairs
Artificial Intelligence and World Politics,  Managing Technology and Innovations,  Internet Security. 
Transnational crime flows
Soft Power,  Education and Cultural Linkages
New Media and World Affairs
New Social Movements,  Grassroots Voices,  Domestic-International Linkages.
Inequality and global poverty
MNCs,  TNC,  international corporate governance
Understanding Foreign Direct Investment: Perspectives from Various Sectors and Regions
 Trade War

Brief Synopsis about the series :-
The lecture series present various topics for study to ensure international,  cross discipline and comparative studies for better understanding on issues of global politics. 
The lectures cover issues of significance which not only have a bearing on global politics but also impact all of us & affect our daily lives too.
The lectures attempt to equip us with inputs on recent developments,  data,  perspectives,  processes/interconnections, outcomes involved,  amongst others. 
By drawing insights from International  Relations, Comparative Politics,  Sociology,  International Business,  Political Economy,  learners can then better understand how issues emerge,  debate on why particular 
policy choices are made (or not made) to cater to them and what other viable potential alternatives there might be.
Develop deeper comprehension & understanding of the issues which have commonality in various nations of the world. 
Elaborate on similarities and differences among different nations in response to common problems of the world.
Analysis of political institutions, culture, and economy of different political systems
to understand what factors have an impact on the outcomes. 
Promote sharper critical thinking skills to assess impact and significance of global problems. 
critical assessment of news articles, research papers, and other content on contemporary developments
Provide theoretical tools in order to explain, predict, or prescribe policy reform for all learners alike. 
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Look forward to positive prompt reply from your side. 
Thanking you. 
Yours Sincerely
Dr.  Amna Mirza
Assistant Professor
Political Science
SPM College
University of Delhi
Ph: 9873286056
Email: amna.mirza786@gmail.com