University of Hong Kong

This course introduces major concepts and definitions in political geography followed by a brief introduction of the intellectual history and lineage of political geography. The course then examines theoretical issues and empirical cases, grouped into a number of topics. The tenet of this course is to show how world order and the lived experiences of people are shaped by, but also reshape, the respective capacities of, and interactions between, state regimes. It is to show that sovereignty, territoriality and nation-state matter a great deal in defining global economy, social transformation and culture. Topics investigated in the course include: classical geopolitical theories; global economy and the world-system; critical geopolitics; globalization and the regulation of difference; imperialism and post-colonial geographies; territoriality, sovereignty and the border; nation-state, nationalism and citizenship.

This course examines major developments in world history, in the period from the late eighteenth century to the present, with particular emphasis on the theme of globalization. It covers areas of culture, religion, politics, society and the world economy.

This course introduces management and operation of organizations in the nonprofit sector. In particular, it examines issues unique to the governance and administration of nonprofits, including board management, fundraising, philanthropy, innovation, technology, capacity, nonprofit accounting and reporting, leadership, and network management. Lecture topics include an introduction to the nonprofit sector, governance and accountability, institutional and legal environment, innovation and technology, and collaboration and networking. Students learn both the theories and practical techniques required for an effective manager in nonprofit organizations. Assessment: tutorial assignments (20%), group project (40%), final exam (40%).

This course examines venture management in innovation development and commercialization for those who believe they have what it takes to build new businesses and ventures. It covers market analysis and opportunities; business and financial model design; intellectual property management; sources of investment and equity/shareholder structures; and sustainable business operation management and risk management.