Video Lectures EU Regional Integration

 

Module 1 – The Political Rationale of European Integration
This module explores the historical and political foundations of European integration, examining both motives and key turning points.
1.1 Causes and Motives for European Integration
1.2 Early Steps and the Debate: Supranationalism vs. Intergovernmentalism
1.3 Main Historical Events of EU Integration (1960s–1980s)
1.4 From the EEC to the EU: The Treaty of Maastricht and the Pan-European Perspective
1.5 Integration in the Age of Globalisation: Europe in the 21st Century

Module 2 – EU Governance and Legal Framework
This module examines the principles, institutions, and dynamics shaping EU governance and citizenship.
2.1 Introduction
2.2 The Principle of Conferral
2.3 Division of Competences
2.4 The Principles of Subsidiarity and Proportionality
2.5 The Role of National Parliaments
2.6 Recap and Conclusion

Module 3 – Designing and Governing the European Economy
Focus on the economic dimension of integration: from early market concepts to crisis management and recovery.
3.1 From Early Ideas to First Implementation
3.2a From the Treaty of Rome to Maastricht
3.2b Introduction to the Single European Market
3.3 From Maastricht to the Global Financial Crisis
3.4 Crisis Response and Recovery: From the Financial Crisis to COVID-19
3.5 From the Covid to the Current Challenges 

Module 4 – Business Innovation and Sustainability
Analysis of innovation strategies, sustainability practices, and their role in European competitiveness.
4.1 Introduction and Key Concepts
4.2 Sustainable Business Model Innovation and Innovation Management
4.3 Circular Economy
4.4 Innovation and Digital Transformation
4.4b Barriers to adoption of transformative services at BOP
4.5 Network Marketing and Applied Case Studies
4.6 Wrap-up and Practical Insights

Module 5 – European Identity
A reflection on values, rights, and shared culture as pillars of European identity.
5.1 EU Values and Fundamental Rights
5.2 European Citizenship and the Role of Education
5.3 Multilateralism, Peace, and the Social Market Economy
5.4 Solidarity: Internal and External Dimensions
5.5 Unity in Diversity: Common Cultural Identity and National Plurality

Module 6 – Trans-Regional EU–Africa Relations
Exploring the political, economic, and social dimensions of EU–Africa cooperation.
6.1 Introduction: Cooperation Programs and Rationale
6.2 African Financial Integration: Unlocking Continental Prosperity
6.3 Challenges and Barriers to Financial Integration in Africa
6.4 Knowledge, Education, and Human Capital Development
6.5a Environmental and Climate Cooperation
6.5b Conclusion: Rethinking EU–Africa Relations