The organizing committee of the Global Conference on Public Policy and Social Sciences invites all government officers, practitioners, researcher, academics, professionals, students and those interested to participate in attending the forthcoming with the theme EMERGING ISSUES IN PUBLIC POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION.

The themes of this conference are concerned with the emerging issues in the contemporary society. Some of the key challenges of the present include security, civil society, environment and sustainability, leadership and legitimacy.

The academic community, government, business community and civil society must rise to these challenges. The challenges for all are to reconsider their ways of thinking and this must be reflected in government policies and actions.

This gives rise to the ethical dimension of the current discussions in economics, politics and social. They are vital in tackling these challenges, and achieving the right balance between economic growth, environmental protection, and high quality of life for citizens. A comprehensive policy response to these issues needs to cut across societal level.

CALL FOR PAPERS

   Submission of an abstract, topic of interest or proposal will be accepted for the purpose of registration. Time schedule to be determined later after all the papers have been received.
   Based on the approval for submission of paper, deadline for submission of final paper is no later than, November 28, 2014.
   Each presentation is to be approximately 30 minutes in length.
   Submission of paper and presentation is to be emailed to: conference@uofriverside.com

TOPICS

Abstracts of research papers in 150-200 words are invited from government officers, practitioners, researcher, academics, professionals, academics and Ph.D. scholars/PG students on contemporary issues in Public Policy befitting any of the conference tracks mentioned as under. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:

Civil Society Ethics, Accountability and Integrity International Relations Law and Legitimacy Policy and Administrative Reform Politics and Governance Security and Humanity Social Security and Welfare Urbanization and Local Government Social security Obamacare Terrorism and Public Policy Business and Entrepreneurship Economics, Accounting and Finance Management Change and Transformation Communication and Information Technology Culture and Globalization Development, Environment and Sustainability Gender Agriculture Medicine and Healthcare Sports and Recreation Tourism Quantitative Science Education Interdisciplinary Approach Knowledge and Human Capital Multiculturalism, Religion and Ethnic Relations

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

Proposals from those who would like to facilitate a panel discussion are welcomed. The proposals may address any of the topics falling within the scope of the conference themes.

Panel Discussions provide an opportunity for public discussion amongst a selected group of panelists. Central to the success of a panel discussion is the choice of a good topic as the focus for discussion and panel lists that bring differing perspectives and are confident in making clear arguments in a live situation. Panels should comprise of three to five scholars who present their arguments; a discussant offers critical comment on the arguments made and the discussion is opened up to the participating audience.

The proposal must include: Title Panel Chair(s) (if necessary) Speakers Name, Affiliation and Email Scope Objective and motivation

The Global Public Policy Symposium will set aside space for those who wish to pursue discussion of a particular topic or issue. Interested individuals should submit a proposal not more than 400 words, on or before November 28, 2014. In addition, the proposal should indicate the duration of the panel discussion (preferred duration is 90 minutes).

If you are interested in organizing Panel Discussion for the Global Public Policy Symposium, please email your proposal to conference@uofriverside.com

Submissions should be in MS Word format.

VIRTUAL PRESENTATION

We understand that some presenters will not be able to make the trip to United Stated to present their research paper mainly due to financial and/or political restrictions on travel. Therefore, with the use of Skype, authors of accepted papers have the same publication opportunities as regular presenters. A research works submitted without the participant attending the conference in person, but presented via video conferencing are refereed and published (if accepted) in the conference proceedings. Conference fees are the same for both virtual and face-to-face presentation.

You can submit a research paper, case study, work in progress and report for virtual presentation under the open call for papers via email to conference@uofriverside.com

Please reference Global Public Policy Symposium in your submission.

SESSIONS CHAIR PARTICIPATION

The Global Public Policy Symposium invites presenters to become a Session Chair.

The duties of the Session Chair include, but are not limited to:

   Introduction of every presenter including their biography.
   Management of presentation time.
   Run question and answer session upon completion of presentation

Individuals that are interested in participating as a Session Chair, please email your Resume or CV to conference@uofriverside.com. The proposal will be reviewed by the Steering Committees.

REGISTRATION & FEE PLAN

In order to ensure that monies are applied towards the correct participant, please note your full name on all payments, documents and correspondence.

   Presenter Non-Refundable/Non-Transferable Registration Fee: $500 USD
   Attendee Non-Refundable/Non-Transferable Registration Fee: $350 USD
   $100 USD discount for paid registration fee received on or before November 5, 2014*.
   Checks, Cashier’s Checks and Money Orders can be made payable to: La Sierra Group. Wire Transfers** are accepted. You may email us at conference@uofriverside.com for further details.

SPECIAL NOTE ON INVITATION LETTERS

Issuance of official invitation by the university will be sent upon receipt of payment. This will apply towards both an invitation for attendance as well as issuance of the letter of acceptance for submitted and approved abstracts for presentation. Abstract is subject to approval.

Only cash, check, money order or wire transfers’ payments are accepted for anyone requesting an official invitation. We do not accept credit card as a form of payment for those requesting an invitation.

  • Non-Refundable/Non-Transferable fee must be received by the early bird deadline of November 5, 2014 to receive the $100 discount, this includes completion of wires and bank transfers by this date.


**Please note that wire transfers may take up to 2-3 weeks to clear. Participant will be notified immediately once monies have been applied. An additional $25.00 processing fee will be assessed for all wire transfers.

Re-issue of an invitation letter is subject to a $50.00 fee as well as the $25.00 wire transfer fee.

All attendees, including paper presenters, speakers, panel conference participants, and session chairs must register and pay the registration fees. The registration fee is per presenter/attendee and will cover:

    ADMISSION TO ALL CONFERENCE SESSIONS
   COFFEE BREAKS

All conference Participants are responsible for meeting the costs of their registration, travel and accommodation.

Please complete the online registration form

To pay for registration fees, please may email us at conference@uofriverside.com

PROGRAM

To be announced. Please note the conference details are subject to change without notice. You may email us at conference@uofriverside.com if you have any questions.

ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATES

Conference attendees and presenters are given a certificate of attendance at the end of the event. Please note that conference delegates must stay for the duration of the 2-day conference. Additional fees will apply for any request to mail the certificate.

INSURANCE

We cannot accept any responsibility or liability for losses or damages of any type, to conference delegates or their companions, either during, or as a direct or indirect result, of the conference. All delegates and companions are advised to review their own insurance policies and obtain any additional coverage charges as may be needed or desired.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Hampton Inn & Suites Riverside/Corona East 4250 Riverwalk Parkway Riverside, California 92505 Tel: 1-951-352-5020 Fax: 1-951-354-2830 Room Reservation Corporate #0002734701

Please contact the hotel directly for reservations. For additional assistance, you may email us at conference@uofriverside.com

SPONSORED BY

School of Management University of Riverside Riverside, California 92505 Phone: (951) 637-0100 Fax: (951) 637-0400

CONFERENCE DVDs & MEDIA

Conference photos are available for viewing via the photo gallery

The full 2-day conference is available as a set of DVDs. If you are interested in a particular presentation, you may purchase a single DVD with your desired presentation only. Total cost for a single DVD is $79 USD and total cost for a complete set of DVDs per conference is $199 USD. Tax and shipping is not included. If you would like to purchase DVDs or you may email us at conference@uofriverside.com for further details.

SYMPOSIUM LOCATION

11840 Pierce Street, Suite 200, Riverside, CA 92505 Tel: 1-951-637-0100

FUTURE SYMPOSIUM DATES

December 4-5, 2015 Los Angeles (Metro)

For additional information, you may email us at conference@uofriverside.com for further details.