Teaching Philosophy

Azhar Iqbal's teaching philosophy centers on connecting theory with practice, fostering critical media literacy, and preparing students for the challenges of today's digital communication landscape. He believes in creating inclusive and interactive classrooms where students learn to think strategically, communicate ethically, and use digital tools to shape meaningful social narratives.

His teaching integrates hands-on projects, data storytelling, and media analysis to help students develop both conceptual understanding and professional competence.

Courses Taught

University of Kansas (2023–Present)

Ph.D. Candidate & Graduate Teaching Assistant, William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications

As a Ph.D. Candidate and Graduate Teaching Assistant at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications, University of Kansas, Azhar has independently taught and assisted in multiple undergraduate courses, including:

  • JMC 560 – Message Development in Advertising, Public Relations, and Digital Marketing Communication
  • JMC 640 – Campaigns in Digital Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations
  • JMC 150 – Presenting to the Audiences (Public Speaking)
  • JMC 302 – Information Exploration
  • JMC 309 – Data Storytelling

University of Management and Technology, Lahore (2019–2023)

Lecturer, School of Media and Communication Studies

  • MC 3521 – Fundamentals of Advertising and Public Relations
  • MC 4911 – Advertising and Public Relations Campaigns
  • MC 5231 – Copywriting and Campaign Development
  • MC 3517 – Broadcast Production
  • MC 2543 – Media Writing Skills

Lahore Leads University (2018–2019)

Lecturer, Department of Mass Communication

  • MCOM 241 – Principles of Advertising and Public Relations
  • MCOM 219 – Introduction to Mass Communication
  • MCOM 231 – Broadcast Journalism
  • MCOM 322 – Digital Journalism

Ural Federal University, Russia (2017–2018)

Teaching Assistant

  • Management of PR & Advertising Agencies