Global Health Challenges and Sustainable Healthcare Systems
This module introduces the key concepts, challenges and opportunities shaping global health and sustainable healthcare systems. It explores the links between health, development, sustainability and public health within a global context, while examining major health challenges, healthcare systems and emerging trends. The module also provides an understanding of sustainable healthcare practices, healthcare research, and the leadership, financial and management skills required to support effective and resilient healthcare systems.
List of Abbreviations
Introduction to the Module, Globalization, Development and Sustainability Transitions
Professor Allam Ahmed
President LISD and WASD (London – UK)
02
SESSION
Foundations of Sustainability and SD
Professor Allam Ahmed
President LISD and WASD (London – UK)
03
SESSION
Understanding the UN 2030 Agenda and SDGs Healthcare Alignment
Former Ambassador to the United Nations (Geneve – Switzerland)
04
SESSION
Overview of Global Healthcare Systems and Models
Professor Muhammad Aziz Rahman
Federation University (Melbourne – Australia)
05
SESSION
Major Health Challenges and Emerging Threats (pandemics, ageing populations, non-communicable diseases)
Dr Mayada Abu Affan
Director of Public Health, Hammersmith and Fulham Council (London – UK)
06
SESSION
Health Inequalities and Social Determinants of Health
Dr Mayada Abu Affan
Director of Public Health, Hammersmith and Fulham Council (London – UK)
Dr Muna Abdel Aziz
International CPD Advisor and Retired Director of Public Health (Manchester – UK)
07
SESSION
Principles of Sustainable Healthcare
Dr Mayada Abu Affan
Director of Public Health, Hammersmith and Fulham Council (London – UK)
Dr Muna Abdel Aziz
International CPD Advisor and Retired Director of Public Health (Manchester – UK)
08
SESSION
Integrated Care in Developing-World Contexts
Dr Mayada Abu Affan
Director of Public Health, Hammersmith and Fulham Council (London – UK)
Dr Muna Abdel Aziz
International CPD Advisor and Retired Director of Public Health (Manchester – UK)
09
SESSION
Accounting and Financial Literacy for Healthcare Leaders
Professor Michael Busler
Stockton University (New Jersey – USA)
