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

AI: Artificial Intelligence
DS: Data Science
DT: Digital Transformation
KM: Knowledge Management
UN: United Nations
PPP: Public-Private Partnership
SD: Sustainable Development
SDGs: Sustainable Development Goals
STI: Science, Technology and Innovation
VNR: Voluntary National Reviews
01 SESSION

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
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Understanding the UN 2030 Agenda and SDGs Healthcare Alignment

Ambassador (Ret) Dr Petru Dumitriu
Former Ambassador to the United Nations (Geneve – Switzerland)

04
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Overview of Global Healthcare Systems and Models

Professor Muhammad Aziz Rahman
Federation University (Melbourne – Australia)

05
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Accounting and Financial Literacy for Healthcare Leaders

Professor Michael Busler
Stockton University (New Jersey – USA)

10
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Healthcare Research and Development

Dr Andrew Murray
Antelope Health (London – UK)