Introduction to Aging in Australia
An innovative course on the aging trend in Australia, developed in collaboration with Care Technologies
at Home, from Australia. This course will provide insights into the demographic and healthcare systems of
Australia, and compare them with those of countries like China, the USA, and Canada. Participants will also
explore the impact of AgeTech innovations and future trends affecting the aging population in Australia.
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What you'll learn
- Analyze the demographic structure of Australia, focusing on the aging population’s characteristics and trends.
- Examine the healthcare landscape, including recent innovations in AgeTech.
- Assess migration patterns and their impact on aging demographics.
- Understand the cultural influences on the aging experience.
- Predict future trends in aging and identify related opportunities for interventions and innovations.
Who is this course for
- Entrepreneurs in the field of aging
- Business leaders developing products for the aging population
- Financial regulators
- Economists and financial planners
- Demography and researchers
Course content
Introduction
1. Understanding the Psychology of Aging
2. Money Management and Planning for the Future
3. Decision Making and Psychological Well-being
4. Wrap-Up
Introduction - Aging in Australia from an International Perspective
1. Understanding Australia’s Aging Population
2. Healthcare Landscape in Australia
3. Australian Cultural Perspectives
4. AgeTech in Australia
5. Future Trends of Aging in Australia
1. The Demographic Trends of Aging Around the World
2. Is The Frontier of Survival Still Advancing?
3. The Reciprocal Relationship Between Society, Healthcare, and Aging
4. Effects of Aging on Real Estate, Financial Markets & Interest Rate
1. What is Age-Friendly Banking
2. The 3 Interrelated Elements of Age-Friendly Banking
3. Age-friendly Banking in Practice, Part I
4. Age friendly Banking in Practice, Part II
1. Setting The Stage
2. Financial Inclusion 1.0 Versus Financial Inclusion 2.0
3. Strategies For Measuring Financial Inclusion Around the World
4. Mobile Money, Poverty, and Gender Equality
5. Religion, Gender, Race, and Old Age in the New Digital Banking
6. Micro-Pensions and Savings
7. Credit, Risk, and Financial Inclusion
8. Future Trends (such as a Digital Central Currency) and Their Expected Impact on Financial Inclusion
1. Short Introduction
2. Alternative Saving Models in the Digital World
Introduction
1. Understanding the Biology of Aging
2. The Longevity Market, Money and Research
3. The Conventional Approach to Longevity
4. Longevity Medicine and Best Practices
5. Longevity - The Long Term
6. Key Takeaways & Further Reading
1. Navigating Relationships
2. Navigating Purpose
3. Navigating Health
4. Navigating Wealth
1. Foundations of AgeTech and Aging
2. Challenges of Aging - Tech-Enabled Solutions
3. Trends and Opportunities in AgeTech
4. Big Tech in AgeTech
5. Future Directions and Innovation in AgeTech
Introduction
1. General Overview of The Old Population in India
2. Leading Challenges
3. Examples of Government Initiatives
4. Key Takeaways
Skills covered in this course
demography
population aging
comparative Analysis
longevity
policies
silver economy
financial security
culture
critical thinking
Requirements
- No previous knowledge required
Description
Faculty
Dr. Ira Sobel
Founder and Academic Director, Fintech for Longevity Academy
Dr. Ira Sobel is the founder and Academic Director of Fintech for Longevity Academy, a trusted provider of financial longevity for corporate professionals around the world. Dr. Sobel specializes in the economic aspects of aging with a particular focus on the role of Fintech in improving the financial well-being of older adults and their families. Dr. Sobel lives in Israel where she is currently teaching a course on “Financial Inclusion in the Fintech Age” at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She is an international speaker and advisor to many Fintech companies and VCs around the world. Dr. Sobel has a PhD in Sociology from Tel Aviv University.
Courses
Dr. Gordana Dermody
Founder of Care Technologies at Home and Senior Lecturer, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Professional Certificate
Acquire a certificate showcasing your skill mastery.
Basic
Recommended level
Online, self paced
Mode of learning
Professional Certificate
Acquire a certificate showcasing your skill mastery.
Basic
Recommended level
Online, self paced
Mode of learning
