Executive Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Health Promotion Policy Development
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we have a special guest who will share insights about an exciting course, the Executive Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Health Promotion Policy Development. Could you briefly introduce yourself and your connection to this subject? GUEST: Hi, I'm Dr. Jane Smith, a behavioral economist with over 15 years of experience working in health policy. I've seen firsthand how understanding cognitive biases and emotional responses can significantly improve health promotion policies. HOST: That's fascinating! With the growing interest in behavioral economics, what current industry trends are you seeing that make this course crucial for professionals? GUEST: There's increasing recognition that traditional economic approaches often overlook the complexities of human decision-making. Behavioral economics addresses these gaps, making it a valuable skill for health promotion policy developers. HOST: I see. And what challenges do you face when applying behavioral economics concepts to health promotion, and how does this course help address those challenges? GUEST: One of the main challenges is overcoming skepticism and resistance to new approaches. This course equips learners with the tools to effectively communicate and demonstrate the value of behavioral economics in health promotion policy development. HOST: That sounds really helpful. Looking to the future, what impact do you envision this course having on learners' careers and on the health promotion industry as a whole? GUEST: I believe this course will empower learners to drive change in health promotion policy, ultimately improving public health outcomes. It will also create a community of professionals skilled in behavioral economics, fostering collaboration and innovation. HOST: Thank you, Dr. Smith, for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. We're excited to see the positive impact this course will have on health promotion policy development and the professionals who take it. GUEST: My pleasure! Thanks for having me.
