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Call for Chapters: Critical Economic Implications of Global Demographic Changes

Editors

Bryan Christiansen, Southern New Hampshire University, United States
John Branch, University of Michigan, United States

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: April 15, 2025
Full Chapters Due: June 28, 2025
Submission Date: June 28, 2025

Introduction

Global demographic changes refer to the shifts in the age, size, and composition of populations worldwide. These shifts are largely influenced by factors like fertility rates, life expectancy, migration, and urbanization. Some of the most notable global demographic trends include the following: Rapidly Ageing Populations in Advanced Economies; Rapid Youth Populations in Developing Nations; International Migration Patterns; and Urbanization. Based on these and other demographic trends, some of the key impacts on global economics include: Labor Force Participation; Pension and Healthcare Systems; Shifting Consumer Demand; Economic Growth and Innovation; International Trade and Global Labor Mobility; Economic Inequality and Geopolitical Tensions; and Real Estate and Infrastructure Development.

In summary, global demographic changes present both challenges and opportunities for the global economy. The aging populations of developed countries demand adjustments in labor markets, pensions, and healthcare, while the growth of younger populations in developing nations can provide a demographic dividend if harnessed properly. Countries and businesses must adapt to these shifts through strategic investments in education, healthcare, technology, and social policies to ensure sustained economic growth and stability in an era of global hyper competition.

Objective

The objective of this publication is to examine in-depth how rapidly changing global demographics are affecting national economies and businesses in an era of increasing hyper competition worldwide.

Target Audience

The target audiences for this publication include academics, practitioners, and graduate students who require a single source Reference book on the topics involved in the subject matter.

Recommended Topics

  • The Impact of Aging Populations on National Economic Growth
  • Youthful Populations and Their Role in Driving Economic Development
  • Global Population Aging and Its Effects on Global Labor Markets
  • The Economic Challenges of Supporting an Aging Workforce: Pensions and Healthcare
  • Migration and Its Economic Implications for Both Sending and Receiving Countries
  • Urbanization Trends and Their Impact on Infrastructure and Economic Growth
  • Economic Consequences of Declining Birth Rates in Developed Countries
  • The Economic Impact of Longer Life Expectancy on Public Finances
  • The Role of Immigration in Mitigating Workforce Shortages in Aging Economies
  • The Economic Benefits of Youthful Populations in Emerging Markets
  • How Aging Populations Are Changing Consumer Demand and Market Dynamics
  • Labor Force Participation in Aging Societies: Trends and Policy Responses
  • The Effect of Demographic Shifts on Global Innovation and Technological Advancements
  • Demographic Transitions in Africa: Economic Implications for the Continent
  • The Global Rise of Megacities: Economic and Social Consequences
  • The Intergenerational Economic Burden: Who Pays for an Aging Population?
  • Education and Skills Development for Youthful Populations: An Economic Imperative
  • Automation and the Future of Work in Aging Economies
  • Global Aging and Its Impact on International Trade and Global Supply Chains
  • The Role of Women in Shaping the Demographic and Economic Future
  • How Health Innovations and Longevity Affect the Economy
  • The Economic Impact of Changing Family Structures in Global Demographics
  • Migration Policies and Their Economic Impact on Labor Markets
  • Demographic Shifts and Their Impact on Real Estate Markets: Urban vs. Rural Trends
  • The Effect of Ageing Populations on Global Savings and Investment Patterns
  • Social Unrest and Economic Instability Caused by Demographic Inequality
  • The Impact of Global Demographics on Global Financial Markets and Investment Strategies
  • How Aging Populations Challenge Sustainability Goals and Economic Growth
  • The Rise of Elderly Entrepreneurship: Opportunities and Challenges for the Economy
  • Population Decline and Its Economic Consequences: Case Studies from Japan and Eastern Europe
  • The Future of Social Security Systems in Aging Societies
  • Impact of Global Demographic Shifts on Agricultural Markets and Food Security
  • The Economic Effects of Brain Drain: Skilled Migration from Developing Countries
  • The Role of Technology in Supporting an Aging Population: Economic Opportunities
  • Intergenerational Wealth Transfer and Its Economic Implications
  • Changing Housing Needs: The Economic Impact of Aging Homeowners and Millennials
  • The Role of Digital Economies in Bridging Demographic Gaps
  • The Economic Consequences of Population Aging on Healthcare Systems: Global Perspectives
  • Climate Change, Migration, and Demographic Shifts: Economic and Social Challenges
  • Cross-Cultural Economic Impacts of Demographic Change in Multinational Workforces


Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before April 15, 2025, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by April 29, 2025 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters of a minimum of 10,000 words (word count includes references and related readings) are expected to be submitted by June 28, 2025, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Critical Economic Implications of Global Demographic Changes. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global Scientific Publishing specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2026.



Important Dates

April 15, 2025: Proposal Submission Deadline
April 29, 2025: Notification of Acceptance
June 28, 2025: Full Chapter Submission
August 30, 2025: Review Results Returned
October 11, 2025: Final Acceptance Notification
October 25, 2025: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Bryan Christiansen
Southern New Hampshire University
b.christiansen@snhu.edu

John Branch
University of Michigan
jdbranch@umich.edu



Classifications


Business and Management; Social Sciences and Humanities
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