Global Certificate Course in Behavioral Economics for Health Decision Making Skills
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're thrilled to have Dr. Jane Smith with us, an expert in behavioral economics and its application to health decision making. She's here to talk about a new course she's teaching, the Global Certificate Course in Behavioral Economics for Health Decision Making Skills. So, Jane, can you tell us what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've seen a growing need for healthcare professionals and policymakers to understand how cognitive biases affect health choices. This course is a direct response to that need, aiming to equip learners with the skills to design effective health interventions using behavioral insights. HOST: That sounds fascinating. Can you share an example of how cognitive biases can impact health choices? GUEST: Sure, one common example is the "status quo bias." This is when people prefer to stick with their current situation, even if it's not the best option for them. In health, this could mean continuing unhealthy habits because change feels too risky or uncomfortable. HOST: Interesting. And how does the course help learners overcome such challenges? GUEST: We use case studies and real-world examples to help learners master decision-making frameworks and nudges. These tools can help shift behaviors towards healthier choices, improving both patient engagement and public health programs. HOST: It's great to hear about the practical application of the course content. What do you see as the biggest challenge in this field right now? GUEST: I think one of the biggest challenges is integrating behavioral science into traditional health economics. We're trying to bridge that gap in this course, showing learners how to apply behavioral insights in a health economic context. HOST: That's a crucial skill to develop. Lastly, where do you see the future of behavioral economics in health decision making? GUEST: I believe we'll see more and more integration of behavioral economics into healthcare policies and interventions. As we understand more about how cognitive biases influence health decisions, we can create better, more effective strategies for improving health outcomes. HOST: Dr. Jane Smith, thank you so much for joining us today and giving us an insight into the Global Certificate Course in Behavioral Economics for Health Decision Making Skills. To our listeners, if you're interested in learning more or signing up for the course, visit our website for more information. Until next time, keep learning!
