Advanced Introduction to Demography

Elgar Advanced Introductions provide accessible yet rigorous introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business, and law, highlighting the power of multi-dimensional demography. They define three demographic theories with predictive power and reposition the discipline at the heart of social science. The book discusses alternative demographic scenarios, introduces national human resource management, and argues for cognitive changes as the primary driver of demographic transition. It is a must-read for demographers and students of demography in other social sciences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 10 September 2021
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

Elgar Advanced Introductions are captivating and insightful overviews of significant domains in the social sciences, business, and law, meticulously crafted by esteemed scholars worldwide. These introductions are designed to be accessible while maintaining rigorous standards, providing concise and lucid examinations of the substantive and policy issues associated with specific subject areas.

Focusing on the transformative power of multi-dimensional demography, this advanced introduction delves into the most significant transformations in our societies and economies through quantitative approaches. It establishes three predictive demographic theories—demographic metabolism, transition, and dividend—and reimagines the discipline as the cornerstone of social science.

Key features of this comprehensive introduction include:

An exploration of alternative demographic scenarios within the framework of sustainable development.

The introduction of national human resource management as the population policy for the 21st century.

A comprehensive outline of how the significant demographic theories discussed form the building blocks of a Unified Demographic Theory.

A compelling argument for cognitive changes as the primary driver of demographic transition, demonstrated by the impact of shifting educational attainment structures.

This advanced introduction is a vital resource for demographers across the globe, offering a concise summary of the concepts, theories, and immense power of multi-dimensional demography. It is also an invaluable resource for students of demography at all levels, as well as academics in other social sciences, such as human geography, development studies, and sociology scholars seeking to leverage the latest advancements in demography to enrich their fields.

Weight: 362g
Dimension: 236 x 135 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789901467