ABSTRACT

Introduction Populations change over time. For example, the average age of the population may increase. It is important for organisations to follow, analyse, and as Jon Kyl suggests, respond accordingly to change, because demographic trends

15.1 Introduction 15.2 Key demographic infl uences 15.3 Current and emerging ethical and international issues in demographics 15.4 Analysing the effect of current and future demographic infl uences on

organisations 15.5 Summary

After carefully reading and engaging with the tasks and activities outlined in this chapter, you should have a better understanding of: ● the concept of demographics ● key factors and trends in demographics ● how demographics affect organisations ● the current and emerging ethical and international issues in demographics.