Program Overview
Introduction to Financial Technology
Financial Technology, or FinTech, is an area of study that combines finance, computer science, business analytics, data science, and advanced technologies. FinTech experts are in high demand, automating business processes and developing predictive technologies for enterprising firms and industries.
Program Overview
The FinTech program at Jacksonville University is the first of its kind in Northeast Florida, which is a burgeoning hub for FinTech companies. The program is a collaboration between the Davis College of Business and Technology and the STEAM Institute, and is offered as a major for undergraduate students and as an MBA concentration for graduate students.
Hands-on Experience
The FinTech Lab is a cutting-edge space in the STEAM Institute designed for students to get familiar with industry-standard tools. The lab features AI software, mobile applications, financial programs, lab spaces, geographic information systems, and other technologies to support understanding of wealth management, banking, and financial services.
Career Opportunities
Jacksonville, Florida, is a leader in the FinTech industry, home to over 20 major banks, insurance companies, and Fortune 500 investment firms. FinTech students receive experiential training in the STEAM FinTech lab, intern at top investment firms, and join conversations with local experts about the modern business market, preparing them for competitive careers in business industries. FinTech experts go on to work in:
- Education
- Retail banking
- Fundraising
- Investment management
- Cryptocurrencies
- App development
- More
Industry Growth and Statistics
- 33% growth projected for global FinTech by 2026
- First university in NE Florida to offer FinTech
- 62,000+ FinTech employees in Jacksonville