Program Overview

Program Details

Degree

Certificate

School

School of Business

Available

On Campus & Online

Description

Financial technology is one of the fastest-evolving sectors of the economy, driving innovation and revolutionizing the way we handle money and conduct financial transactions. Financial services are constantly incorporating many new technologies in processes underlying its products and services. Machine learning, blockchain, and digital payment systems are just a few of the latest technologies that have been introduced in financial services industry. This certificate will introduce students to tools necessary for the application of the newest techniques to financial problems in a scientific and methodical way.

Required Courses

• FA 591 Blockchain Technology & Decentralized Finance
• FA 595 Financial Technology
• FA 596 Digital Payments Technologies and Trends
• FA 690 Machine Learning in Finance

Application to Full Graduate Degree

If desired, the above courses can be applied toward a full graduate degree from the School of Business, especially the master's in Financial Technology and Analytics.