Program Overview

Fintech Literacy Program

The Fintech Literacy Program is a public good, no-cost online program designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to drive positive social impact in the digital economy. This program is thoughtfully curated by the Asian Institute of Digital Finance in collaboration with Data.org under their Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN).

Course Highlights

• Format: Online (Asynchronous)
• Duration: 16 hours
• Pre-Requisites: None
• Course Fees: Free (worth $1,900)

Who is this course for?

This program is designed to benefit a diverse range of participants from various disciplines interested in exploring ethical AI, data privacy, and financial inclusion. It's ideal for:

• Aspiring and early-career data professionals
• Students and recent graduates
• Small business owners and entrepreneurs
• Professionals from government, NGOs, academia, and the financial sector

Course Details

Holistic Learning Path

Embark on a transformative journey by completing all three interconnected series—Ethical AI, Financial Inclusion, and Data Privacy. Gain a well-rounded, comprehensive understanding of how these fields shape global industries and societies.

Free Course with a Focus on Social Impact

This course is designed to empower you to drive positive social impact. Offered entirely free of charge, it equips you with the knowledge and skills to create a meaningful difference in your community, organization, or career, while fostering ethical and inclusive practices in AI and data privacy.

Ethical AI Mastery

Dive deep into the foundational concepts of Ethical AI and explore its application across sectors like banking, small businesses, and government organizations. Learn how AI can be both a tool for innovation and a driver of social good, supported by leading frameworks such as FEAT, Veritas Toolkit, ISO/IEC42001, and the EU AI Act.

Transformative Financial Inclusion

Understand the global importance of financial inclusion and how it can change the lives of individuals and communities. From government policies to fintech solutions for SMEs, you’ll explore the challenges and opportunities in creating inclusive financial systems. Gain insights into the technologies and strategies driving access to financial services across the globe.

Comprehensive Understanding of Data Privacy concepts

Learn how to protect sensitive information in financial institutions, government organizations, and SMEs. From foundational principles to cutting-edge Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs), you’ll gain the knowledge to help organizations meet evolving privacy challenges and regulations.

Certification

Complete all three series to earn a certificate. This certificate will showcase your commitment to ethical practices, financial inclusion, and data protection, positioning you as a leader in these areas.

Course Outline

Ethical AI

• Introduction to Ethical AI
• Key concepts in Ethical AI
• Tools and frameworks for Ethical AI: FEAT & Veritas Toolkit
• Tools and frameworks for Ethical AI: ISO/IEC42001
• Tools and frameworks for Ethical AI: EU AI Act
• Ethical AI in Banking and Financial Institutions
• Ethical AI in small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
• Emerging trends, future challenges and conclusion

Financial Inclusion

• Introduction to Financial Inclusion
• Key Concepts of Financial Inclusion
• Benefits of driving financial inclusion
• Challenges of driving financial inclusion
• Driving financial inclusion by Government organizations
• Driving financial inclusion by Financial institutions
• Driving financial inclusion for Small & medium enterprises
• Deep dive case studies
• Global policies and frameworks promoting financial inclusion
• Global FinTech Tools and solutions for small businesses
• Emerging trends and technologies driving financial inclusion
• Future direction and conclusion

Data Privacy

• Introduction to Data Privacy
• Key Concepts of Data Privacy
• Data Privacy in Financial Institutions
• Data Privacy in Government Organizations
• Data Privacy in Small Businesses
• Data Privacy of Intellectual Property (IP) in Small Businesses
• Deep dive case studies
• Data Privacy Techniques: Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs)
• Emerging Trends and Technologies

Course Instructors

• Prof Edward Tay, Head of CET & Executive Education, Asian Institute of Digital Finance
• Prof Tek Yew Chia, Adjunct Professor and Advisor, Asian Institute of Digital Finance & Senior Advisor, Boston Consulting Group
• Dr. Uzair Javaid, Co-founder & CEO of Betterdata
• David Siah, VP Channels (APAC, Middle East, Africa) at Trend Micro
• Sagun Garg, Director - Technology Innovation, Julius Baer
• Rony Palathinkal, Advisor, Singapore Standards Council (UN SDG Working Group), Advisor - Keenai Global & Co-founder – GreenArc Capital
• Li Xuchun, Specialist Lead in AI at Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
• Dheeraj Chowdhry, Chief Business Officer, Southeast Asia, Pine Labs
• Andeed Ma, President, RIMAS
• Freda Zhang, Director at First-Mag Business Management Private Limited
• Dr Simon Chan, Principal Privacy Consultant at Learn Collab Pte Ltd
• Chirstopher Chow, Strategic Alliance Partner at AMPliefi

The Fintech Literacy Program is designed to unlock the power of financial literacy for social good, offering practical insights into Ethical AI, Financial Inclusion, and Data Privacy. Participants will explore global frameworks and understand how AI and data can drive financial inclusion and safeguard privacy across sectors. Whether you're a student, policymaker, or entrepreneur, this program equips you to lead with impact in the age of AI and data. Enriched with real-world case studies and emerging trends, this program empowers learners to design and deploy responsible, inclusive, and future-ready solutions.