Future is FinTech

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This online course is designed to help industry practitioners, professionals, regulators, and investors critically assess disruptions in the finance industry driven by technological advancements. The programme would appeal to those already working in FinTech as well as those who are keen to develop their knowledge of the area.

During the course, you will learn:

  • Blockchain and cryptocurrencies
  • Digital payments
  • Crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending
  • Open banking
  • The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Finance
  • Risks and regulations in FinTech
  • InsurTech
  • Sustainable Digital Finance
  • FinTech in the time of Covid-19
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This course is hosted on a University learning platform.

Summary
  • Type of course
    Short course: Study a subject through videos, articles, discussions or quizzes.
  • Cost and certification
    £1850. Funding to be confirmed (requirements would apply). Certificate of completion awarded.
  • Duration
    10 weeks
  • Weekly effort
    6 hours approx.
  • Difficulty level
    Intermediate: May require some subject knowledge
  • Learning platform
    The University of Edinburgh
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