Financial Innovations and Fintech

Students will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology and its impact on traditional financial services. The course covers key topics such as innovations in banking, insurance, investment, and payment systems driven by technological advancements. The course also covers blockchain and cryptocurrencies, robo-advisors, peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunding, algorithmic trading, and regulatory challenges associated with fintech. Through case studies and/or team projects, students will gain insights into the disruptive potential of fintech and its implications for the future of finance, preparing them to adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing industry.