Leading FinTech Transformation Certificate
College: General
Leading FinTech Transformation certificate will prepare students to navigate the technical infrastructure of Fintech and lead and manage Fintech implementations in organizations.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Compare and contrast different types of financial institutions and the technology-assisted processes needed to operate them.
- Analyze and assess organizations using recognized fiscal performance measures.
- Develop and operationalize a strategic technology plan for FinTech innovations.
- Apply project management techniques for ongoing digital transformation in financial organizations.
- Create digital tools to support financial analytics.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Leading FinTech Transformation
Admission to the Leading FinTech Transformation Certificate requires:
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Overall undergraduate GPA on required transcripts of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Students need to submit transcripts and a current resume. For students who do not meet the GPA requirement, a provisional admission may be made based on additional information such as a statement of purpose and/or an interview with the applicant.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| FNT 700 | FinTech Essentials | 3 |
| FNT 705 | FinTech Analytics | 3 |
| FNT 710 | Managing FinTech Innovation | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
University Requirements for Graduate Certificates
Graduate certificates are designed for students at one of the following levels:
- Students who have completed a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution and are enrolled for graduate credit
- Students who are enrolled simultaneously in a graduate degree program
Students must meet the admission requirements of a degree seeking or non-degree seeking graduate student to be eligible to earn a graduate certificate. At least 75% of the credits must be earned after completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree and students must attain a GPA of 3.00 within the certificate courses.
Certificate programs are designed to develop a particular expertise or set of skills. Graduate certificate programs will require a minimum of 8 graduate-level credits. For graduate certificates, at least 50% of the credits must be at the 700 level. At least 60% of the credits for the graduate certificates must be earned at UW-Parkside for program residency. Individual departments and programs may require more than 60% of the credits to be taken at UW Parkside.
Certificate programs should not be confused with certification or licensure programs which lead to certification by an outside agency.