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Fintech: Foundations & Applications of Financial Technology

University of Pennsylvania

Delve into the realm of financial technology with Wharton's Fintech Specialization. This comprehensive course introduces you to the fundamental building blocks of financial technologies and their real-world applications. Through case studies of Wharton-led companies, you'll gain insights into essential components of technology-driven financial strategies, from complex regulations to cryptocurrency and portfolio optimization.

Throughout the course, you'll explore the disruptive force of changing payment methods, analyze the evolving regulatory landscape, and gain a deeper understanding of robo-advising, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lending, and blockchain. By the end of this Specialization, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions about deploying financial technologies, giving you a competitive advantage in using the latest financial innovations.

  • Gain insights into cryptocurrency, blockchain, robo-advising, and more
  • Explore the disruptive force of changing payment methods in the financial industry
  • Analyze the evolving regulatory landscape and its impact on financial technologies
  • Develop a deeper understanding of modern investment strategies employing technology

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Fintech: Foundations & Applications of Financial Technology
Course Modules

Gain expertise in financial technologies through four comprehensive modules. Explore the foundations of fintech, cryptocurrency, modern investing, and emerging technologies in AI and real estate.

FinTech: Foundations, Payments, and Regulations

Discover the foundational elements of modern-day investment strategies utilizing fintech. Gain insights into payment methods, financial regulations, robo-advising, and changing demographic forces. Understand the dynamic relationship between innovations and regulations to develop a fintech strategy for yourself or your business.

Cryptocurrency and Blockchain: An Introduction to Digital Currencies

Delve into the realm of cryptocurrency and blockchain. Develop a framework for understanding digital currencies, blockchain technology, and assessing the risks of cryptocurrency in modern investment portfolios. Gain expertise in incorporating cryptocurrency into your investment plans.

Lending, Crowdfunding, and Modern Investing

Explore the theories behind robo-advising, crowdfunding, and marketplace lending. Apply these theories to optimize your investments, manage risks, and analyze real-life examples to achieve better returns on your investments.

Application of AI, InsurTech, and Real Estate Technology

Learn about emerging technologies in AI and Machine Learning utilized in InsurTech and Real Estate Tech. Gain insights into the impact of these technologies on the future of finance and investments.

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