Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Analyst, Blockchain Developer, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Software or Applications Programmer

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Qualification

Graduate Certificate

Awarded By

UNSW Online

Duration

Accelerated; complete in as little as 8 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

The online Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology at UNSW is designed for those who see the growing number of, and diversity of, employment opportunities where financial technology capabilities are required, and premium salaries are being offered.

You’ll gain the foundational skills of FinTech and a comprehensive understanding of the implications of tech advancements on the future and present state of the financial services industry.

The Graduate Certificate provides you with the skills employers demand, in a fast-tracked model, and gives you a pathway to study the Master of Financial Technology.

Eligibility

To do this course, you’ll need:

A recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline; OR
5 years of relevant work experience in a commercial or public service organisation related to banking, finance, or technology; AND
To be proficient in the English language.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

Students can choose to study either:

Any 3 core subjects, plus 1 available elective subject; OR
Any 4 core subjects.

Core subjects:

FinTech Ecosystem and Industry Insights
Decentralised Finance
RegTech Applications for Banking and Finance
Tech Disruption in Payments and Transfers
Tech Disruption in Funding and Lending
InsurTech and Financial Risk Management
Technical Tools for FinTech^
Problem-solving Methods for FinTech^*
Data Management for FinTech^*
Robo-Advisory and Portfolio Optimisation^*

Elective subjects:

Managing People, Analytics and Change
Data and Ethics
Principles of Programming
Foundations of Cyber Security
Big Data Management
Foundations of Data Science

Available elective subjects will vary per program and study period ^Subjects requiring programming (Python) knowledge. *Pre-requisite required: Technical Tools for FinTech.

Why study with UNSW Online

Study 100% Online with UNSW. A World Leader

UNSW is a globally recognised leader in education, with a focus on industry applicable programs. When you study online with UNSW, you can expect to learn from world-class academics and collaborate with ambitious, like-minded individuals.

Study at Australia’s Global University. Anywhere, anytime

Studying online at UNSW means that you have the flexibility to shape your studies to fit your life and career goals. The programs have been designed with busy working professionals in mind so you can study one course at a time, 100% online & accelerated, whilst working full-time.

Designed by Industry for Industry

The UNSW online programs have been developed in close consultation with industry experts equipping you with applicable and career-related skills. UNSW is ranked in the top 3 universities in Australia for graduate employability, and is 27th in the world (QS University World Rankings by Graduate Employability, 2020) with each program offering advanced disciplinary depth, giving you access to the latest thinking and current research.

Student Support

Student Admissions Advisors: Investing in the right program for you is important to us and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our Student Enrolment Advisors are available to assist you with all your program and enrolment queries. Student Success Advisors: Studying online does not mean studying alone. We are here to help you make your difference. Throughout your study journey, you will be able to turn to your Student Success Advisor (SSA), who is committed to assisting you at every stage, from enrolment through to graduation. Your SSA is on hand to help with all non-academic queries by phone or email.

Where Will It Lead Me?

The online Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology at UNSW offers graduates the know-how to respond to the technological revolution in finance and give you the confidence to lead and innovate teams, start-ups and businesses.

Software or Applications Programmer