Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to the innovative world of FinTech and how technology is transforming the financial industry. You will learn about blockchain, cryptocurrencies, crowdfunding, and more.Key Learning Points
- Understand the impact of technology on the financial industry
- Explore the latest FinTech innovations
- Learn about blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and crowdfunding
- Discover the potential of FinTech to drive financial inclusion
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of FinTech and its impact on the financial industry
- Learn about the latest FinTech innovations and their potential applications
- Explore the opportunities and challenges of FinTech for financial inclusion
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of finance
- Basic understanding of technology
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes
Similar Courses
- Blockchain and Cryptocurrency: What You Need to Know
- Digital Transformation in Financial Services
- FinTech Foundations and Overview
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Chris Skinner
- Brett King
- Andrei Kirilenko
Related Books
Description
Our primary goal is to help you to understand FinTech and to become more confident and persuasive in your ability to analyze and make recommendations to executives within the finance industry regarding how to react to these changes.
Outline
- Introduction to FinTech
- 1.1: Introduction to FinTech Foundations & Overview
- 1.2: FinTech For Dinosaurs (Part 1)
- 1.3: FinTech For Dinosaurs (Part 2)
- 1.4: FinTech For Entrepreneurs (Part 1)
- 1.5: FinTech For Entrepreneurs (Part 2)
- 1.6: FinTech For Entrepreneurs (Part 3)
- 1.7: FinTech For Investors (Part 1)
- 1.8: FinTech For Investors (Part 2)
- 1.9: FinTech For Consumers
- 1.10: FinTech Case Study: Capital One
- 1.11: What is FinTech? Summary
- Course Outline
- Assignment & Grading
- Quiz - Week 1
- FinTech Business Applications
- 2.1: FinTech Business Applications Overview
- 2.2: Lending & Personal Finance (Part 1)
- 2.3: Lending & Personal Finance (Part 2)
- 2.4: Crowd-Funding and Business Financing (Part 1)
- 2.5: Crowd-Funding and Business Financing (Part 2)
- 2.6: Payments and Retail Transactions (Part 1)
- 2.7: Payments and Retail Transactions (Part 2)
- 2.8: Equity, Trading, and Investments (Part 1)
- 2.9: Equity, Trading, and Investments (Part 2)
- 2.10: Equity, Trading, and Investments (Part 3)
- 2.11: Cryptocurrencies (Part 1)
- 2.12: Cryptocurrencies (Part 2)
- 2.13: Banking Infrastructure, Tools, and Logistics (Part 1)
- 2.14: Banking Infrastructure, Tools, and Logistics (Part 2)
- 2.15: FinTech Business Applications Summary
- Quiz - Week 2
- The Tech of FinTech
- 3.1: The Tech of FinTech Overview
- 3.2: Identity, Privacy, and Anonymity (Part 1)
- 3.3: Identity, Privacy, and Anonymity (Part 2)
- 3.4: Blockchain and Encryption (Part 1)
- 3.5: Blockchain and Encryption (Part 2)
- 3.6: Big Data and Analytics (Part 1)
- 3.7: Big Data and Analytics (Part 2)
- 3.8: AI, DSS, and Automation (Part 1)
- 3.9: AI, DSS, and Automation (Part 2)
- 3.10: Smartphones & Customer Tech (Part 1)
- 3.11: Smartphones & Customer Tech (Part 2)
- 3.12: The Tech of FinTech Summary
- Quiz - Week 3
- FinTech Implications for Established Business
- 4.1: FinTech Implications for Business Overview
- 4.2: Why is FinTech a Threat?
- 4.3: Global Trends in Fintech (Part 1)
- 4.4: Global Trends in Fintech (Part 2)
- 4.5: Direct Banking
- 4.6 Strategies for Banks and Insurance Companies
- 4.7: FinTech Implications to Business Summary
- 4.8: Introduction to the Final Project
- Rate this course
- Quiz - Week 4
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the world of FinTech with this comprehensive online course on Coursera. Users highly recommend this course for its engaging and interactive content that covers a wide range of topics in the FinTech industry.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Users praised the course for its comprehensive coverage of FinTech topics.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and interactive content
- Wide coverage of FinTech topics
- Experienced and knowledgeable instructors
- Real-world examples and case studies
- Flexible learning schedule
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course material too basic
- A few users reported technical issues with the platform
- The course may not be suitable for those already well-versed in FinTech
- The course requires a significant time commitment
- Some users found the assessments too challenging
Theodore Henry King CLARK
4.7 Raiting
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