Professional Certificate Programme in FinTech Batch 10

In a world reshaped by financial disruption, where Big Data, predictive analytics, and transformative technologies are redefining the rules, the ability to stay ahead isn't just a skill, it's a necessity. That's where IIM Kozhikode's Professional Certificate Programme in FinTech comes in, now welcoming its tenth batch.

This 11-month journey is an opportunity to dive deep into the heart of FinTech innovation, exploring blockchain and cryptocurrency, mastering financial modelling, and building machine learning algorithms. With a project-based curriculum, every step is hands-on, designed to immerse you in real-world applications.

From learning R programming and financial libraries to working with decentralised platforms like Ethereum, this programme equips you with the tools and confidence to tackle the most complex challenges in financial security, payments, and identity management.

But it doesn’t stop there. Under the guidance of IIM Kozhikode’s renowned faculty, you’ll gain insights that go beyond technology—insights that prepare you to lead. By the end, you won’t just understand FinTech trends; you’ll be ready to shape them.

The financial world is evolving. Are you ready to evolve with it? Join us, and let’s build the future of FinTech together.

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*It is mandatory for participants to attend the campus visit for successful completion of the programme. The campus visit will be conducted subject to the evolving pandemic situation and will depend on government and institute regulations, advisories, and guidelines related to the pandemic. In case the campus module is not confirmed due to any reason, the same will be included in the total number of online sessions.

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Part 2 FinTech Trends

Digital Banking Robo-advising

Peer-to-Peer Lending

Reg-tech

Insur-tech

Payment-tech

Blockchain

Time Hrs.. and brief description of areas you will cover for each including projects, assignments, if any

Anything else like study material, access to software, cases, additional time for assignments (and how much time), any project that is required

Robo-advising, Payment Tech

HBP case Study

Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

Payment Developments, P2P Lending, Crowdfunding and Payments, WealthTech and InsurTech, AI/ML and IoT, Cloud, GenAI, Web 3.0, AR/VR -

Quiz (2numbers) Online

Data-driven FinTech Analytics

Part 4 Financial Modelling

Introduction to Finance Modelling

Introduction to Finance Modelling

Data Modelling in Excel

Time required (in Hrs.) and brief description of the sub-topics you will cover

Anything else like study material, access to software, cases, additional time for assignments (and how much time), any project

Weekly assignment on this topic

Weekly assignment on this topic

Financial Functions in Excel

Weekly assignment on this topic

Modelling tools usage and simulation technique

Weekly assignment on this topic

Optimisation Models

▪ Markowitz MeanWeekly assignment on this Variance topic Optimisation model ▪ Portfolio optimisation in Excel with 2 securities ▪ Portfolio optimisation in Excel with more than 2 securities ▪ Portfolio optimisation with and without shorting option ▪ Construction of efficient frontier by including a risk-free security

Practical/Projects

Jointly with PKB

RA and PKB

Part 5 Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

DAO (Decentralised Autonomous Organisations) and DAC (Decentralised Autonomous Corporations)

Time Hrs. and brief description of areas you will cover for each including projects, assignments, if any

Anything else like study material, access to software, cases, additional time for assignments (and how much time), any project that is required

Introduction to Blockchain and How it Works?

Cryptography, secret and public key cryptography, hashing, distributed ledger technology, proof of work, and how the blockchain works

Project on Blockchain will be needed to run parallelly to the course. 1 project for the whole module.

Data Analysis- Big Data, Application in Finance Python and ecosystem Descriptive Analysis Cross Section, Time Series- Financial Application

Predictive Modelling – Applications

Part 7 FinTech in the Real world

Implementation Strategies for FinTech Providers

How Should You Sell Your Proposition? To Whom Should You Sell Your Proposition? Navigating the Organisational Dynamics

Time Hrs. and brief description of areas you will cover for each including projects, assignments, if any

Anything else like study material, access to software, cases, additional time for assignments (and how much time), any project that is required

Implementation Strategies for FinTechProviders

Step-by-step process of setting up; Checklist for technical enablers; Checklist for regulatory compliance

FinTech as Key Levers for Banking Transformation

Open banking; Traditional vs modern banking;

Old vs present vs future technologies in banking internal and external processes; Technology of banking regulatory compliance

Top Use Cases for FinTech Implementation in Banks

Trade finance, cross border payments, KYC implementations, new-age lending

HBP Cases (2)

User Experience Design for FinTech

UXD, UED, UD framework for FinTech apps; Duration, intensity, breadth, interaction, triggers, significance

The teaching approach will be highly interactive taking advantage of the technological benefits. The pedagogy followed for the Programme will be a judicious blend of lectures, case studies, and participants experience sharing.

The teaching approach will be highly interactive taking advantage of the technological benefits. The pedagogy followed for the Programme will be a judicious blend of lectures, case studies, and participants experience sharing.

Essential FinTech Toolkit =a Li ,* Master the Tools That Drive the Industry a * _ — The Professional Certificate Programme in FinTech by IIM Kozhikode goes beyond theory, providing you with hands-on experience on the most current tools shaping the future of finance. The following tools will empower you to tackle real-world FinTech challenges and drive innovation.

These tools, combined with a strong foundation in finance and technology, will equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving ge? FinTech sector. The programme's focus on hands-on learning ensures you're not just acquiring knowledge but also developing the expertise to apply it strategically, positioning you for a successful and impactful career in FinTech.