Course Details
About
The Mini MBA in Fintech is your fast-track to understanding and leveraging cutting-edge financial technologies. Designed for business leaders, aspiring fintech professionals, and forward-thinking individuals, this program provides the tools and knowledge to thrive in the fast-evolving digital finance landscape.
Why Choose the Mini MBA in Fintech?
- Comprehensive Learning: Gain foundational insights into the fintech ecosystem, from Open Banking and AI to Blockchain, Digital Payments, and RegTech.
- Strategic Focus: Understand how data-driven decision-making and emerging technologies are reshaping financial markets.
- Future-Proof Your Skills: Stay ahead of market demands by mastering the latest trends in financial technologies.
- Blended Learning Model: Combine self-paced online modules with collaborative projects and real-world case studies.
What You’ll Learn
- Foundations of Financial Technology
Explore the fintech landscape, including its impact on traditional financial institutions and global markets. - Open Finance & Banking
Understand how APIs, Open Data, and regulatory shifts are driving innovation in financial services. - AI in Finance
Learn how artificial intelligence optimises operations, enhances customer experiences, and fuels predictive analytics. - Blockchain & Digital Payments
Discover the disruptive power of blockchain technologies and the transformation of payment ecosystems. - Regulatory Technology (RegTech)
Examine how fintech is streamlining compliance, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.
This program equips you with the analytical, critical thinking, and collaborative skills necessary to solve complex challenges in dynamic, digital-first organisational environments.
What Sets This Course Apart?
- Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from industry leaders at the forefront of fintech innovation.
- Practical Applications: Real-world case studies ensure you can apply your skills immediately.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and fintech experts for insights and collaboration.
Note: The order and delivery of sessions may vary based on the needs of the cohort.
Course Duration and Delivery Format
Course dates: Semester 2 - February 2025
The course will be taught over five sessions, with a mix of in-person teaching in Derry~Londonderry and online.
In person workshops on Derry-Londonderry campus
- Wednesday 12th February
- Wednesday 26th February
Online sessions
- Wednesday 5th March
- Wednesday 12th March
- Wednesday 19th March
Dates may be subject to change.
Topics covered will include:
Contemporary issues
- Introduction to Fintech and contemporary issues
- Hands-on research and market analysis workshop
Quantitative Analytics and Blockchain in Practice
- Demonstration on e.g. API, AI tools, blockchain application and open source software
- Practical workshop of exploring digital tools
Online Learning
- Guidance for remote learning
- Final written course work introduction
Drop in Session on the final, written course work
- Q&A on AI and blockchain adaption insight course work.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
This module adopts a blended learning format, incorporating block learning with in-person instruction, live remote sessions, and self-paced online modules. A range of mediums will be utilised to inform and embed learning; such as, facilitative learning, lectures, workshops, online learning resources and case studies. Knowledge and understanding of the subject is disseminated through methods which reflect the distinctive nature of a mini MBA module.
The teaching approach emphasises applied learning, utilizing real-world fintech examples and encouraging participants to connect theoretical concepts with their professional experience. Practical activities, such as experimenting with digital tools and analysing case studies, help to develop relevant skills.
100% Coursework
25% - There will be self-paced, self-study online modules which learning progress is assessed. These will be also contributing to the final grade.
75% - Students will be required to undertake an individual assignment pertaining to comparative analysis on AI vs. blockchain adoption by organisations.
Campus
Derry~Londonderry
Course Credit
This is a 15 credit module
Course Entry requirements
You should hold a Second-Class Honours Degree or better OR have significant managerial / business experience.
Fee Funding Eligibility
Places are limited and open to applicants who:
- are over 18 years of age;
- are eligible to work in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland (ROI);
- are ‘settled’ in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland, and has been ordinarily resident in the UK or ROI for at least three years; or
- are a person who has indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK or ROI.
- meet the course specific entry requirements as detailed above.
- meet the Ulster University general entry requirements
- this programme is not available to applicants with the following residency:
- GB and Islands
- EU excluding ROI qualifying residents
- International students
