Fintech Innovation, Graduate Certificate at Georgia State University

Atlanta is the fintech capital of the world. Atlanta-based firms handle 70 percent of the credit, debit, and prepaid card sales in the nation, hence the city’s nickname, “Transaction Alley.” In the state of Georgia alone, more than 5,000 opportunities will emerge in this sector over the next few years. There is no faster, more affordable way to learn key fintech concepts than through the Certificate in Fintech Innovation at the Robinson College of Business. The certificate will ground you with an understanding of the impact fintech technologies make on the financial services field.

Faculty: Robinson College of Business  |  Department: Department of Finance  |  Duration: The program can be completed in as little as 9 months (2 semesters).  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Domestic Applicants We offer various application deadlines to U.S. residents. After the final deadline, applications are accepted on a rolling basis until one week before class starts. International Applicants By itself, a graduate certificate doesn’t quality for an I-20. If you plan to apply for a  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The program can be completed in as little as 9 months (2 semesters). Two-Semester Program of Study Required Courses FI 8460 – The Fintech Ecosystem Throughout this hands-on course, students develop a broad understanding of fintech’s impact on financial industries. Topics include but are not limited to blockchain and cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins, smart contracts, decentralized applications, smart contracts, P2P lending and crowdfunding, machine learning and applications of blockchain technologies in various finance sectors.

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