Financial technology (FinTech)

This unit explores the transformative impact of financial technology on the global financial landscape. You will delve into key topics such as big data, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and decentralised finance. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, the unit aims to equip you with the skills to navigate and innovate within the rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem, preparing you for leadership roles in the financial industry.

Case-based teaching - This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.

Active learning - This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.