International Perspectives in FinTech

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BAFI 6019
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Course ID
205345
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
6
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will provide students a conceptual understanding of the key features of FinTech and digital finance such as digital currencies, blockchains and financial regulation. Nature and definitions of FinTech and digital finance; role and functions of money, banking and finance - traditional and new; cryptocurrencies; blockchain; FinTech and machine learning; Fintech, big data and data analytics, digital finance and financial inclusion; FinTech, financial development and government regulation.

Course learning outcomes

  • Conceptualise the major distinctions between traditional finance and digital finance.
  • Apply the appropriate analytical methods to evaluate the effects of innovations in FinTech on financial development.
  • Analyse the behaviours of key economic agents in the market for digital finance, and draw conclusions from this analysis.
  • Develop an appreciation of the role of policy and regulation in the development of FinTech globally.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

Report