Frequently Asked Questions

The programme comprises three modules of learning, namely Introductory, Intermediate and
Advanced, to be completed in that order.

Refer to the table below providing an overview of the curriculum.

The Introductory module provide courses on topics that are essential to learn essential
concepts in management such business basics, accounting finance, quantitative methods,
people management and so on.  Most importantly it provides a curtain raiser to the
exciting world of FinTech.

The Intermediate board provides a broad understanding of industry verticals such as
insurance, banking, securities markets, of industry enablers such as blockchain and AI,
financial inclusion and, finally, to the regulatory environment in which the industry functions.
The Advanced module dives deeper into topics that are important for a closer engagement
with the industry such as Business of Insurance, Lending Principles, Trade Finance, Product
Management and New Product Development, Wealth Management, New Age Business
Models that are common in FinTech. It also provides a basic course on Entrepreneurship for
those who might be inclined to start their own fintech enterprise.

The completion of each of the modules is defined clearly in terms of completion of exams at
the end of each module. Transition to the Intermediate Module is ideally recommended after
successful completion of the exam at the end of the Introductory module. Refer also to the
section below on exams and passing criteria.

Learners have an option for an early exit on successful completion of the first two modules,
namely Introductory and Intermediate, qualifying for a Foundation Certificate in FinTech.
Learners who opt to register for the Advanced Module will get an Advanced certificate in
fintech upon completion of the Advanced module. Successful completion of the first two
modules is essential to opt for the Advanced Module.

Learners can further opt for a deferred registration for the Advanced module, no later than
twelve months from the successful completion of the first two modules.

It is recommended that each module be must be completed over a period of three months or twelve weeks.  Thus, the first two modules may be completed over a six month period.
The entire programme comprising the three modules is designed to be completed over a
nine month period. Also refer to the “Learner’s Journey” for a more detailed response on
the learning timelines for the programme.

As noted earlier, learners could extend the completion time for the programme as a
whole by a full year by making use of the time permitted for registering for the Advanced
module after successful completion of the Introductory and Intermediate modules.

The website lists criteria that will be used to select learners: Admissions page.

To participate in the program, you will need a computer or laptop, a stable internet
connection, and access to essential software such as MS Office, Microsoft Teams, Zoom,
and Outlook. The recommended browser for optimal performance is Google Chrome,
though other browsers will also work. For taking proctored exams, a computer or laptop
with a webcam and a reliable internet connection is required. The End Term exams will
be conducted at designated centers.

No. This is a completely online programme. Learners will not be expected to visit the IIMB campus.

No, we do not provide placement services.

This programme has been designed in response to the industry’s need for recruiting trained young professionals. The FinTech industry requires professional in a number of different business related roles like sales and marketing, product management, understanding customer needs in the case of firms that provide solutions to business enterprises (business to business or B2B products and solutions), management of back
office processes, customer or client support, data analysis and so on. Fresh graduates need a basic exposure to the business of fintech in order to perform well in those roles. The programme provides an edge to fresh graduates in preparing them to be ready to perform well in those roles with minimal or even no additional training.

The programme does not provide a placement service. However, since the programme has been designed in response to the FinTech industry’s need for trained professionals it is expected that learners who have successfully completed the programme will likely be candidates who are better trained or qualified for many business roles in FinTech companies. It is further expected that the training in this programme may also be of interest to recruiters in global capability centres (GCCs) which are expected to create a large number of job opportunities.

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