Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (BCOR 3020 OR FINAN 3040 OR FINAN 3041 OR FINAN 5050) AND (FINAN 4300 OR FINAN 4315)
Description
The objective of this course is to acquaint students with the rapidly growing field of Financial Technology known more generally as FinTech. While financial institutions and organizations have long incorporated technology in their businesses, in recent years the evolution of digital technologies has accelerated the growth of Fintech. This class is intended to introduce students to the range of business models and technology that are propelling FinTech and adding digital capability to the financial services industry. Utah is a recognized center of FinTech. This course will include discussions with leaders from selected Utah Fintech organizations.