Financial Technology & Innovation (Co-op)
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Program Overview
In this one-year Financial Technology (FinTech) and Innovation post-graduate co-op program, you’ll learn how to leverage technologies for mobile banking, investing, borrowing services and cryptocurrency to make financial services more accessible to the public. This specialized post-grad program is at the intersection of IT and business where the combination of technology and innovation are utilized to create financial solutions for the rapidly evolving fintech space.
Program Details
Program Code
FTI2
Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
30 Weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2025 January
London
Open
2025 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Open
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
Your Learning Experience
FTI2 is available to domestic students only. International students can enrol in FTI1.
FinTech is the term used to describe the emerging application of technology and innovation to traditional banking and financial services. Since 2019, adoption of fintech solutions has rapidly increased, creating a demand for newer, easier and faster FinTech solutions for consumers; thus, creating a need for people with the knowledge and skills to keep up with the demand.
The program begins with a curriculum that will provide international students with the Canadian context necessary for their academic and employment success. In subsequent semesters, this program will provide you with specialized skills on both the business and IT sides of FinTech. On the business side, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of the FinTech landscape in order to assess the future of finance and find solutions to real-world problems in the financial services industry. On the IT side, you’ll learn the technical skills needed to bring FinTech solutions to life and how to keep data secure and safe.
In this Fintech program, you’ll learn:
- Financial analysis
- Information security in FinTech
- Regulation and privacy in FInTech
- How to use AI and predictive technology
- Blockchain and cryptocurrency
- Big data and enterprise technology
In their final semester, students will complete a paid, co-operative work term with an industry partner.
Laptop and technical requirements
Please note, this program requires a laptop. It is recommended that students use a PC laptop vs. a Mac laptop, as Windows is required to be able to load program-specific software. For more information on specific requirements, visit the Laptop Requirements page on the Fanshawe CONNECTED website.
Career Information
Fanshawe’s Financial Technology and Innovation program will prepare graduates to take advantage of the growing opportunities evolving FinTech space. Graduates can expect to be hired as the following:
Financial Analyst
Guide fintechs by examining financial data to gain insights on trends in order to assist in making financial decisions
Blockchain Developer
Build and program apps and maintain centralized databases
Product Manager
Manage fintech projects to meet client expectations, define project scopes, develop plans and timelines, and oversee resources
Quantitative Analyst
Use statistical methods to solve financial and risk management problems
Cybersecurity Analyst
Protect fintech computer networks and systems
Financial App Developer
Create safe and secure applications for mobile banking and using the most current technology to develop new solutions to meet consumer needs
Related Programs
Academic School
Program Coordinator
Lawrence Lynch CFP®, FP Canada™ Fellow
Admission Requirements
A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a degree in a
Business or Information Technology field (Note: minimum 'C+'
average or cumulative 2.5 GPA)
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and
post-secondary education as judged by the College*
*Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover
letter that includes details of work experience.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
Recommended Academic Preparation
Recommended Academic Preparation
It is highly recommended that students be proficient in the
following areas before entry into the program:
- Mathematics
- Business Communication
- Computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel
and PowerPoint
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available
spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will
be:
- Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
- Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date,
Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come,
first-served basis until the program is full)
- Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| INFO-6157 | AI & Machine Learning | 3 | ||
| This course provides students with examples of how AI is transforming the way consumers interact with money while helping the financial industry to streamline and optimize processes ranging from credit decisions to quantitative trading and financial risk management. | ||||
| FINA-6034 | Regulation, Privacy & Ethics | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an overview of the services. Discussion and debate will include reflection on regulations vs ethics and the ever-present potential for identity theft and misuse of sensitive customer data. Students will also assess consumer expectations around philanthropy, sustainability, user experience and customer centricity. | ||||
| MGMT-6194 | Leadership & Management in FinTech | 3 | ||
| This course will enhance students' understanding of leadership and management approaches appropriate to both start-up and enterprise-level work environments as well as self-employment. Emphasis will be placed on skills related to professional communication, planning, decision making, conflict resolution, effective team building, negotiating, and navigating change. This course covers practical issues that must be addressed daily by entrepreneurs creating new FinTech companies. These include identifying opportunities, selecting and negotiating with potential partners, and "making the pitch" to potential investors. Students will develop a business plan that an entrepreneur would present to potential investors. | ||||
| FINA-6035 | Financial Services & Products | 4 | ||
| In this course, students will learn about key financial product lines and services and also explore how the financial services industry continues to benefit from technological innovation. The similarities and differences between domestic and international financial services industries will also be explored. Students will be introduced to the impact of technology on the financial services industry. Students will be introduced to FinTech terminology and applications. | ||||
| INFO-6158 | Business Analysis for FinTech | 4 | ||
| This course focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, analyze, and solve business problems in the dynamic field of financial technology (FinTech). Students will explore the transformative influence of FinTech on traditional banking and financial systems and be guided through practical business analysis tools and methodologies that can be applied to FinTech. Students will learn how to be the conduit between business and technology and learn the key stills of requirement gathering, process modeling, data analysis, and strategy development. Real-world case studies will form a significant part of the curriculum, providing students with valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply learned concepts to practical situations. | ||||
| INFO-6159 | Security Technology for Fintech | 4 | ||
| This course explores the best practices for data and information security. It provides a comprehensive overview of data and information security concepts crucial for safeguarding financial institutions and individuals from cybercrimes. Students also learn to implement cybersecurity policies using FinTech applications. The course also addresses secure network design, technologies for securing systems and infrastructure, access control methods for AAA services, and strategies for business continuity and disaster recovery planning in information systems. | ||||
| COOP-1020 | Co-operative Education Employment Prep | 1 | ||
| This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-operative Education consultants and students' roles and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative Education Policy. It will provide students with employment preparatory skills specifically related to co-operative education work assignments and will prepare students for their work term. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.