Launched in Fall 2023, Augustana University Fintech Program by Pathward™ is the first program of its kind in the region. Students who major in financial technology (fintech) at Augustana University will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of financial markets and institutions, as well as the fintech landscape in terms of its history, current applications and future trends
- 应用 an advanced understanding of corporate 金融 to the areas of risk man年龄ment, portfolio theory, asset pricing and financial forecasting
- 应用 a regulatory and ethical framework to financial innovations that ensures data security, integrity and privacy for all stakeholders
- Distinguish the role of traditional financial institutions in the banking as a service (BaaS) space and how that relates to innovations in 金融
- Understand the regulatory landscape for financial institutions operating in the fintech space and apply this knowledge to ensure compliance for the institution
