Financial Technology (Fintech) is a rapidly growing sector, with an increased number of businesses adopting technologies to improve and/or automate financial services. We see the development of financial technologies daily from using your phone as a payment mechanism to apps that allow real time transactions. Graduates with Fintech skills are in growing demand as businesses become more consumer-focused and adopt further technological developments.<br>Fintech continues to disrupt traditional business processes and companies are looking for ways to adapt these changes. Studying Banking with Financial Technology allows you to look at the impact global financial system has upon individuals, organisations, markets, the wider economy and the environment.<br>Businesses are increasingly looking for graduates with analytical skills to help them make informed decisions. By studying Banking with Financial Technology at Bangor University youll gain an in-depth understanding of the business environment within a real-world context. This course focuses on developing strong analytical, statistical, and coding skills meaning youll graduate with a career-relevant qualification. Youll learn the practical workings of financial institutions, as well as the economics that underlies them.<br>This course in Banking and Financial Technology will help you understand how financial markets work, how financial services firms are managed, and the role of financial technology in revolutionising how financial firms create value. Well look at the risks and challenges posed by evolving market structures. You will develop a detailed understanding of banking and finance and acquire technical skills which will equip you for a career in the financial and/or technology sectors.<br>Placement Year and International Experience Year Available<br><br>Careers<br>On graduating, students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in industry or academia. Financial Technology (Fintech) is a continuously growing sector and there is a large demand for graduates with skills in this area. This course is focused on providing students with a career-relevant qualification and will equip students with professional values and the ability to work in a team as well as under self-guidance.<br>Skills youll learn on this course,<br>financial knowledge, problem-solving, analysis, teamwork, coding.<br>Students typically go on to careers within the financial sector, however this course provides an enhanced range of transferable, intellectual and study skills that can lead to other careers in industry. Some careers associated with a degree in financial technology include, data specialist, financial or business analyst, blockchain developer, app developer, cyber security specialist, machine learning engineer/analyst and risk and compliance expert.