Programme details

Graduate Diploma in Banking, Finance and Technology

Prepare yourself for a career in the innovative realm of financial technology, where advancements driven by technology such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrency are revolutionizing the banking and finance industries.

Course description

Over the past ten years, the digitization of global financial systems has resulted in the rapid advancement of technologies such as blockchain and cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin). These developments are revolutionizing the manner in which individuals exchange financial information for the purchase of goods and services. Artificial intelligence has enabled the automated trading of financial assets (e.g., stocks and bonds) through computer algorithms that analyze real-time data, make informed decisions, and execute trades swiftly.

The fintech revolution has rendered global financial transactions more efficient, cost-effective, secure, and entirely traceable. Financial systems are in a state of continuous evolution, presenting new opportunities, risks, and rewards for both market participants and regulators. In this course, students will acquire knowledge in financial markets, digital finance, banking operations, automated trading, as well as blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and cybersecurity.

Additionally, they will develop robust skills in financial analysis and modeling, risk assessment, data management, business analytics, and financial econometrics. Enhance your trading capabilities in our state-of-the-art Finance Trading Lab, where you can utilize industry-standard simulation software to refine your investment and asset trading skills.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights

Career Prospects

The qualification can lead to oppurtunities in the roles like:

-Banker (commercial or investment)
-Banking, financial services and financial regulation
-Business analyst
-Business development manager
-Central bank manager (eg. RBNZ)
-Chief financial officer
-Consultant
-Digital business manager
-Financial advisor / analyst
-Fintech entrepreneur
-Fintech specialist
-Investment advisor
-Portfolio or wealth manager
-Policy advisor / analyst (eg.government)
-Sharebroker

Entry requirements

Graduate diplomas are designed to offer the equivalent of a major in a field distinct from that of your initial degree. Eligibility may be granted to individuals who have not previously pursued a degree, provided they can show a genuine interest in the subject area and possess adequate academic capabilities. The exact academic performance requirements may differ depending on the country of origin.

English Language requirements:

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL 80 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL 80 with a score of 21 in writing
Duolingo English Test (DET) 105
C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) 169 and no bands below 162
Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
NCUK English for Academic Purposes Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) Level 4 (Academic)
Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)) Minimum score of 54
Pearson PTE Academic Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) II with distinction in all four components
University of Waikato College Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme

Credits
120

Duration
1 year

Intakes

March, July

International fees
approx $30,896 - $46,850 per year

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Qualification Type

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