The University of North Florida (UNF) is set to launch undergraduate and graduate programs in financial technology (fintech) starting this fall. The School of Computing will introduce a fintech concentration within its bachelor’s in computing and information sciences program, while the Coggin College of Business will offer a new master’s program focused on fintech. Last fall, Coggin also inaugurated a master’s in business analytics with a concentration in fintech.
The university aims to prepare students for careers in the growing fintech industry by providing them with the necessary skills to navigate the convergence of finance and technology. The curriculum will cover topics such as financial modeling, data mining, machine learning, and financial data analytics.
William Klostermeyer, the dean of the UNF College of Computing, Engineering, and Construction, believes that training students in both computing and finance will enhance their job prospects. He points to popular online payment apps like Venmo and Zelle as examples of fintech innovations and highlights Jacksonville as a burgeoning hub for the industry.
According to JaxUSA, leading fintech companies in Northeast Florida include Fidelity Information Services, SS&C, SoFi, and VyStar Credit Union. Klostermeyer emphasizes that the new programs are hybrids of computer science and finance, essential for preparing students for fintech careers. He stresses the importance of being proficient in both domains.
The UNF FinTech Academy webpage provides information on all fintech programs and career opportunities available to UNF students. Both the new undergraduate and graduate programs will be launching this fall. For further information or to report any errors or provide feedback, contact [email protected].
