Technologie financière (cert. d’études sup.) (15 crédits)
Offered by: Administration & Governance
Program credit weight: 15
Program Description
Le certificat d'études supérieures en technologie financière, d'une valeur de 15 crédits, offre une introduction à la Fintech, notamment à la numérisation des services financiers. Le programme se concentre sur les compétences clés du domaine, telles que la modélisation et la visualisation de données financières et le développement d'applications financières basées sur l'apprentissage automatique, ainsi que sur celles liées à des spécialisations alternatives, comme le développement de technologies de marché et de solutions de plateformes technologiques financières.
Corequisite Course (0-3 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CCCS 620 | Data Analysis and Modelling . 1 | 3 |
Data Analysis and Modelling . Terms offered: Summer 2025 Analysis of fundamental concepts and techniques for data analysis and modelling; basic mathematical and computational concepts needed for data analysis. Application of programmable tools to real-world examples. | ||
| CCFA 601 | Financial Analysis Tools. 1 | 3 |
Financial Analysis Tools. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Study of statistical and economics tools used in the analysis of investments and other financial aspects of businesses. Topics include statistical concepts and methodologies, such as statistical inference and linear regression, as well as micro- and macroeconomics concepts, such as the analysis of demand and supply, understanding business cycles and international trade, and the effects of fiscal and monetary policy | ||
- 1
or the Exemption by Examination Test
Required Courses (9 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CCFA 655 | Financial Modelling and Visualization. | 3 |
Financial Modelling and Visualization. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Examination of essential skills and techniques currently used to treat and summarize financial data. Applications discussed include Excel, and the computer languages Power BI, R and Python. | ||
| CCFA 660 | Fintech and the Financial System. | 3 |
Fintech and the Financial System. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Study of financial technology (Fintech) and the impact of the digitization of financial products and services on the structure of financial markets and the traditional role of financial institutions. A comprehensive introduction to Fintech detailing the business models of Fintech disruptors in various industries in the financial sector. | ||
| CCFA 665 | Machine Learning and Big Data in Finance. | 3 |
Machine Learning and Big Data in Finance. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. In-depth examination of the Artificial Intelligence paradigm as it applies to and is transforming the financial services sector. Analysis of data issues associated with the financial applications of such new technology. Topics include machine learning and modelling techniques, data security and data governance. | ||
Complementary Courses (6 credits)
6 credits from the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CCFA 670 | Advanced Financial Modelling and Visualization . | 3 |
Advanced Financial Modelling and Visualization . Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Analysis of the advanced skills and techniques currently used to treat and summarize financial data for decision making. Focus on advanced applications of the methods for analyzing financial data using Excel, R, and Python. | ||
| CCFA 675 | Decentralized Finance and Digital Assets. | 3 |
Decentralized Finance and Digital Assets. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Analysis of foundational concepts indecentralized finance, such as blockchain,decentralized exchanges, decentralized applications, “stablecoins”, smart contracts, and digital collateral. In-depth analysis of the functions of Central Banks and other regulatory bodies facing the decentralization transformation. | ||
| CCFA 680 | Advanced Financial Technologies. | 3 |
Advanced Financial Technologies. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. In-depth analysis of the underlying foundational technologies of Fintech companies, such ascloud computing, advanced data analytics, no-code development, and cybersecurity. Examination of real-life cases where applications of these technologies enable the building of a Fintech company to solve identified problems. | ||
| CCFA 690 | Special Topics in Financial Technology. | 3 |
Special Topics in Financial Technology. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Special topics in emerging and current trends in the Fintech area, including: fintech entrepreneurship and fintech regulation. | ||
Or another 600-level course offered by the School of Continuing Studies and approved by the academic unit.