Bachelor of Banking, Finance and Technology
Finance
A course by
University of Waikato
Get ahead of the FinTech revolution with New Zealand's first specialist degree in Banking, Finance and Technology. Gain expertise in financial markets, digital finance, blockchain, AI, cryptocurrencies, cybersecurity, and more for a dynamic career in finance and technology.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Waikato Management School, Hamilton
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Understand the role of money and digital currencies
Explain the use of money and digital currencies in modern economies and predict future financial scenarios and their implications.
Critique Blockchain Applications
Describe and critique use of blockchain in financial services and its interaction with traditional finance.
Evaluate cryptocurrency strategies and fintech risks
Evaluate strategies for using cryptocurrencies and fintech, including systemic risks, algorithmic trading, and trading practices.
What You're Signing Up For
This innovative Bachelor of Banking, Finance and Technology equips students for careers in the rapidly evolving world of FinTech, blending banking and finance with advanced technology topics such as blockchain, AI, and cybersecurity. Students develop strong expertise in financial markets, digital finance, bank operations, automated trading, impact investing, regulatory frameworks, and ethical considerations. The programme includes hands-on learning in the Finance Trading Lab and practical industry projects for direct exposure to fintech start-ups, banks, and consulting firms.
Course Content
- Financial markets
- Digital finance
- Banking operations
- Automated trading and algorithmic trading
- Blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies
- Cybersecurity in finance
- Impact investing
- Financial analysis and modelling
- Risk assessment
- Data management
- Business analytics
- Financial econometrics
- Ethics and Te Tiriti o Waitangi context in finance
- Monetary policy and regulation (Reserve Bank of NZ, FMA)
- Hands-on simulation in Finance Trading Lab
- Real-world industry exposure/project
What you need to know first
NCEA University Entrance or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Banking
Finance
Technology
FinTech
Business Consulting
Future employment opportunities might be
Banker (investment or commercial)