BSc (Hons) in Information Technology - Financial Technology (FinTech) Specialization
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Key Information
Campus location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 22,615 *
Application deadline
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* total for Malaysian students: RM 87,000 | total for international students: RM 88,200/USD 22,615
Introduction
APU-DMU dual degree program
Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Program will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia, and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.
More than just an information technology degree
APU's BSc (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Financial Technology (FinTech) degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.
Admissions
Curriculum
Program outline
This program is specifically designed to provide students with:
- Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies and how they are used.
- Knowledge and skills in managing financial products, product development, and working within the rapidly changing Global Banking and Finance Industry.
Degree level 1
Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of the underlying computer system through computer architecture, operating systems, networking, and databases. Some specialized modules will provide the basic knowledge of business information technologies. The modules will also help them develop personal and organizational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.
Common modules
- Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Mathematical Concepts for Computing
- Operating Systems & Computer Architecture
- Python Programming
- System Analysis & Design
- Introduction to Databases
- Introduction to Networking
- Introduction To C Programming
Specialized modules
- Fundamentals of Web Design and Development
Degree level 2
A broader range of skills will be learned, in which students will gain a better understanding of the broad range of Information Technologies, and the specialized skills to apply frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of financial technologies. They will gain a solid understanding of the support of business information technologies in modern organizational operations. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.
Common modules
- Programming for Data Analysis
- Object-Oriented Development with Java
- System Development Methods
- Creativity & Innovation
- Research Methods for Computing and Technology
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Web Applications
- System and Network Administration
- Data Mining and Predictive Modelling
- Probability and Statistical Modelling
Specialized modules
- Financial Management
- FinTech Management
Internship (16 weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
Degree level 3
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of business information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real-world finance business problem – they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.
Common modules
- Innovation Management & New Product Development
- Project Management
- Project In FinTech Management
- Computer Systems Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Investigations in FinTech Management
- Cloud Infrastructure and Services
Specialized modules
- Blockchain Development
- Robo Advisor
- FinTech Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance
MQA compulsory subjects*
- Ethnic Relations (M’sian Students)
- Islamic & Asian Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malaysian Studies (Int’l Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Workplace Professional Communication Skills
- Employee & Employment Trends
- Co-Curriculum
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career options
- FinTech Systems Analyst
- IT and FinTech Consultant
- FinTech Infrastructure Administrator
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Global Business Solution Consultant
- IT Business Development Manager
- IT Business Analyst
- Technical Business Analyst
- Business Systems Analyst
- System Analyst
- Business Intelligence Manager
- CRM Business Analyst