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FinTech Innovation

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The Diploma in FinTech Innovation provides cutting-edge training on FinTech application areas such as basic retail banking, payments systems, financial management, commercial and corporate banking, investment banking and capital markets, and even digital currencies.

October, March & June

84 hours

Part time

Online

Epsilon Net

Greek

Diploma

PHDc Michalis Gkouvakis

Why choose this course

Cutting-edge Diploma

Participants will cover topic that include the intersection of technology and commerce, the associated implications for competitive dynamics, social policies and regulatory frameworks, blockchain technology in the banking and financial service industries, legal and ethical issues in information technology and the latest trends and technologies in FinTech including big data and artificial intelligence.

Teaching staff

Our teaching staff, combines impressive academic credentials and extensive professional experience, helping students to link academic approaches and practical implementation.

Career Prospects

We support our students and Alumni to achieve their career aspirations as a graduate, by connecting them Epsilon Net Group network of 125.000 companies

Accreditation

Certified by Epsilon Net Centre for Lifelong Learning

Benefits

All students gain free access to Epsilon Net subscription services, On line Bank, Komvos First Level, E-magazine & Free availability and free use of all the School Edition of all Epsilon Net software applications.

Online course

The program is delivered remotely via synchronous learning and participants can use any device (PC, tablet, Smartphone)

MODULES

Entrepreneurship and innovation

The module will endow you with an in-depth perspective on how digital transformations impact (and disrupt) today’s world. It draws on the innovation management, economics, and science and technology policy literature to provide you with conceptual lenses and critical thinking skills to understand the opportunities and challenges of digital innovation in a rapidly changing environment.

Fintech ecosystem

This module explores the Fintech ecosystem and analyses the scope of current and evolving Fintech products/services. The module identifies areas of increasing regulatory attention and differentiates the source of compliance risks related to the provision of specific Fintech services, for example: banking, credit/lending, funds, savings/investment, and insurance sectors.

FinTech enabling technologies

This module introduces Financial Technology (‘Fintech’). On successful completion of this module students will cover :

  • Gartner Hype Cycle,
  • Data analytics,
  • APIs & Business Models, ( Uber, AirBnB)
  • Security
  • Cloud computing
  • Quantum Computing etc
  • Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Virtual & Augmented Reality

Decentralised Finance

This modules introduces the foundations of DeFi and provides a practical overview of the main decentral applications. Participants will cover:

  • DLT technology
  • Blockchain
  • Smart contracts
  • Digital assets
  • Comparing Traditional Finance to DeFi
  • Risks and challenges
  • Digital signatures
  • Consensus mechanisms

Cryptoassets

The module will cover many aspects of blockchain development: basic cryptography, blockchain construction, applications of distributed ledger technology and smart contracts in financial markets; crowdfunding; and cryptocurrency markets (bitcoin and ether in particular).

Policy enablers

In this module participants will cover:

  • RegTech,
  • Europe’s Digital Decade: digital targets for 2030
  • Digital finance strategy
  • Artificial Intelligence and ethics
  • Strategy on retail payments
  • Instant payments
  • Principles of operational risk
  • Financial sector operational resilience
  • Cryptoassets regulation

Fintech impact in regulatory framework

This module positions the traditional compliance function in the technologically driven Fintech environment. The module initially differentiates Fintech /operating models from so-called traditional financial services providers, reviews the existing regulatory environment from a Fintech perspective, and details the Fintech authorisation models.

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Emerging Technologies radically change the financial environment by offering revolutionary opportunities for new business. Modern Financial Technology – FinTech companies utilise Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data Analytics, Blockchain, Fast Internet and others to implement customer-centric financial applications with many facilities which could never be imagined in the recent past.

The Diploma in FinTech Innovation designed to address industry-wide challenges by providing professional training in Fintech. The Course will  enable students to gain an understanding of the emerging technologies and applications that are redefining traditional financial markets. Developments in this field have a profound impact on almost all areas of commerce, financial management and economic and monetary policies.

The Epsilon College’s soundly organised, Career Office, by capitalising on the network of Epsilon Net Group, provides access to student to the largest private Greek companies, maximising the employment opportunities of students and alumni.

Epsilon College supports all students and Alumni to achieve their career aspirations as a graduate, by connecting them with Epsilon Net Group network employers and preparing them for a future beyond the Epsilon College. 95% of our graduates are in employment or further studies.

Participants  will leave this programme having the training and skills needed to unlock a range of career opportunities:

  • Payment specialists
  • Peer-to-peer lenders
  • Investment banking analyst
  • Portfolio analyst
  • FinTech strategy analyst
  • FinTech business analyst

Applicants will learn from industry leaders in the field, leveraging the most recent research, combining higher academic qualifications with substantial professional experience and are accredited by the University of Northampton for their excellence in teaching.

The field of financial technology, or FinTech, has experienced an immense growth over the last decade, offering innovative solutions that fundamentally changed and improved the way we do business, transact and transfer money. Technological developments while initially intended to facilitate financial and banking intermediation, eventually created a whole new sector. The Diploma in FinTech provides students with the necessary knowledge to join the global FinTech community.

Markos Plitas – Academic Director of Epsilon College

Epsilon College Alumni

Athanasios Lignos

HR Director Attika Department Stores SA

I made a decision to enroll to a HRM course and my research led me to at an established brand like that of Epsilon College, member of Epsilon Net Group. The program met all the requirements for a flexible, successful and high-level Master’s degree.

The training material complete, the curriculum updated with the latest market trends for Human Resources.

The level of students very high, from almost all sectors of the Greek market. The professors of the program are established, with an excellent academic background, close to us and permanently willing to give their help. Epsilon College’s partnership with the University of Northampton makes this the best choice in HR studies .

Vaios Bizios

Accountant-Assistant to CFO, Damavand SA

Obtaining an undergraduate degree  is a milestone for a successful  career path, however, the acquisition of a master’s degree gives the opportunity to deepen  the subject of study and lead in the labor market. Attending Epsilon College’s MSc in Accounting & Finance graduate program provided me with all the necessary resources and a more thorough specialization in the financial industry. The master’s program not only satisfied my desire for further education but also served as a springboard to a new successful career.

Foteini Gavrilidou

Key Account Executive, Epsilon Net Group

I was lucky enough to be one of the first Master HRM student of Epsilon College and UoN. 

My initial thought was to use my time during the pandemic to acquire more skills and knowledge about the subject of HR, so that I could be more effective in my collaborations.

I chose the full time mode of the programme  and without a doubt I could say that it is one of the best decisions I made for choosing a program, in terms of my training and my professional development, but also my personal development.

Northampton is an amazing University, which created an impressive program and the teaching of the courses is undertaken by professors with professional experience and tangible knowledge of the market in the HR subject.

The program is structured with a scientific background, best practices and new trends in the field of HR, supported by the impressive Northampton library with access to it as students. I would also like to gratefully mention the support of the Epsilon College executives and secretariat which has been invaluable, especially during the difficult period of the pandemic.

I unreservedly recommend the specific study program to any new, as well as experienced professional who wishes to delve into the various tools, new trends and methodologies of the magical HR world and at the same time broaden their horizons.

Georgios Mazias

Sportday S.A Director – UEFA Champions League Project Manager at Mega TV

Flexible. Effective. An amazing program without any doubt. Adapted to market needs. Where knowledge becomes information and education is transformed into skills for every professional. Our professors are always by your side. An user friendly platform. Direct access to English University platforms. Although you study the programme in Greece, you feel like you are a student of the University of Northampton. Epsilon College has taken care of that too. More than a college, much more than a master’s degree.

Peter Saant

Group Treasurer | Finance & Operations

Following my long years of experience in group treasury of a multinational corporation reporting to the C level executives, I decided to pursue a master’s degree in Finance & Accounting to enhance and update my knowledge and obtain a complete view of the said field in search for my next step in my career.

Most of the modules helped me in improving my knowledge in finance however, to my surprise, through my master’s studies at Epsilon College, I was introduced to a relatively new subject of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) which I had no previous experience in and that was closely related to my field of expertise and is very crucial for the viability and performance of corporations today. I strongly believe such learning experience will assist me elevate my career path in the foreseeable future.

I am satisfied that the course of 18 months was up to date, delivered by professional tutors who presently work in the industry (bankers and finance specialists of multinationals) who shared their work experience with their students throughout, making the theoretical part applicable and comparable to actual industry events.

I was also impressed with the organisation of the college in setting up the study sessions and programs that allowed me to manage my time working, studying, and spending quality time with my family. The whole experience was very enjoyable and extremely useful.

Stavroula Skamnaki

Accounting Supervisor in the area of Chania, Crete at Domes Resorts

Choosing to continue your studies in an older age with many is an important decision to make and it should be made based on strong personal criteria, goals and aspirations.  Participating in the MSc in Accounting & Finance of Epsilon College supported and strengthened my intention to gain in depth knowledge and specialization  in the subject of Finance and Accounting. The knowledge I gained through this 2 years  broadened my  intellectual horizon, making this program an exciting experience, which offers exactly what you need to evolve.

Anastasia Iliopoulou

Payroll Assistant at Johnson & Johnson

My decision to participate in the postgraduate program of Epsilon Net College, in the field of Human Resources, is proving to be particularly successful, as I am already able to recognise the modern challenges of this field in Greece but also at the global level. The knowledge as well as the continuous practical methods offered by the program transformed me to a HR Professional able to manage any human capital need in the modern, continuous changing professional environment.

Our teaching staff with real work experience in the field was always willing to support our effort, contributing  significantly to our success . The resources of the program, combined with the wide recognition of the University of Northampton, gave me the opportunity to enter  the world of HRM, enabling me to take the next step in my career.

Stefania Farsati

Human Resources Manager at Renault & Auto Unit – N.Poulakis

Choosing Epsilon Net College for postgraduate studies in the field of HRM is the right choice.  Professionalism, reliability, fully qualified teaching staff, with many years of experience in the field and willing to solve any question that arises, are a few words that come in mind when I think about my experience.

During the period of my studies, I had the opportunity to broaden my horizons, improve the organization of human resources at work, and directly provide, from the very first courses, innovative solutions to complex issues that plague the entire business sector in nowadays, primarily in the field of human resources.

I recommend it unreservedly, not only to up-and-coming, but also established human resources executives, who through the program will benefit from modern training in their field of work.

Athanasia Ntimtsa

HR Assistant Recruiter – Teleperformance

Studying the MA HRM program at Epsilon Net College allowed me to broaden my horizons and understand the business world and specifically the field of Human Resources. I had the opportunity to meet people from different industries who had their own point of view, which created a fertile ground for discussion. Through the curriculum related to current HR trends, a wide network of students and the involvement of faculty with “real” work experience, the HRM program helped me move to the next step in my career.

The course provided me not only with the technical skills I needed, but also useful soft skills through workshops, individual development projects and feedback. To those who are interested in attending the HRM program, I can assure you that you will immediately realise the value of this program! In a short time, you will be able to understand the nature of HRM and its processes .

Christos Tselempis

Human Resources Consultant | Employer Branding Specialist | HR Generalist – Agrotech S.A

My decision, to enroll for postgraduate studies at Epsilon College, turned out to be the right one! The knowledge I acquired during the Master of Arts in Human Resources Management came from the combination of, continuous provision of educational material, targeted assignments and discussions with lectures and fellow students.  
Our professors provided us with a pleasant online experience, despite the difficulties of the pandemic. I would describe my studies at Epsilon College as a journey full of challenges, a lot of studying, but also a lot of good times! The value of the degree by the University of Northampton gave me the resources to take my first steps in the world of HR

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