SPJIMR launches the third batch of Executive Certificate Program in FinTech; Blockchain with emeritus

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), has announced the launch of 3^rd batch of Executive Certificate Program in FinTech & Blockchain with emeritus. The 7-month live online program will upgrade professionals to the changing business needs of the evolving financial services industry. The program, delivered in partnership with Emeritus, will enable professionals to leverage blockchain technology and FinTech to increase market share and revenue growth and reduce financial risk.

With global digital payments transaction value projected to reach USD 12.4 trillion by 2025, India is poised to contribute nearly 2.2% of the world’s digital payments market by 2023 alone (PCI & PWC, 2020). According to INC 42, the estimated Fintech market opportunity is expected to reach $1.3 Tn by 2025. According to the Economic Times, the predicted revenue growth for the fintech industry is expected to be 400% by 2023, driven by Robotic Process Automation.

Aimed at developing professionals to the next level, this career-defining 7-month program will empower students to be future-ready and abreast of the latest technological advancements in the financial services domain. This program is ideal for mid- to senior-level career professionals and for managers who want to strengthen their knowledge and integrate blockchain and FinTech into strategic planning and business expansion. The program is also suitable for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to unleash digital disruption through blockchain technology.

The program is designed to help students gain a competitive edge and is delivered by the highly skilled faculty of SPJIMR who have a blend of academic and industry experience. The pedagogy includes real-world case studies and group projects where participants can apply concepts and tools covered in the program to an original business idea developed by them. Participants are awarded a certificate for successful completion of the program and are eligible for the prestigious SPJIMR Executive Alumni Status.

Commenting on the launch of 3^rd part of the programme, Dr Preeta George, Associate Dean- Executive Education, SPJIMR, so, “With the development of FinTech, and the use of advanced technological tools including AIML, the sector has witnessed tremendous growth in recent times. Since the start of the program on 30 June 2021, we have trained over 185 professionals in 13 months, divided into 2 groups . Training is essential to stay up-to-date and maintain relevance according to the demands of the industry, and this program enables learners to have an in-depth knowledge of the FinTech sector.”

Mohan Kannegal, Managing Director, India and APAC, Emeritus, said, “The Covid-19 pandemic has revolutionized the way the financial services industry functions. With the exponential increase in digital footprints in India, the financial services sector has adopted technological advancements. The FinTech industry has the potential to uplift the unbanked and the unserved segment of the Indian population The Executive program in collaboration with SPJIMR, Mumbai will help professionals upgrade to the latest industrial developments and gain competitive edge/advantage.

The third batch of the program will be launched on 30 September 2022. Offered through Emeritus, a global leader in making high-quality education accessible and affordable, the program offers a digital-first, seamless learning and high-engagement experience. Further details can be found on the program page.