Curriculum Structure

The department’s curriculum comprises two main tracks: the Bachelor’s Program and the Master’s Program. Focusing on Finance × Technology × AI × Compliance × Blockchain, the programs follow a “Foundation → Skills → Integration → Practice” approach, cultivating students into FinTech professionals with interdisciplinary capabilities. Below, we introduce the course structure and learning content for each program.

Finance Fundamentals

Courses include Money and Banking, Investment, and Financial Markets.

Technology Fundamentals

Courses include Programming, Data Science, and Data Visualization.

AI and Data Analytics

Courses include Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, and Business Analysis.

Blockchain and Regulatory Technology

Courses include Smart Contracts, Virtual Asset Trading, and RegTech.

Bachelor’s Program

Four-Year Learning Path

Here, you’ll learn not only finance but also technology. From programming and AI analytics to blockchain applications, we help you master the core skills of future finance, enabling you to truly deliver in the FinTech world after graduation.

Year 1 | Building Foundational Skills

Study economics, statistics, accounting, and foundational finance and technology courses to establish interdisciplinary capabilities.

Year 2 | Developing Core Skills

Focus on financial management, data science tools, and programming to strengthen analytical and technical abilities.

Year 3 | Professional Integration and Application

Take elective courses in blockchain, AI, and business intelligence, and begin applying interdisciplinary integration.

Year 4 | Internships and Capstone Projects

Develop workplace skills and practical experience through corporate internships and a graduation capstone project.

Overview of Curriculum Structure

Below is the complete list of required courses for the four-year program, giving you a quick overview of the core content for each year. For course credits, semester offerings, and detailed planning, please download the PDF.

Year 1 Courses

Required Courses:

  • Chinese Literature Appreciation & Composition I, II

  • Freshman English I, II

  • Programming

  • Introduction to Data Science

  • Economics

  • Statistics

  • Accounting

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

  • Introduction to Finance & Professional Ethics

  • Calculus

  • Internet & Social Media Applications

  • General Education Courses (multiple)

  • Physical Education I–II

Year 1 Focus: Build a foundation in Finance × Programming × AI × Mathematics × General Knowledge

Required Courses:

  • Sophomore English III, IV

  • AI Fundamentals & Applications I

  • Introduction to Databases & Applications

  • Civil Law

  • Investments & Data Analysis

  • Financial Management & Database

  • Commercial Law

  • Principles & Practice of Financial Product Design

  • Financial Markets

  • Sustainable Finance & Climate Technology I

  • Sustainable Finance & Climate Technology II

  • General Education Courses

  • Physical Education III–IV

Recommended Electives (Highly Suggested by Department):

  • E-Commerce & Entrepreneurship (Cross-Disciplinary Skills)

Year 2 Focus: Core Finance Skills × Legal Foundation × AI & Database Skills

Required Courses:

  • FinTech Workshop I, II

  • Data Mining Theory & Practice

  • FinTech & Financial Regulation

  • Business Intelligence Applications

  • Digital Marketing & Data Visualization in Finance

  • Inclusive & Microfinance

  • Big Data Analysis Theory & Practice

  • Open Data Innovative Applications (AI)

  • Financial Institution Risk Management

  • Insurance Law & InsurTech

  • Securities & Exchange Law

  • Money Market Regulation & Trend Analysis

Recommended Electives (FinTech Focus):

  • IoT Applications

  • Web Programming

  • Dynamic Web Programming

Year 3 Focus: FinTech Practical Skills × Data Analysis × Compliance × Industry Applications

Required Courses:

  • FinTech Capstone Project

  • Departmental Thesis/Project (if applicable)

  • Industry Internship I

  • Industry Internship II

Year 4 Focus: Capstone × Internship × Career Readiness

Extended Learning: Three Major Credit Tracks

In addition to the department’s required and elective courses, students can choose from three interdisciplinary credit tracks based on their interests. By focusing on specialized course combinations, they can strengthen professional skills and shape their own FinTech career path.

FinTech Management & Market Application Program

Emphasizes financial products, financial analysis, and management skills; suitable for students aiming for digital finance and financial markets.

Focuses on financial regulation, RegTech, consumer protection, and anti-money laundering.

Covers technical skills such as AI, data science, blockchain, cloud computing, and programming languages.

Minor Program (For Students from Other Departments)

The department offers minor courses to help non-majors gain foundational FinTech skills.

Content covers finance fundamentals, introductory technology, data analytics, and regulatory technology.

Master’s Program

Master’s Program Curriculum Structure

The master’s program focuses on FinTech research and interdisciplinary applications. Courses cover financial supervision, AI technology applications, and digital finance practice. Through capstone projects or thesis work, students develop research skills and professional depth, preparing them as advanced-level professionals.

Master’s Graduation Requirements:

  • Required: 3 courses (Research Methods, Project I, Project II)

  • Electives: At least 24 credits (according to department regulations)

  • Complete a thesis or capstone project presentation

Required Courses for the Master’s Program

1. Research Methodology in FinTech

Strengthen research skills, thesis writing, data analysis, and FinTech research methodologies.

Practice-oriented courses focusing on problem definition, research planning, and data collection.

Continuation from the previous semester: presentation of results, thesis writing, and department project exhibitions.

Elective Courses for the Master’s Program

FinTech Core Areas (Finance × Technology)
  • Introduction to FinTech

  • FinTech Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  • FinTech Trends

  • FinTech & Financial Supervision

  • AI Applications in FinTech

  • Introduction to Big Data Analytics

  • Machine Learning Applications

  • Financial Regulations

  • FinTech Law

  • RegTech Practices

  • AML & Risk Identification

  • Data Mining

  • Data Visualization

  • Introduction to Cloud Computing

  • Information Security & Management

  • Blockchain Fundamentals

  • Blockchain & Smart Contracts

  • Digital Asset Management

  • Introduction to Sustainable Finance

  • Green Finance & Risk Management

  • Financial Markets & Institutions

  • Financial Engineering & Innovative Products

  • Financial Risk Management

  • Research in Consumer Finance

  • FinTech Case Studies

  • Advanced Research Topics

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