IIM Sambalpur & NSE Academy Discuss Upskilling Amid FinTech Disruption

IIM Sambalpur and NSE Academy are offering admissions for the 'MBA in Fintech Management' and a dual degree programme allowing applicants to gain an MBA in Financial Management from Sorbonne Business School, Paris. The programmes cater to working professionals and include 17 specialised courses, immersion programmes, incubator-assisted entrepreneurial training, corporate thesis and individual development plans. 

A roundtable discussion on 'Navigating Disruption: Future Ready FinTech Leaders for an Era of Technological Innovation' was held at NSE, Mumbai, featuring eight expert speakers from fintech and allied sectors.

The discussion centered on Fintech-induced changes in the banking industry, including neo-banking, open banking, account aggregators, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), Algo trading and embedded payments. It highlighted the need for specialised knowledge to navigate challenges like regulations, information security, financial inclusion, wealth creation, social impact and market awareness.

India, the third largest fintech hub globally, is expected to generate $400 billion in business by 2030, requiring skilled leaders and managers. Despite multiple certifications, the current need is to equip new-age managers with core competencies to manage fintech disruptions through comprehensive and specialised training.

The course, delivered through a blended learning format, is designed for working professionals and entrepreneurs, catering to Fintech enthusiasts from various industries including BFSI, IT, Insurance, Stock market, Personal Finance, Retail & e-commerce, Cryptocurrency, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Real estate and allied sectors.

The programme equips graduates with technical knowledge in fintech topics like Blockchain, Cryptography, Information Security, Payment systems, Regulations, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Risk Management and Asset Management. They also gain entrepreneurial skills to run their own startup, with mentorship and incubator support and ideal management through individual development plans and corporate thesis.