Payments in Digital Finance - ONLINE PROGRAMME
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You might have heard that banks no longer dominate the payments sphere. How did that happen? And what does it mean for the Financial Services industry?
In the Payments in Digital Finance Specialisation, you will explore how a rapidly changing technology landscape is transforming the payments ecosystem at an unprecedented rate.
Leaders in technology, regulations, digital innovation and public policy have come together to design 6 short courses that cover all facets of new digital payments. Guided by top industry experts, you will develop a solid understanding of the past, present, and future of payments.
digital payment market globally is expected to reach by 2030
(Fintech Futures, 2024)
people using digital wallets in 2024
(Juniper Research, 2024)
BNPL lending market is expected to reach by 2024 in the US
(MAG, 2024)
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At the end of this programme, you'll...
From bartering to digital wallets, payments have evolved dramatically. You will explore the key milestones in the history of payments, including the introduction of currency, the rise of credit cards, and the digital revolution.
Governments worldwide play a crucial role in regulating the payments industry to ensure consumer protection, financial stability, and fair competition. You will have a chance to examine the key regulations governing payments, analysing regional differences and their impact on innovation and market dynamics.
The payments landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with traditional methods like cash and cheques gradually being replaced by newer, more convenient options. You will compare and contrast traditional and new payment methods, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages.
Technological advancements are driving innovation in the payments industry, enabling new products and services. You will gain a 360 degree understanding of emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and biometrics, and their potential to revolutionise the way we pay.
Successful digital transformation programmes are essential for businesses to remain competitive in the evolving payments landscape. You will gain insights into the key components of a successful digital transformation strategy, including customer-centric design, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
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From basic to advanced concepts
4 hour lesson per week over 8 weeks. Aquire all the skills to get ready for the future of payments.
Get a comprehensive understanding of how money has and will change
In this course, we will take you through the history of money and payments. You will see money for what it truly is today and how it will change in the future. You will also dissect the meaning and implications of cryptocurrencies, virtual currencies and stablecoins.
Learn about the Payments infrastructures behind trillions of dollars worth of transactions every day
With course 2, you will get a high level understanding of the different infrastructure layers, as well as have an overview of the different payment methods and schemes. Who are the main actors and what is the industry structure? These are some of the questions you can expect to be answered in this module.
Keep up with the key trends impacting the world of Payments and Finance
Understand what does a modern Payments Stack look like and the innovations moving the space. Learn how data can be leveraged against fraud as well as the impact CBDCs and DLT are having on the Payments industry.
Understand the business aspect of Payments and learn how to build a Payments strategy
In this course, you will understand what are the new & creative ways of monetising payments in the market as well as learn what payment providers are doing to generate new revenue streams. Start building your foundational knowledge of platforms, and the relationship with Open Finance.
Learn the regulations and gain access to the Payments space
In this course, you will understand what the government and regulatory agencies keep the Payments sector stable. Learn how the global cybersecurity regulations have evolved as well as understand the different regulatory views on cryptocurrencies.
Who should take this course?
Professionals in Financial institutions, Central Banks, Fintechs and Startups across sectors
Financial Institutions
Small and Medium Businesses
Governments
Regulators
Policy-makers
Educators
Students
Why our alumni love our programmes
Experts you will be learning from
Top CEOs, CIOs, Founders and industry leaders will share knowledge
Jean-Michel Godeffroy
Former Director General of ECB
Fred Bar
Secretary General of EACHA
Kim Ford
Senior VP, Government Relations of Fiserv
Michael O'Loughlin
Founder of Oloughlin.io
Ritesh Jain
Former COO of HSBC
Programme Details
Start date
Starts immediately
Programme Tuition
£720
Programme Format
100% online, self-paced
Earn an industry-accredited certificate
Receive a Certificate in Payments in Digital Finance Specialisation issued by CFTE. The certificate online can serve as a stepping stone to further advancement in your career. Don’t miss this opportunity to stand out in your field.
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You can choose to pay the full amount, or you can opt for a 3-part payment plan option. The 3-part payment option requires one payment upfront, followed by second during your course.
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Most frequent questions and answers about our specialisation
Anyone who wants to have a solid understanding of payments should take this specialisation. Either to lead projects, a team or innovation applicable the world of payments.
At CFTE, we pride ourselves in offering courses for professionals, by professionals and offering a global view – this is how we compare with the market. This is done through videos, readings, and insights from CEOs to make the learning experience accessible. You will be able to take the course fully online and at your own pace, so you can be in charge of your proper upskilling. At CFTE, we believe there is an urgent need for all to learn the right skills for a world of digital finance, and we support all initiatives that are supporting the same goal.
We break our programmes into two types: short courses and specialisations. Our specialisations are a bundle of all of our short courses relating to an overarching topic. Specialisations allow learners to get a comprehensive and well-rounded understanding of a given topic in its many areas. If you have previous experience on this specialisation’s subject or you are interested in learning more about a specific area of it, you can enrol in the individual course that covers your area of interest, instead of taking the whole specialisation. Feel free to chat with us if you’d like some advise on which one would suit you best!
There are no strict prerequisites for taking the course. The Payments in Digital Finance specialisation aims to provide anyone interested in finance (in its wider definition) with a general overview of the trends in payments and digital finance, with the right balance between content that is easily accessible but that also provides insightful knowledge.
You will have access to the course for 6 months from enrolment. This duration is set to ensure you can pace yourself for the best learning outcome. Though not a common request, you can talk to us if you need an extension of the access after the 6 months are up.
Yes, you will receive a digital certificate upon successful completion of the course. This certificate is digital so it can be shared at any time and embedded into your online professional profile.
We accept all major credit cards and debit cards. You can choose to pay the full amount, or you can opt for a 3-part payment plan option. The 3-part payment option requires one payment upfront, followed by second and third during your course. Chat with us to find out more!
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Ready to disrupt payments?
Get a 360 view of the payments landscape from the shoulders of giants with this online course.
Payments in Digital Finance is a CFTE programme created in collaboration with the Budapest Institute of Banking, designed for finance professionals to get a comprehensive overview of the biggest financial technologies impacting the industry.
Understand the most recent Payments innovations, how the rise of digital currencies such as CBDCs or Crypto is impacting the space and how changing customer behaviour drives the evolution of money.
An online specialisation developed in partnership with Budapest Institute of Banking
An online specialisation developed in partnership with Budapest Institute of Banking.
With the Payments in Digital Finance Specialisation, you will:
- Understand money for what it truly is today and how it will change in the future
- Learn how payments impact financial stability and monetary policy
- Explore how global cybersecurity regulations continue to evolve
- Understand what the modern full payments stack looks like
- Recognise what central bank digital currency proposals exist around the world and what are the regulatory views on cryptocurrency
This specialisation is taught by unicorn builders. disruptive entrepreneurs. Fortune500 Leaders. technology experts. payments regulators.
Specialisation Curriculum
This specialisation is composed of 6 individual courses.
Course 1: The Historical, Economic and Social Importance of Payments
Course 3: New Payments Technologies and Product Innovations
Course 5: The Global Regulatory Landscape of the Payments Sector
Course 2: Payment's Stack - Industry Fundamentals
Course 4: Payments Strategies and Business Model Innovations
Course 6: The Rationale for a Digital Transformation
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Online & Self-paced
Learn whenever. Learn wherever. Your learning track is flexible to your goals.
Global View
Our courses offers a 360 view on the topic, focused on what matters.
Expert-led
Our courses are curated by 200+ finance experts who know what skills you must learn.
Join the payments revolution today!
A specialisation designed for the industry, by the industry.
One-time payment of £720 | 3 instalments of £240
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers about our specialisation
Anyone who wants to have a solid understanding of payments should take this specialisation. Either to lead projects, a team or innovation applicable the world of payments.
At CFTE, we pride ourselves in offering courses for professionals, by professionals and offering a global view – this is how we compare with the market. This is done through videos, readings, and insights from CEOs to make the learning experience accessible. You will be able to take the course fully online and at your own pace, so you can be in charge of your proper upskilling. At CFTE, we believe there is an urgent need for all to learn the right skills for a world of digital finance, and we support all initiatives that are supporting the same goal.
We break our programmes into two types: short courses and specialisations. Our specialisations are a bundle of all of our short courses relating to an overarching topic. Specialisations allow learners to get a comprehensive and well-rounded understanding of a given topic in its many areas. If you have previous experience on this specialisation’s subject or you are interested in learning more about a specific area of it, you can enrol in the individual course that covers your area of interest, instead of taking the whole specialisation. Feel free to chat with us if you’d like some advise on which one would suit you best!
There are no strict prerequisites for taking the course. The Payments in Digital Finance specialisation aims to provide anyone interested in finance (in its wider definition) with a general overview of the trends in payments and digital finance, with the right balance between content that is easily accessible but that also provides insightful knowledge.
You will have access to the course for 6 months from enrolment. This duration is set to ensure you can pace yourself for the best learning outcome. Though not a common request, you can talk to us if you need an extension of the access after the 6 months are up.
Yes, you will receive a digital certificate upon successful completion of the course. This certificate is digital so it can be shared at any time and embedded into your online professional profile.
We accept all major credit cards and debit cards. You can choose to pay the full amount, or you can opt for a 3-part payment plan option. The 3-part payment option requires one payment upfront, followed by second and third during your course. Chat with us to find out more!
