Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets Specialization

About the course

The University of Cape Town’s specialization will give aspiring entrepreneurs the tools to understand the technological innovations and challenges the financial services industry faces in the emerging market context. The specialization covers foundations of the changing financial regulations, new technological applications like blockchain or artificial intelligence and design thinking for startups in emerging markets. Through real-world case studies, you will see how this technology can unlock growth and spur innovation and will understand the specific emerging economies environment within which innovation can take place. This specialization is particularly suited for entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn how they can harness the power of fintech or technology in an emerging market. You will work on a business plan for your own fintech or tech-based startup idea in the capstone project comprising a business model canvas and pitch. This allows aspiring entrepreneurs to take a tangible step towards launching their own startup.

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Applied Learning Project
You will work on a business plan for either their own fintech or tech-based startup idea in the capstone project comprising a business model canvas and pitch. This allows aspiring entrepreneurs to take a tangible step towards launching their own startup.

Course content

• Course 1: Financial Regulation in Emerging Markets and the Rise of Fintech Companies
• Course 2: How Entrepreneurs in Emerging Markets can master the Blockchain Technology
• Course 3: Building Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets
• Course 4: Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future

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This course is offered by Coursera. Enrol and pay directly with the course provider.

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Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets Specialization