Shaping the Future of Digital Payments at KSU

Payment processing has become increasingly complex thanks to new technologies that give businesses and consumers more ways than ever to initiate transactions. The result is that digital payment processing is now a multi-billion-dollar industry.

By partnering with The Georgia Fintech Academy on program our offerings, Kennesaw State University is preparing a new generation of leaders to manage a new generation of digital payments.

If you're interested in pursuing a minor, certificate, or degree program in Financial Technologies, explore the latest course offerings in the updated KSU Course Catalog to take the next step in your Fintech journey below!

For more questions about Fintech courses and programs available at KSU, contact Dr. Nick Suppiah at nsuppiah@kennesaw.edu.

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The Master of Science in Digital Financial Technologies (Fintech) provides a strong foundation in the technologies, techniques, and tools employed in one of the largest financial technology domains, digital payments. Fintech students learn about cutting-edge technologies in digital payments such as blockchain, popular AI machine-learning techniques, as well as the financial knowledge required to work in the industry.

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Named One of the Nation's Top 10 Online Fintech Programs

Kennesaw State University's Certificate in Financial Technology was recognized as one of the top ten in the country by FintechDegrees.org in their Guide to the Nation's Best Online Fintech Certificate Programs for 2024. KSU's program was named No. 10 on the list, with the feature highlighting the University's proximity to Atlanta, one of the nation's financial transaction hubs.

One of Georgia's Most Important and Fastest Growing Industries: Financial Technology

Atlanta is proud to be a key focus city, supporting the economic growth behind Fintech. The industry is so important to the surrounding regions that a FinTech Task Force has been launched to help support the ecosystem, attract and grow new jobs and investments, and help promote the future of Fintech.

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Fintech Goals at KSU

Fintech@KSU’s mission is to produce the next generation of cross-disciplinary educated innovators ready to shape the digital payment industry's future.

We do this through the following strategies:

What is Digital Payments?

Digital payments refers to a wide range of technologies that make electronic banking possible, including everything from gift cards, debit cards, credit cards, ATMs, and the phone apps you use to electronically transfer money to your friends or pay bills. Digital payment allows you to invest, insure, and bank from your mobile device without ever setting foot in a building. Courses in digital payments prepare you for a high-demand career in areas such as information technology, cybersecurity, data science, and business.

Digital Payments in Georgia

Did you know Georgia is home to the largest concentration of financial technology companies in the country? Georgia has truly earned the name "Transaction Alley"!

Upcoming Fintech Events

Explore upcoming and past Fintech events designed to connect you with career opportunities, industry insights, and educational advancements. From virtual career fairs and resume review tables to conferences on emerging technologies and talent gaps in digital payments, these events provide valuable resources for students and professionals alike. Whether you're interested in learning about new Fintech programs, seeking career advice, or diving into the future of financial technology, our collection of events has something for everyone.

Filter through the calendar items to find the perfect opportunity at KSU for you!

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