What is FinTech?
FinTech pioneers the latest software applications and other technologies to automate the future of financial services.
ADMISSIONS PAUSED
UConn has paused admissions of new students into the MS and Certificate in FinTech programs. While we are pausing admissions to these graduate programs, FinTech remains a vibrant and growing focus at the UConn School of Business, with course content and experiential learning in FinTech, AI, and Data Analytics through a variety of other programs. Please explore our other graduate programs or contact us for more information.
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Financial Technology (FinTech) is an umbrella term referring to the latest software applications and other technologies developed to automate the future of financial services for businesses and consumers. In addition to improving and automating traditional finance applications, FinTech also includes insurance technology (InsurTech), regulatory technology (RegTech), medical technology (MedTech), and real estate tech (PropTech). FinTech serves as a comprehensive knowledge base, seamlessly integrating disciplines like insurance fraud detection, cyber risk management, and financial services cybersecurity. This interconnected ecosystem empowers organizations to combat challenges such as insurance fraud while enhancing resilience through effective cybersecurity risk management and precise cybersecurity risk assessments, available as optional electives. By addressing critical areas such as cyber risk, FinTech continues to drive innovation across the financial services landscape.
FinTech at UConn
The University of Connecticut offers dynamic Graduate Programs in FinTech designed to prepare you for a thriving career in the FinTech industry through training that focuses on areas such as InsurTech and strategies for managing cybersecurity risks, which are available as elective tracks.
- Masters in FinTech program: 36-credit (21 Core, 15 Elective)
- Graduate Certificate in FinTech: 12-credit (4 Core, 1 Elective)
- Accelerated Program in FinTech: 36-credit (21 Core, 15 Elective)
UConn FinTech Program at a Glance
- Elite Research Faculty and Expert Practitioners
- Cutting-Edge Technology
- Immersive Experiences
- STEM Designated Programs
- GMAT/GRE Optional
- Your Pace: Part-time or Full-time
- $1500 per Credit
- Locations: Online & Hartford, CT
Elite Research Faculty and Expert Practitioners
In the Graduate Programs in FinTech, you will have the opportunity to learn from world-renowned researchers and faculty who engage with industry on a regular basis. Whether it is visual analytics, blockchain, machine learning or financial modeling, our diverse faculty offers a comprehensive realm of expertise and experience for you to draw upon.
Meet the FinTech Leadership Team:

John Wilson
Academic Director

Meghan Hanrahan
Executive Director of MS Programs

Cuihong Li
Operations and Information Management Department Head

Chinmoy Ghosh
Finance Department Head

Alexander Amati
Faculty Program Advisor

Ramesh Shankar
Faculty Program Advisor
Get to know our full School of Business Faculty.
Advisory Board
The Advisory Board will help the program to maintain a curriculum that keeps pace with the market, assist in cultivating corporate relationships, and participate in experiential learning opportunities with students. The board will provide support and guidance to the program when developing strategic initiatives and new programming or partnership opportunities. The board consists of alumni, content experts, and corporate partners.
Support Services
The FinTech team is here for you with useful services and resources to guide you through your successful academic and research-driven graduate school journey. Take advantage of our faculty and professional advisors and career coaching services.
Alumni Network
Building a powerful network of influencers with strong global connections is a major component in any job seeker's career journey. Your global UConn Husky School of Business alumni network of more than 45,000 are among the most prominent in the world of business today. UConn alumni have leadership roles in companies such as Amazon, Dell, Google, Gartner, Cigna, NASDAQ, Deloitte, Microsoft, LEGO, ESPN, Travelers, Goldman Sachs and Prudential. As a graduate of the Fintech programs, you’ll join the alumni network to empower the next generation of strategic thinkers and global leaders.
The UConn School of Business Office of External & Alumni Engagement is your key to unlocking this broad network of possibilities.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions that we receive about the UConn FinTech Graduate Programs.
Events Calendar
As a FinTech student you are invited to attend a wide array of speakers, panel discussions, and networking events hosted by the UConn School of Business and distinguished alumni. Be sure to get involved!
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UConn Fintech In the Media
John Wilson and Laurissa Berk's Keynote address from CQCS Insurtech Innovation 2023
From CQCS's Website (translated into English) -
The academic director of the MS Financial Technology program at the University of Connecticut, John Wilson, was one of the keynote speakers at the Main Plenary on the first day, 25, of the CQCS Insurtech and Innovation event in São Paulo. In addition to him, the director of student and faculty services for the undergraduate STEM programs at the UConn School of Business was also one of the guests. In the lecture, the main topic was “innovative talent acquisition strategies” in the insurance market.
Read the Article (In Portuguese)
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