Diploma in
Financial
Technology (FinTech)
N/0412/4/0037 (MQA/PA 18514) 10/30
Become a Job-Ready FinTech Professional
From digital banking and blockchain to analytics and digital entrepreneurship, this career-driven diploma equips you with the business, tech, and innovation skills to thrive in the fast-growing world of Financial Technology.
You’ll learn how finance, technology, and regulation converge, and build the critical skills needed to work in tomorrow’s digital finance ecosystem.
Awarded by:
UNIMY
Duration:
2 years 3 months
Pathway:
Diploma
Study mode:
Full-time
Intakes:
February, May, July, & September
Assessments:
Coursework & Exams
Why choose UNIMY for FinTech course?
Your Future in FinTech Starts Here.
Master Real FinTech Tools & Platforms
Gain hands-on experience with digital payments, blockchain concepts, analytics tools, and financial platforms widely used across banking and digital finance.
Learn from Industry-Trained FinTech Experts
Our lecturers bring industry insights and real business experience from the financial and digital sectors — turning every class into practical, applied learning.
Industry Partnerships That Ignite Careers
Through collaborations with tech and finance partners, you’ll gain exposure to digital banking innovations, FinTech products, and future-ready technologies.
Earn Microcredentials from Global Tech Giants
Complement your diploma with bonus certifications from platforms like Coursera, IBM, AWS, or Google to boost your employability and stand out in the FinTech job market.
Earn Microcredentials from the
WORLD’S BEST UNIVERSITIES
& TECH GIANTS
Learn in Cutting-Edge
Labs & Smart Classrooms
COURSE MODULES
- Principles of Business & Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Principles of Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Human Resource Management
- Macroeconomics
- Introduction to FinTech
- Principles of FinTech Management
- Fundamentals of FinTech Governance
- Business Mathematics
- Organisational Behaviour
- Digital Currencies & Blockchain Technology
- Operations Management
- Digital Entrepreneurship
- Business Analytics
- Business Communication
- Design Thinking
- Digital Banking & Finance
- Business Finance
- Portfolio Management
- Business Law
- Industrial Training
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local students)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International students)
- New Venture Creation
- Integrity & Anti-Corruption
- Community Service
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (If required)
Our IT Education Partners
The Fastest & Smartest Way
to a Career in FinTech
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Start Here
- SPM
- O-Level
- (or equivalent)
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- Diploma in Financial Technology
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- Bachelor of Business Administration (Management Information System)
- Bachelor of Business Management (Financial Technology) (Hons)
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- MBA
- PhD in Business Management
- DBA
Career Opportunities
With global digitalisation reshaping financial services, FinTech professionals are more in-demand than ever. This diploma prepares you for impactful roles in banking, finance, technology, and digital business.
Digital Banking Officer
- Support and manage operations across online banking platforms.
FinTech Product Analyst
- Analyse, test, and optimise digital financial products and solutions.
Financial Operations Executive
- Ensure smooth daily operations of financial processes and digital transactions.
Blockchain Associate
- Assist in blockchain-based projects, digital assets, and distributed ledger systems.
Crypto Analyst
- Analyse trends, market data, and behaviour within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Data Analytics Assistant
- Apply analytics to business and financial decision-making.
FinTech Support Engineer
- Support digital platforms, APIs, and systems used in fintech services.
Compliance Officer (FinTech/Banking)
- Ensure adherence to financial regulations, cybersecurity requirements, and governance frameworks.
Risk Management Assistant
- Identify and assess risks in digital finance systems.
Cybersecurity Analyst
- Protect financial platforms from digital threats and vulnerabilities.
Business Analyst (FinTech)
- Bridge business needs with tech-driven financial solutions.
ABOUT THE COURSE
HOW DO I GET IN?
You qualify with ANY of the following:
- SPM with credit in 3 subjects; OR
- SKM Level 3 (related field); OR
- MQF Level 3 Certificate (CGPA ≥ 2.00); OR
- STPM with Grade C (GP 2.0); OR
- STAM with minimum Maqbul; OR
- Equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.
Forecast / Trial results are accepted.
English Requirements
- MUET: Band 3.5
- IGCSE: Pass
- PTE: 47
- TOEFL iBT: 40
- Linguaskill: 154
- Or equivalent to CEFR High B1
MUET valid for 5 years. Other tests valid for 2 years.
Programme Fees
Examination structure
The Diploma in Financial Technology (FinTech) combines written exams, coursework, and practical projects to provide a comprehensive assessment of both theoretical knowledge and applied skills.
Coursework (40%): Includes assignments, quizzes, and group or individual projects focused on areas such as digital payments, blockchain applications, and FinTech analytics.
Final Examinations (30%): Covers theory-based subjects like financial technology fundamentals, regulatory frameworks, and risk management.
Practical Assessments & Projects (30%): Evaluates hands-on work, including FinTech simulations, analytics dashboards, blockchain prototypes, and payment system exercises.
Some practical modules are assessed entirely through project outcomes and performance-based evaluations, without a formal written examination.
Exemption and Progression Pathway
Upon completing the Diploma in Financial Technology, students may be eligible for exemptions or further studies based on prior qualifications.
Exemption Opportunities:
Students with relevant academic or professional experience may apply for credit exemptions in foundational modules by submitting transcripts, syllabi, and certifications. Eligible qualifications may include:
- SPM / O-Level mathematics and business subjects
- Diploma in Business, Accounting, or Information Technology
- Relevant professional FinTech or financial services certifications
Progression Pathways:
Graduates may continue their studies or professional development through:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Technology, Information Technology, or Finance
- Professional certifications in blockchain, digital banking, or data analytics
- Direct credit transfer to the second year of selected degree programmes, enabling a smooth transition for advanced study and specialisation
FAQs About Diploma in Financial Technology (FinTech)
Yes. Students gain hands-on experience with fintech tools, data analytics, and digital business operations through Industrial Training in real workplace settings.
The Honours designation involves advanced research or project-based work, enabling students to specialise and demonstrate industry-ready expertise in financial technology.
Yes. Students engage in internships and collaborative projects with fintech companies and business organisations, gaining real-world experience and building professional networks.
UNIMY’s Diploma in FinTech stands out by embedding the programme across eight key digital technology areas, giving students a broader digital-ecosystem foundation than most institutions. The curriculum integrates financial principles with advanced domains such as AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, and IoE. Lecturers and advisors with specialised expertise in FinTech and Islamic finance lead the teaching, ensuring credible academic guidance.
The programme focuses on applied digital-technology skills rather than finance-only training. Overall, students develop a comprehensive skillset that aligns FinTech with emerging Industry 4.0 technologies.
Yes, the programme covers digital banking and payments, basic blockchain and smart contracts, and AI-driven data analytics for applications such as fraud detection, credit scoring, and customer insights in finance.
Yes. Students are eligible for a 50% tuition fee waiver. *Terms & conditions apply
