宗旨及特色

Special Features

• Pioneering FinTech doctorate in the world
• Benefit from pooled resources of different faculties
• Integrate academic study, applied research and management practice
• Embrace digital transformation and technological innovations
• Explore the potential of digital economics and finance

Programme Aims

The DFinTech Programme aims to expose students to how digital changes impact the financial industry and to equip them with state-of-the-art knowledge in the FinTech area. The DFinTech Programme is designed to integrate academic study with management practice to transform students into “scholar-leaders” in the FinTech field.

On completion of the programme, students will be able to advance their knowledge, skills and intellectual abilities as defined in the broad learning outcomes which are underpinned by specific learning objectives below:

1. General Business Knowledge
   Learning Objective: Broaden, update and deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of how digital transformation and technological innovations impact the business world, and the ethical implications.

2. Specialist Knowledge
   Learning Objective: Acquire an in-depth knowledge of digital technologies in the financial industry.

3. Applied Research
   Learning Objective: Acquire the ability to conduct original applied research in tech-related business areas.

Characteristics

Accreditations

The Faculty of Business was accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in 2010 in recognition of our business education.

The Faculty of Business was accredited by EQUIS (EFMD Quality Improvement System) in 2007 in recognition of our programmes, research and associated activities.

International Collaboration

To enhance its international dimension and academic vigour, PolyU DFinTech collaborates with IMD business school in Switzerland to provide opportunities for students to join their Digital Transformation Programme.