This course explores the interdisciplinary combination between finance (Fin) and technology (Tech). It focuses on applying new technologies, such as Blockchain and AI, in financial markets and financial services. The course topics include blockchain technology, digital currencies, smart contracts, and decentralized finance (DeFi). The course will study how new technology reduces transaction costs in financial markets and evaluate the impact of financial innovation on financial markets, consumers, and society.
Required Prerequisites
One completed MBA-level required course in Finance or Basics of Quantitative Analysis waiver course (or recent statistics course) and Basics of Finance waiver course (or recent Corporate Finance course)