Executive Programme in FinTech and AI
- 1 Live and recorded sessions by the faculty
- India’s first Triple Crown B-school, renowned for its excellence in finance
- Real-world learning with a capstone project and case studies
- On-campus networking event at IIM Calcutta
- AI & GenAI in finance, taught by IIMC faculty
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Why Choose IIM Calcutta’s FinTech & AI Programme?
India’s FinTech industry is innovation-driven and rapidly transforming the financial services landscape. In 2024, the sector attracted $11.3 billion in investments, a clear indicator of its explosive growth. With AI at its core, the demand for professionals skilled in FinTech and AI is surging.
The banking sector in India is projected to grow by 40% between 2022 and 2025, and FinTech roles are expected to triple, making this one of the most promising career domains. As India’s AI-driven FinTech market continues to expand, mastering technologies such as AI, Blockchain, and Digital Finance is no longer optional; it’s essential.
The Executive Programme in FinTech and AI by IIM Calcutta is tailored for finance professionals aiming to lead this transformation. Through a flexible, industry-aligned curriculum, this IIMC FinTech programme empowers you to stay ahead in a competitive market.
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What Makes the IIM Calcutta FinTech & AI Programme Unique for Working Professionals?
One live and recorded sessions by distinguished IIMC faculty
Learn from case studies to solve real-world challenges
Gain industry exposure with on-campus networking event at IIM Calcutta*
Master emerging technologies in finance, AI governance risks and ethics AI & Generative AI in finance
Capstone project to apply your learning in a comprehensive, real-world scenario
Earn an IIM Calcutta certificate to boost your career
Live doubt-clearing sessions led by programme leaders
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The programme highlights presented above are approximate and subject to change depending on the availability and expertise of the teaching faculty, as well as the programme's desired outcome
*The fee for attending a networking event (without accommodation) on campus is INR 5,000 + GST per day. Attending the event (with accommodation on twin sharing basis): INR 11000 plus GST. Attending the event (with accommodation on a single occupancy basis): INR 13000 plus GST. The networking event will take place only if there are sufficient participants interested and at the discretion of IIM Calcutta.
The IIM Calcutta Advantage
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Why Choose the FinTech and AI Programme from IIM Calcutta?
Offered by a Globally Ranked Institution IIM Calcutta is ranked #70 worldwide for executive education (Financial Times 2024) and holds Triple Crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) — a mark of global academic excellence held by less than 1% of B-schools.
Strong Legacy in Finance & Analytics As India’s leading B-school in finance and business analytics, IIMC combines deep domain knowledge with cutting-edge modules, making it the ideal platform for mastering FinTech, AI, and digital finance transformation.
Future-Focused Curriculum The programme blends financial technologies (blockchain, digital payments, robo-advisory) with applied AI tools to help professionals stay ahead in a sector projected to grow to $1.3 trillion globally by 2032 (Bloomberg Intelligence).
Top Recruiter Preferences in Finance Roles IIM Calcutta sees strong placement demand from top firms in investment banking, equity research, corporate finance, and fintech. In recent years, finance roles have accounted for 20–25% of total placements, with recruiters including Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, and Barclays.
India’s #1 in Finance Specialisation (LinkedIn Ranking) IIM Calcutta is ranked 4th overall but is consistently considered the top choice for Finance among MBA aspirants, thanks to its strong quantitative and analytical focus.
Who Is This Programme For?
Designed for Managers, Senior Managers, and Senior Professionals in the FinTech, Banking, Insurance, and other BFSI companies, who are looking to gain mastery over AI, Digital Banking, Data Strategy, AI & GenAI in Finance, Sustainable Finance, Emerging Tech and FinTech Innovations. Implement transformative strategies and lead with clarity in the rapidly evolving financial ecosystem.
Designed for mid to senior career professionals with a background in finance who aspire to transition into high-growth roles in FinTech, Digital Banking, and Digital Finance.
Impact Stories
What Learners Are Saying About the Programme
Learners from banking, fintech, and financial services appreciate the programme’s practical and industry-relevant approach to FinTech and AI. They highlight the well-structured curriculum, expert faculty guidance, and bite-sized learning format that simplify complex topics like AI-driven financial services, digital lending, and fintech innovation. Interactive elements such as fireside chats, office hours, assignments, and peer discussions further enrich the experience by connecting concepts to real-world banking and fintech challenges. Overall, learners say the programme strengthens their understanding of the fintech ecosystem, data-driven finance, and digital banking transformation, with knowledge directly applicable to their roles.
High-Impact Harvard Business Publishing Case Studies
Lemonade: Delighting Insurance Customers with AI and Behavioural Economics
Learn how Lemonade reimagines insurance by using AI and behavioural nudges to offer fast, transparent service. The case highlights its influence on customer trust, fraud detection, and digital efficiency.
Quants in Utopia? Quantopian and Its Crowd Wisdom Hedge Fund Model
Learn how Quantopian built a crowdsourced hedge fund by empowering quantitative traders worldwide to develop and test trading algorithms on its Python-based platform.
To Catch a Thief: Explainable AI in Insurance Fraud Detection
Learn how Shift, an insurtech “unicorn,” leverages explainable artificial intelligence to combat fraudulent insurance claims by making fraud detection more transparent, efficient, and actionable for investigators.
Notes:
All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
The case studies mentioned are subject to change and will be finalised prior to the start of the programme
What Will You Learn in Each Module of the IIM Calcutta FinTech and AI Programme?
Global finance ecosystem: banks, FinTech companies, and more
Challenges and opportunities in the financial landscape
What Is FinTech & advantages?
Traditional banking & finance Vs. digital banking and FinTech
Digital India and its role in promoting FinTech
How is technology transforming banking & finance industry?
Technology types in finance & banking
Digital business models
Drivers of FinTech, trends driving FinTech adoption
FinTech ecosystem and emerging sectors
Fintech statistics: India & Global
Pain points in the traditional models
Regulations
Value proposition of the FinTech
Regulatory arbitrage vs. regulatory risk
Data analysis - Big Data introduction, application in finance
Cybersecurity in finance
Introduction to AI, Generative AI and Machine Learning
Use case 1: Lending tech: credit risk modelling
Use case 2: Insurtech: underwriting and fraud detection
Use case 3: Wealth tech: robo advisory and algorithmic trading
AI governance: risks and ethics
Blockchain and its key concepts
Distributed ledger technology (DLT) & decentralised finance (DeFi)
Ethereum and smart contracts
Cryptocurrency stablecoins
Blockchain applications
Limitations of blockchain
Open banking and API integration
Economy of API
Building and scaling APIs
Cloud computing
Robotic process automation
The need for sustainable business practices
FinTech and society
Enabling green economic growth
Financial inclusion and the role of technology
Tech giants in FinTech: Is it a game changer?
Trends and technologies
Capstone Project
Notes:
Modules topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the participant profile & programme hours.
There will be one live session by the faculty, and the faculty is subject to change based on availability.
Digital Payments, Lending, and Insurance are separate modules with the same subtopics, covered sequentially.
How the IIM Calcutta FinTech & AI Programme Transforms Your Career
Your Current Challenge | What You Gain at IIM Calcutta | Career Impact |
You understand finance but struggle to apply AI and emerging technologies in real business scenarios. | Learn to apply AI, Generative AI, and data strategies to solve complex financial problems. | Lead AI-driven innovation in banking, fintech, and financial services. |
You see fintech disruption happening but lack frameworks to evaluate new digital finance models. | Decode digital payments, lending ecosystems, and fintech business models through real industry cases. | Make strategic decisions on fintech investments, partnerships, and transformation. |
Your financial decisions rely on traditional analysis with limited use of data intelligence. | Apply analytics, automation, and AI-powered insights to financial decision-making. | Drive data-led financial strategy and smarter risk management. |
You want exposure to emerging financial technologies but lack structured guidance. | Gain practical knowledge of blockchain, digital banking, RegTech, and fintech innovation. | Position yourself as a future-ready fintech leader in a rapidly evolving industry. |
You want credibility in the growing AI-driven fintech ecosystem. | Earn a prestigious IIM Calcutta certification with real-world case learning and a capstone project. | Strengthen your profile as a technology-savvy finance leader ready for next-gen roles. |
Programme Director
Assistant Professor Academic Group: Finance and Control
With an academic background spanning a B. Tech. from IIT Kharagpur and a Ph.D. from IIM Ahmedabad, Dr. Sudarshan Kumar brings deep expertise in finance to his students and res...
Programme Faculty
Assistant Professor Grade I Academic Group: Management Information Systems
Assistant Professor Academic Group: Management Information Systems
Programme Certificate
Ranked 4th by LinkedIn for MBA Finance in India, IIM Calcutta is a top choice for its excellence in finance and business analytics. Participants who achieve a score of 65% or higher in the overall evaluation will be awarded a certificate of successful completion by IIM Calcutta. A participant with less than 65% of the score in the overall evaluation will not be awarded any certificate.
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The certificate shown above is for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact prototype of the actual certificate. IIM Calcutta reserves the right to change the certificate and specifications without notice.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the FinTech Ecosystem & Digital Finance Trends Explore global and Indian FinTech landscapes, comparing traditional and digital banking. Examine FinTech’s role in payments, lending, insurance, and investments.
Apply AI, Blockchain & Data Analytics in FinTech Use AI for credit risk modelling, blockchain for smart contracts, and analytics to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.
Navigate FinTech Regulations & RegTech Solutions Gain clarity on evolving regulations, AI governance, and RegTech to manage compliance while enabling business growth.
Evaluate Digital-First FinTech Business Models Analyse new digital models in lending, payments, and insurance. Understand how AI, blockchain, and open banking are driving innovation.
Promote Sustainable & Inclusive Digital Finance Develop strategies for green finance and financial inclusion through emerging technologies.
Lead Digital Transformation in Financial Services Strengthen leadership to drive tech-enabled change in banking and finance using cloud, APIs, and automation.
FAQs
This 19-week IIM FinTech course equips professionals with in-demand skills in financial technology, artificial intelligence, and blockchain. Recognised among the best FinTech courses in India, it combines strategic insight with practical application, ideal for those aiming to lead innovation in FinTech and AI in finance. The programme suits professionals exploring AI courses for finance, executive certification in FinTech & artificial intelligence, and the India AI in FinTech market.
This 19-week fintech course offers a deep dive into digital banking, payments, lending, and data strategy, along with AI applications in finance. It includes modules on blockchain technology, smart contracts, DeFi, and fintech regulations. The programme combines practical case studies, a capstone project, and insights into the evolving fintech ecosystem to prepare professionals for strategic roles in financial technology.
Backed by IIM Calcutta, a globally accredited institution, this fintech certification stands out for its rigorous curriculum, real-world case studies, and expert-led sessions. It covers key areas like AI in finance, blockchain technology, and financial technology solutions, making it ideal for professionals aiming to lead in the fintech and financial services space.
Participants will gain expertise in AI for finance, blockchain implementation, and digital transformation in financial services. The programme builds core competencies in data strategy, algorithmic trading, digital payments, and risk analytics, making it one of the best AI courses for finance professionals in India. It also prepares learners for roles in the India AI in FinTech market, with practical exposure to tools and frameworks used in FinTech and AI course modules across global financial ecosystems.
This 19-week fintech course, offered by IIM Calcutta, is an online programme featuring recorded sessions by faculty, along with doubt-clearing sessions led by industry experts. It combines the flexibility of online learning with interactive elements to deepen understanding of financial technology and blockchain applications.
A FinTech certification validates your ability to navigate today’s fast-changing finance and technology landscape. With the rise of digital finance, AI in banking, and blockchain technology, certified professionals gain a competitive edge. It signals readiness to lead innovation across systems, tools, and platforms shaping the fintech industry. This 19-week programme by IIM Calcutta is designed to help you build that expertise and earn a certification that stands out.
Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!
Flexible payment options available.
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