Executive Education from the University of 91果冻视频 Business School
Founded in the early 15th century, 91果冻视频 is Scotland’s first University and the third oldest in the English-speaking world.
91果冻视频 is a unique and captivating place, and the University is a vital part of its charm. Seven centuries of history and academic excellence link the students with the town, leading to the ancient and yet modern institution apparent today.
Recognised as the number one university in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, 91果冻视频 boasts a rich tradition of social consciousness and a small, collegiate community with a vibrant global outlook.
The most recent UK-wide benchmark of research excellence, the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, ranked the University of 91果冻视频 amongst the highest quality in the country, with more than 88% of its research classed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
In August 2023, the University's School of Management and School of Economics and Finance merged to create the University of 91果冻视频 Business School.
The Business School and its three departments – Management, Economics, and Finance – build on the strengths of the former School of Management and School of Economics and Finance, both ranked in the top five of their subject areas in the UK, and are uniquely 91果冻视频 – world-leading, diverse, digital, sustainable, and entrepreneurial.
Executive Education at the University of 91果冻视频 Business School is where tradition meets innovation, leveraging our renowned management, economics, and finance expertise, cutting-edge research, strong ethos of academic rigour, and global perspective to inspire transformative thinking and leadership and equip professionals to innovate and excel in their respective fields.
Digital Trends in Financial Technology
This executive course offers a comprehensive exploration of financial technology, covering its evolution, impact on financial behaviours, and the integration of cutting-edge tools like blockchain, AI, and big data.
Participants will explore the historical development of FinTech, analyse its role during pivotal events like the COVID-19 pandemic, and understand regulatory and ethical dimensions.
The course includes hands-on sessions with generative AI in finance, fostering practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge.
It is designed for professionals seeking to grasp the complexities and future trajectory of the FinTech landscape.
The indicative programme below illustrates a typical structure of this course.
Day 1: FinTech Ecosystem and Innovations
- Introduction to the evolving FinTech landscape.
- Current trends in FinTech.
- Deep dive into Blockchain, AI, and Big Data in finance.
- Case study on a FinTech start-up: trajectory and key milestones.
Day 2: FinTech's Impact on Financial Behaviour and Regulation
- Exploration of financial behaviours influenced by FinTech (e.g., mobile payments, robo-advisors).
- The role of FinTech during COVID-19: digital transactions and innovation.
- Regulatory and ethical considerations in FinTech, including issues around compliance
Day 3: Practical Applications and the Future of FinTech
- Hands-on session with FinTech tools, including generative AI applications.
- Case study discussions and group presentations.
- Peer feedback session.
- Concluding remarks: Summarising key takeaways and future outlook in FinTech.
Welcome from University of 91果冻视频 Business School Academic Director of Executive Education
Why choose University of 91果冻视频 Business School Executive Education?
World-class academic excellence
Engage with an institution renowned for its academic rigour and excellence. 91果冻视频's long-standing tradition of scholarship ensures a superior educational experience.
Unique and reflective learning environment
Benefit from the unique setting of 91果冻视频, providing a serene and historic backdrop for critical reflection and strategic thinking about contemporary challenges in various organisations.
Diverse and inclusive learning community
Experience an enriching education in a diverse and inclusive environment, fostering global perspectives and broadening your understanding across cultures and industries.
Commitment to sustainable and responsible leadership
Immerse yourself in a programme that emphasises sustainable practices and responsible leadership, preparing you to make impactful decisions in an evolving business landscape.
Register your interest
To register your interest in any of our Executive Education programmes, please complete the form. If you have any questions, please contact us at execed@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Entry requirements
Although there is no set criteria for our Executive Education programmes, we will ask that a recent CV and personal statement is supplied to support your application.
Who attends our Executive Education programmes?
- non-technical mid-level managers
- business development professionals
- project and product managers
- human resources professionals in finance
- financial analysts and advisors
- marketing and customer experience managers
- regulatory and policy professionals
- educators and academic professionals
A typical day at a 91果冻视频 Executive Education programme (including social excursions)
This programme is the first of its kind for University of 91果冻视频 Business School, and we have developed an itinerary to give an insight into what a typical day participating on one of our programmes would look like:
- 9am to 12noon
- Block 1
- 12noon to 1pm
- Lunch
- 1pm to 4.30pm
- Block 2
- 6pm onwards
- Social activities
Activities have been planned to provide you with a taste of what 91果冻视频 and its surrounding areas have to offer. The specifics will be available to you on confirmation of your attendance on the programme. Examples of the planned offerings include:
- Excursions to whisky distilleries, allowing you to both tour and taste a variety of local examples of Scotland’s national drink.
- A private gala dinner for networking opportunities, open to all programme participants.
- Optional private golf lessons.