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Curriculum Framework
Discover the drivers and adopters of fintech innovations as you progress through the weekly leaning modules of the certification program.

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Learning Track	Title	Description	Time Commitment
Module-1	Understanding The Fintech Revolution	This module lays the conceptual groundwork for the entire program by defining FinTech, tracing its evolution, and exploring the forces driving the digital finance era. Participants will analyze global and local ecosystems, understand disruptive business models, and reflect on the ethical and Shari’ah-aligned imperatives of innovation. It is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the FinTech landscape and a customer-centric, innovation-driven mindset essential for leading digital financial transformation.	10 hours
Module-2	Reshaping The Banking And Payments Industry	This module explores the structural and technological shifts transforming the banking and payments industry. It examines the rise of digital-first models, EMIs, PSOs/PSPs, Open Banking, and real-time payment infrastructures that are reshaping the value chain. Participants will analyze ecosystem dynamics, evaluate disruptive business and regulatory models, and explore strategic implications for incumbents and new players. The module is designed to build applied skills for navigating the future of banking and payments with an ecosystem-driven, customer-centric, and ethically grounded approach.	10 hours
Module-3	Embracing Emis, Psos/Psps, And Digital Banking	This module equips participants with a deep understanding of the institutional landscape and business models driving modern digital finance. It examines the rise of EMIs, PSOs, PSPs, and digital banks, focusing on their regulatory frameworks, revenue strategies, and technological infrastructure. Participants will analyze interoperability, ecosystem dynamics, and strategic positioning of new digital players relative to incumbents. Case studies of local and global leaders will provide applied insights into scaling strategies and sustainable business models. The module is designed to foster ecosystem thinking and strategic readiness for building inclusive, tech-driven financial services.	10 hours
Module-4	Raising And Managing Money With Fintech	This module explores how FinTech is redefining capital raising, alternative financing, and digital treasury management across the business lifecycle. It examines crowdfunding, P2P lending, embedded credit, and revenue-based financing models, as well as AI-driven money management tools for SMEs and corporates. Participants will analyze the integration of fundraising and treasury functions, assess regulatory and risk frameworks, and design tech-enabled capital models. The module aims to build strategic, analytical, and ecosystem-focused capabilities for leveraging FinTech in addressing liquidity, funding, and financial planning challenges.	10 hours
Module-5	Transforming Investments With Fintech	This module explores how FinTech is transforming the investment landscape by democratizing access, reshaping portfolio management, and enabling new asset classes. Participants will examine the evolution from traditional advisory and brokerage models to digital-first platforms, including robo-advisory, self-directed investing, and tokenized assets. The module emphasizes the integration of behavioral finance, gamification, and AI-driven strategies in shaping investor behavior and institutional portfolio management. Global and regional case studies will provide applied insights into platform economics, regulatory responses, and strategic adoption for emerging markets like Pakistan. The goal is to build strategic, technical, and ethical competencies for designing inclusive, scalable, and compliant digital investment solutions.	10 hours
Module-6	Harnessing Data With Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning [Case Studies/ Hands-On Labs]	This module equips participants with the knowledge and applied skills to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) as transformative tools in financial services. It covers foundational concepts in AI, ML, and deep learning, emphasizing supervised and unsupervised learning approaches. Participants will explore how financial data—transactional, behavioral, and alternative—powers intelligent systems for credit scoring, fraud detection, and investment personalization. Through hands-on labs and low-code/no-code workflows, they will build and test basic AI models, interpret prediction logic, and evaluate models for fairness, bias, and transparency. Ethical governance, Shari’ah-sensitive design, and regulatory considerations are embedded throughout, preparing participants to adopt AI responsibly and strategically in FinTech ecosystems.	18 hours
Module-7	Money Prospects Of Cryptocurrencies [Conventional & Shari'ah Perspectives]	This module explores the historical, theoretical, technical, and jurisprudential dimensions of money in light of the rise of cryptocurrencies. It traces the transformation of money from barter to digital currencies, examining key milestones and the shifting ontological interpretations of value and exchange. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of blockchain-based currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, including their infrastructure, operational mechanics, and functional roles in the modern financial ecosystem. From an Islamic perspective, the module engages critically with Fiqh al-Mu‘āmalāt to assess whether cryptocurrencies can qualify as legitimate money, analyzing major scholarly opinions and contemporary fatāwa. Ethical, regulatory, and strategic implications are discussed with an emphasis on financial inclusion, monetary sovereignty, and the alignment of digital currencies with the Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah. The module equips participants with the ability to evaluate cryptocurrencies beyond hype and volatility, enabling informed, principled engagement with decentralized money in both conventional and Islamic finance contexts.	10 hours
Module-8	Demystifying Blockchain And Cryptocurrency [Case Studies/ Hands-On Labs]	This module provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency ecosystems, and their transformative impact on financial systems. It explores the technical foundations of distributed ledgers, consensus mechanisms, and smart contracts while critically examining their applications in decentralized finance (DeFi) and Islamic financial contexts. Participants will analyze public vs. private blockchain models, evaluate cryptocurrency’s role as “money,” and assess Shari’ah considerations in adopting digital assets. Practical labs offer hands-on exposure to transaction flows, smart contract deployment, and crypto asset risk mapping. The module emphasizes bridging technical literacy with strategic, ethical, and Islamic finance perspectives to enable responsible and value-driven innovation.	18 hours
Module-9	Exploring The Mechanics And Potential Of Central Bank Digital Currencies	This module provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as a pivotal innovation reshaping the future of money and monetary policy. It examines the historical evolution of money, the drivers behind the CBDC movement, and the core design models adopted globally. Participants will analyze policy trade-offs, technological architectures, and the regulatory and ethical implications of CBDCs, with a strong focus on their potential role in Islamic finance and financial inclusion. Case studies and applied exercises will equip participants to critically evaluate CBDC adoption strategies and design choices in alignment with national priorities and Shari’ah principles.	8 hours
Module-10	Designing, Pricing & Marketing Digital Financial Services	This module positions participants at the intersection of human-centered design, pricing innovation, and ethical marketing for digital financial services. Moving beyond technology, the module emphasizes designing products that respond to real human needs, leveraging behavioral insights, and embedding values-based and Shari’ah-aligned principles into every stage of the product lifecycle. Through pre-class conceptual grounding, in-class prototyping and UX workshops, and post-class synthesis, participants learn how to craft inclusive, sustainable, and ethical digital finance solutions. Case studies and practical exercises connect global trends to emerging market realities, ensuring that participants can design services that are both commercially viable and socially responsible.	12 hours
Module-11	Embedding Shari’ah Principles In Digital Financial Services [Master Class]	This masterclass equips participants with the ability to embed Islamic commercial law principles directly into the design, structuring, and delivery of digital financial services. It moves beyond compliance as a checklist to a design-stage integration of Shari’ah values, emphasizing ethical innovation and user-centric product development. Participants will gain hands-on experience in identifying Riba, Gharar, and Maysir risks in digital products, restructuring conventional models into Shari’ah-compliant alternatives, and aligning digital delivery with maqasid al-Shari’ah (objectives of justice, transparency, and inclusion). Scenario-driven workshops and case-based redesign exercises ensure applied competence in building authentically Islamic, digitally scalable financial solutions.	12 hours
Module-12	Building Resilience Through Cybersecurity [Case Studies/ Hands-On Labs]	This module equips participants with the knowledge and applied skills to secure digital financial services against evolving cyber threats. It examines why FinTechs are high-value targets, explores the CIA Triad and “Defense in Depth,” and emphasizes the strategic role of cybersecurity in building trust and resilience. Participants will map vulnerabilities in wallets, APIs, and organizational workflows; apply international cybersecurity standards; and develop layered security architectures aligned with regulatory and ethical expectations. Hands-on labs and practical exercises embed the ability to translate cybersecurity theory into operational safeguards for FinTech growth.	14 hours
Module-13	Fintech Regulations, Supervision, And Legal Aspects	This module equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory, supervisory, and legal frameworks shaping digital finance ecosystems. It explores the challenges FinTechs pose to traditional regulation, the evolution of global and local oversight models, and the role of licensing regimes, sandboxes, and SupTech in enabling innovation while mitigating systemic risks. The module examines Pakistan’s regulatory landscape in depth, highlighting institutional overlaps and harmonization needs, while integrating Islamic legal considerations for Shari’ah-compliant digital finance. Participants will engage with real-world case studies, policy design exercises, and legal analysis to develop strategic insight into aligning innovation with compliance, consumer protection, and ethical governance.	10 hours
Module-14	Building A Fintech Venture: Strategy, Design & Growth [Master Class]	This masterclass workshop immerses participants in the end-to-end process of designing, launching, and scaling a FinTech venture with a specific focus on Shari’ah-aligned, ethical innovation. Using lean startup and human-centered design principles, the module bridges strategic thinking, technology alignment, and faith-conscious business modeling. Through applied exercises and a capstone pitch lab, participants will move from problem discovery to minimum viable solution (MVS) design, integrating user trust, ethical revenue strategies, and growth planning. The module develops a hands-on, solution-driven mindset tailored for building sustainable, inclusive, and values-driven FinTech ventures.	13 hours
Module-15	Forging The Future Of Fintech	This module develops participants’ ability to anticipate, design, and lead the next wave of FinTech innovation anchored in ethical, inclusive, and Shari’ah-aligned principles. It explores macro trends such as AI-driven finance, tokenization, decentralized infrastructure, and sustainability-linked finance, while integrating strategic foresight tools to envision resilient and equitable financial systems. Participants will learn to embed values and purpose into venture and policy design, balance innovation with systemic stability, and craft personal and institutional roadmaps for shaping the future of digital finance. The module concludes by positioning participants as future leaders capable of driving ethical transformation across global and local FinTech ecosystems.	8 hours

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Program Delivery Methodology
The program design and delivery methodology comprises

Instructor-led (On-campus & Virtual) interactive sessions

Case method approach & Hands-on exercises

Collaborative & Peer learning

Assessment & Evaluation Mechanism
The participants shall go through multiple assessments & evaluations to qualify certification such as interactive participation, quizzes, group activities and exercises.

Program Duration Timelines

SCHEME-A

Corporate Need Based Timeline
Schedule

15 modules
with a total of 173 contact hours

SCHEME-B

Working Managers
Participants

4 months , 15 weeks , 2 days on week-end
3~4 hours/day

SCHEME-C

Full Time Trainees
Participants

4 weeks , 20 days , 5 days a week
6~8 hours/day

Benefits & Learning Objectives
The Key Learning Benefits for participants and organizations include

Participants

Participants will explore diverse aspects of the financial technology landscape, including market dynamics, evolving financial product needs, regulatory compliance challenges, and gain a blend of academic, businesses & industries and practical insights throughout the program modules.

Understand the tools, emerging trends, and innovations driving the Fintech revolution and their transformative impact on the banking and payments industry.
Explore the evolution of lending, crowdfunding models, and Fintech innovations, along with the intricacies of Fintech in the investment sector and its potential influence.
Gain insights into how advancements in AI and machine learning have democratized investment and insurance by leveraging data-driven approaches.
Investigate the adoption of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency in financial services, and monetary policy, while analyzing the monetary potential of cryptocurrencies from conventional and Shari’ah perspectives for a holistic understanding of their implications
Learn about Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and their economic impacts, alongside understanding the legal, supervisory, and regulatory aspects of Fintech for compliance and addressing challenges.
Examine Shari’ah contract requirements and classifications, and showcase expertise in integrating Shari’ah principles into digital financial services for compliance and product design.
Gain insights into how regulation and the competition between established financial institutions and Fintech startups will shape the future of the financial technology industry.

Organizations

Organisations will boost its menagers’ & professionals’capacity by investing in the program, fostering innovation to compete and grow with sustainability.The organization shall take the leadership pathway to compete with:

Enhanced expertise : To equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology. This expertise can help employees make better decisions, develop innovative solutions, and stay ahead of the competition.
Develop Shari’ah perspective : To develop their understanding and insight to ensuring financial technology products and services compliance with Islamic principles, adhering to ethical investment practices. This perspective aims to provide innovative and competitive financial solutions, smart contract technology that are in line with Shari’ah law and cater to the needs of the customers.
Improved customer experience : To enhance customer service, streamline processes, and offer personalized solutions to clients. This can lead to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Increased efficiency : To leverage automation, data analytics, and other technological tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce manual errors, and optimize processes. This can result in cost savings and improved productivity
Risk management : To understand the risks associated with new technologies, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory compliance issues. This knowledge can help entities mitigate risks, safeguard sensitive information, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Innovation and competitiveness : To foster a culture of innovation within the organization. Employees who are knowledgeable about the latest trends and technologies can drive digital transformation, develop new products and services, and stay competitive in the market.
Talent retention and attraction : To boost employee morale, engagement, and loyalty. This, in turn, can help retain top talent and attract skilled professionals who are looking for growth opportunities.

Who Should Attend

The certification training program is designed for all tiers of Executives, Managers & Professionals from banking and non-banking financial sector organizations, public & private sector entities, academicians & graduate scholars from higher education institutions and professional bodies, NGOs, ministries and associated agencies dealing with regulation of financial and technological sectors across management tiers (including Management Trainee Officers, business strategists, knowledge workers, product development & operations and information & communication technology managers).

Special Features

FAST Fintech Certified Practitioner is a flagship certification program endorsed by Center of Executive Education Expert Lounge-Special Interest Group-SIG of industry & academia on Fintech and Pakistan Fintech Association.
The program incorporates a blend of real life case studies, experiential learning exercises, success stories and interactive discussions providing participants a unique and learning and sharing experience of Fintech ecosystem, its potentials and business best practices.

Enrollment Process

FAST Center of Executive Education is committed to providing a seamless and informative enrollment process to ensure potential candidates to have a successful and rewarding learning experience. Below is a detailed explanation of our enrollment process The program structure largely encompasses fintech ecosystem, disruptive technology transforming banking & financial services besides associated systems, applications and best practices for participants to develop by

Program Information and Registration
Start by reviewing the course details, including the curriculum framework, schedule, prerequisites (if any), and any other relevant information. Once you have decided to enroll, proceed to the registration page on our website or contact our enrollment team for assistance.
Payment & Confirmation
After submitting the online registration form, you will be prompted to make the course fee payment. Our payment options may include online bank transfer; demand draft/ pay order or other convenient methods.
Online Registration Form
Complete the online registration form with accurate and up-to-date information. The form may require details such as your name, contact information, qualification and job status (if any) and payment preferences. Ensure that all fields are filled out correctly to expedite the enrollment process.

Program Fee PKR 2,00,000/-
The fee includes all charges including program instructional & support materials, refreshments, tea breaks, lunch and auxiliary services costs.

Special Discount
The enrollment in form of batch of more than three participants from the same organization may be offered 15% discount for the next three nominees.

Preferred modes of payment are
 Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT)/ Bank Transfer
 Walk-in Payment at Bank by depositing challan fee

Note: Payment is due upon receipt of the confirmation communication along with the invoice. The payment should be made before the given deadline as the admission in program enrolled may only be ensured after realization by accounts department.

Telephone

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Cellular
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Email
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Postal Mail

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