Digital Transformation in Financial Services

Copenhagen Business School (CBS) stands as one of Europe's premier business schools, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, research-driven education, and strong ties to the business community. At CBS, a diverse array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs is offered, covering fields such as business administration, economics, finance, and management. The curriculum is characterized by a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing students for the complexities of the global business landscape. Emphasizing innovation and critical thinking, CBS fosters an environment where students are encouraged to challenge conventions and contribute meaningfully to the evolution of business practices. The school's strong connections with industry leaders, coupled with a commitment to cutting-edge research, ensure that graduates are equipped with the skills and insights needed to excel in their careers and make significant contributions to the business world.

This Specialization is intended for learners that have or wants to have a career in the digital financial industries.\n\nThe Specialization explores the evolving world of finance, focusing on the changing dynamics caused by the conversion of products and services into digital goods, new customer demands and changing regulation to govern the competetive landscape - the digital transformation of finance.\n\nYou’ll learn about concepts such as digital platforms and business ecosystems, be exposed to the emerging Fintech landscape and master a new toolbox for successfully competing on innovation in the digital era of finance. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll create and defend a holistic digital transformation strategy for a real world company.\n\nThroughout the course, the instructors will use state of art examples and share their own research from the European and North American finance industries, as well as expose practices from leading digital financial services and companies, such as MobilePay, Saxo Bank and PayPal.\n\nThe main focus in the course is on the financial sector (in particular in North America and Europe), but the course also include material of relevance for the financial trading and insurance sectors and inspiration from Africa.