UEH INSTITUTE OF INNOVATION
FINTECH
The Financial Technology program trains students to become administrators and managers who understand and apply emerging technologies (AI, Big Data, Blockchain, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, VR/AR) within the finance sector. They learn to provide technological solutions that impact various sectors of the financial market, as well as create financial platforms and products using advanced technology. Furthermore, the program collaborates with enterprises and foreign universities to support students in implementing real-world FinTech projects at financial institutions, businesses, startups, and tech incubators. This hands-on approach helps students learn, practice, and experience a professional FinTech working environment.
Upon graduation, students can work at banks, finance companies, insurance firms, financial investment funds, venture capital funds, securities companies, and multinational corporations focused on developing and providing applied technology solutions; public/private science and technology transfer units; and FinTech startups.
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Admission quick facts (2026)
7340205
70 students
Admission methods: Direct admission according to MOET regulations and integrated admission according to UEH 2026 admissions guidance.
Subject combinations: Math, Physics, Chemistry; Math, Physics, Foreign Language; Math, Literature, Foreign Language; Math, Chemistry, Foreign Language; Math, History, Foreign Language.
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Eligible applicants / Target learners:
High-school graduates.
FinTech Curriculum
| Semester | Course type | Course (English translation) | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Semester 1 (20 credits) |
Compulsory | Marxism–Leninist Philosophy | 3 |
| Compulsory | Ho Chi Minh’s Ideology | 2 | |
| Compulsory | General English | 4 | |
| Compulsory | Entrepreneurship | 1 | |
| Compulsory | Soft Skills | 2 | |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Psychology | 2 | |
| Compulsory | Applied Mathematics | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Microeconomics | 3 | |
|
Semester 2 (20 credits) |
Compulsory | Marxist–Leninist Political Economy | 2 |
| Compulsory | History of the Communist Party of Vietnam | 2 | |
| Compulsory | English for Technology, Media & Design – HP1 | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Sustainable Development | 2 | |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 2 | |
| Compulsory | Applied Statistics | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Macroeconomics | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Introductory Programming | 3 | |
|
Semester 3 (22 credits) |
Compulsory | Scientific Socialism | 2 |
| Compulsory | English for Technology, Media & Design – HP2 | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Design Thinking | 2 | |
| Compulsory | Principles of Accounting | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Research Methods | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Introduction to Machine Learning | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Data Structures & Algorithms | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Financial Theory | 3 | |
|
Semester 4 (21 credits) |
Compulsory | Application Programming | 3 |
| Compulsory | Applied Natural Language Processing | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Blockchain & Crypto Assets | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Corporate Finance | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Financial Econometrics | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Financial Investments | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Innovation Management | 3 | |
|
Semester 5 (15 credits) |
Compulsory | Technology & Cybersecurity Law | 3 |
| Compulsory | AI in Finance & Banking | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Automation in Financial Technology | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Governance, Responsibility & Ethics in Finance | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Financial Technology | 3 | |
|
Semester 6 (17 credits) |
Compulsory | Information Security | 3 |
| Compulsory | International Finance | 3 | |
| Compulsory | Capstone Project | 2 | |
| Elective | Culture of Innovation | 3 | |
| Elective | Innovation Marketing Strategy | 3 | |
| Elective | Leadership in the Digital Age | 3 | |
| Elective | New Venture Projects | 3 | |
| Elective | Data Visualization | 3 | |
| Elective | Advanced Data Science | 3 | |
| Elective | Digital Transformation in Business | 3 | |
| Elective | Data Mining | 3 | |
| Elective | Product Management & New Product Development | 3 | |
| Elective | Mobile Application Development | 3 | |
| Elective | Portfolio Management | 3 | |
| Elective | Financial Markets & Institutions | 3 | |
| Elective | Financial Risk Management | 3 | |
| Elective | Derivatives | 3 | |
| Elective | Entrepreneurial Finance | 3 | |
|
Semester 7 (10 credits) |
Compulsory | Internship & Graduation – FE | 10 |
Program learning outcomes (PLOs)
Knowledge
- PLO1.1: Understand the basics of mathematics, informatics, data science, the national political, social, and legal contexts, and sustainable development, thereby developing products in the technology and finance sectors, and solving problems arising in financial technology.
- PLO1.2: Apply knowledge of technology, finance, business, and innovation to solve comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary problems to address issues in financial technology.
- PLO1.3: Apply a solid theoretical and applied foundation in the field of financial technology.
Skills
- PLO2.1: Demonstrate leadership qualities, collaboration, and effective teamwork abilities to manage and inspire diverse teams within a multidisciplinary and multicultural financial technology work environment.
- PLO2.2: Demonstrate critical thinking, active constructive criticism, and develop effective solutions for financial technology problems.
- PLO2.3: Analyze data, explain results, and solve basic financial technology problems using quantitative and qualitative methods based on tools such as digital technologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Blockchain, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR).
- PLO2.4: Understand the global environment, including politics, economics, culture, technology, international markets, and multicultural communication, to integrate and contribute to sustainability.
- PLO2.5: Communicate (use, discuss, interpret) financial technology expertise in a foreign language at an intermediate level or higher.
Autonomy and Responsibility
- PLO3.1: Identify the importance of ethical behavior and professional and social responsibility in financial technology practices.
- PLO3.2: Prioritize environmental and social aspects during the financial technology problem-solving process.
- PLO3.3: Develop continuous self-improvement awareness and actions directed toward the community, social responsibility, and sustainability.
In addition to the above learning outcomes, graduates must achieve the following graduation requirements:
- Have foreign language proficiency level 3/6 under Vietnam’s foreign language proficiency framework.
- Obtain an Informatics Certificate according to Decision No. 2322/QD-ĐHKT-ĐBCLPTCT dated July 08, 2024.
- Obtain a Physical Education Certificate.
- Obtain a National Defense Education Certificate.
Career opportunities
Career Roles & Opportunities
Upon completing the training program, graduates are fully capable of taking on the following professional roles and advancing their career paths:
- Product Manager in Digital Banking / Business Analyst (Fintech / Insurtech sectors)
- Lead Product Manager / Senior Business Analyst
- Senior Manager of Technology Transformation (Financial Services) / Head of Financial Risk Control – Digital Transformation
- Director – Financial Services and Business Transformation / Senior Consultant / Technology Consulting (Change Management)
- Account Manager (Fintech – Cryptocurrency – Blockchain)
