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Certificate in Cybersecurity and FinTech

The Certificate in Cybersecurity and FinTech at Wilmington University is designed to equip students with the specialized skills needed to excel in today’s rapidly evolving financial services sector. As financial technology continues to transform the industry, there is an increasing demand for professionals who understand both innovative FinTech solutions and the critical importance of cyber defense. This program builds on a strong foundation in FinTech, providing hands-on, application-driven cybersecurity education that prepares students to address emerging risks and opportunities in global finance. Earning this certificate gives students a distinct advantage in banking, investment, technology, and risk management roles by combining leading-edge theory with practical skill development in this rapidly growing global phenomenon.

18 Credits

Choose one of the following two courses:

SEC 205 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

OR

SEC 210 Principles and Practice of Information Security

Choose one of the following two courses:

BAC 330 Financial Fraud Examination

OR

BAC 435 Accounting Information Systems (AIS)

Choose one of the following two courses:

SEC 290 Introduction to Programming with Python

OR

CSC 419 Python for Data Science

Choose one of the following two courses:

FIN 300 Applied Concepts in Accounting and Finance

OR

FIN 305 Financial Management

Cybersecurity and FinTech Required Classes

FIN 320 FinTech Fundamentals

CSC 345 Database Foundations

 

This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 202 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.