The study examines the role of Fintech in Singapore’s financial services sector, focusing on its impact on businesses and consumers. Fintech has emerged as a disruptive force, revolutionizing the delivery and management of financial services. However, limited research exists on Fintech’s role in Singapore, highlighting the need for this investigation. Employing a mixed-method research methodology with a concurrent triangulation design, the study utilizes a case study and correlational approach for qualitative and quantitative analysis. The findings reveal significant areas of transformation facilitated by Fintech, including process automation, new product creation, increased competition, and improved accessibility of…
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Unicaf University is committed to support the Malawi 2063 agenda. On April 13th at the Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe Unicaf University organised, in collaboration with the National Planning Commission, an open lecture and panel discussion on “Accessing private financing for SMEs: its role in enhancing economic growth towards Malawi 2063.” The lecture was presented by a well-known, prominent speaker: Mizinga Melu, Chair of the Bankers Association of Zambia and Chief Executive Officer of ABSA Bank Zambia PLC, with the Minister of Trade and Industry, Hon Simplex Chithyola Banda MP, the…
Having the perfect CV that ticks all the boxes in a job description might be a hit point for getting a job but, keep in mind that there are hiring managers out there who aim to meet the person behind that CV or cover letter. The same people often hire employees simply for their personality instead of their skills. This is happening because skills can be taught, whereas kindness, patience, positivity, insightfulness and willingness are traits we have either developed from a young age or innate characteristics. In the corporate finance world – where everything revolves around important financial…
Social Media Is Here To Stay Let’s admit it, we all use social media. Some use it 24/7, others simply to fill their spare time, stay connected with friends, research new products before purchase or simply for work purposes. Since social media is basically everywhere – we have to argue that social media is here to stay. Currently, there are more than 3.5 billion social media users worldwide; nevertheless, some sectors hesitate to join the world of digitalisation. This applies to the banking and finance sector, where the use of social media can be a challenge. The Unmentioned…
The Transformation of the MBA in Finance The MBA is the “king” of all Master’s degrees but many speculated that its popularity would incline as the interest shifted towards more tech degrees. Nevertheless, the rapid growth of digital finance, investment, and cryptocurrency has transformed the previously rigid MBA degrees. For this reason, universities and business schools updated their curriculum to embrace the new digital era. Digital finance provides several advantages for developing economies as it increases investments between providers and individuals (Ozili, 2018). Nowadays, financial inclusion has significantly accelerated the speed of product and service delivery in businesses (Shofawati 2019).
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the…
Programme Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this programme, students should be able to: 1. Manage issues related to an organizational environment and apply conceptual principles, methods and tools to solve financial problems. 2. Identify the increasing complex nature of local and global economy and its impact on finance. 3. Recommend streamlined financial and business processes and procedures to meet challenges and excel under intense competition. 4. Apply the standard analytic tools of applied financial analysis. 5. Analyze, evaluate, interpret and present materials in the areas of finance. 6. Identify the underlying ideas of…
Programmes Aims and Objectives Introduction During this course, students study basic principles of accounting procedures and concepts. They gain important skills regarding the daily procedures of an accounting department and its management, as well as the ability and confidence to function successfully in key positions within organizations. Rationale The course provides all the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in the fields of Accounting and Finance, and has been approved by the ACCA for 9 exemptions from the ACCA professional qualification title of Chartered Certified Accountant. Graduates can also find employment and advance up to executive…
Programmes Aims and Objectives Introduction During this course, students will be able to study basic principles of accounting procedures and concepts. They will gain important skills regarding the daily procedures of an accounting department and its management as well as be able to function successfully in key positions within organizations. Rationale The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions. Aims of the Programme 1. Gain expertise in Accounting and associatedfields. 2. Provide students with…
Programme Aims and Objectives Introduction During this course, students will be able to study basic principles of business and financial processes and concepts. They will gain profound knowledge of management and administration procedures in order to successfully function in managerial positions as well as in banking organizations. Rationale The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions. Aims of the Programme The aims of the programme are the following: 1) Develop the…