IIM-B-GoK FinTech training for young professionals announced
The initiative forms part of the skilling and training pillar of the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Fintech, established by the Department of Electronics, IT and BT, to nurture and accelerate the State's fintech landscape, according to the State government.
According to the State government, the programme is offered at a significantly subsidised fee, ensuring that high-quality, industry-relevant fintech education is accessible to a broader demographic of aspiring professionals.
The programme will be delivered in two tiers: a six-month foundation certificate, followed by a three-month advanced certificate, available upon successful completion of the first phase. Applications will be open from 11 August to 14 September, 2025, on the IIMBx platform: http://iimbx.iimb.ac.in/fintech.
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