1. Program Introduction

Q: What is the Master’s Program in Financial Technology (FinTech)?

A: With the rise of digital banking, FinTech has become a major trend in modern financial services. From mobile payments on smartphones to blockchain technologies—such as various “Pay” services and Bitcoin—many traditional banking services must transform and adopt digital solutions to provide more efficient and precise financial services. However, there is still a significant shortage of FinTech talent in Taiwan. Many traditional financial institutions focus mainly on finance and only have a limited understanding of how to apply new technologies. Enterprises are often unsure how these emerging technologies can create value for the financial sector, while users feel that many existing services are outdated and inflexible. Bridging this gap requires a new kind of talent who combines knowledge from both finance and information technology. To meet this industry demand, National Chung Cheng University established the Master’s Program in Financial Technology (FinTech), a new degree program designed to cultivate students who possess both financial expertise and information technology skills.

Q: Is the coursework very heavy or difficult?

A: The program requires a total of 42 credits for graduation. Among these, 12 credits are required courses, and the remaining 30 credits are electives. Elective courses are highly diversified, so you will not have trouble finding courses that match your interests. Electives are offered in several areas, including FinTech, Finance, Information Management, and Research Methods. Each area provides many course options, and students are free to decide whether they want to focus on a particular field or pursue broader training.

2. Motivation for Applying

Q: What kind of students are suitable for the FinTech Master’s Program?

A: People often associate finance with departments such as Finance, and information technology with Information Management or Computer Science. However, the program is not limited to students from these backgrounds. Anyone who is interested in FinTech and has ideas in this area is welcome to apply. Students with a finance background who wish to broaden their skills across disciplines will find plenty of information technology–related courses to choose from. Likewise, students from Information Management or Computer Science who are interested in finance but unfamiliar with it can take a range of finance-related courses. Ultimately, the most important factors are your interest, curiosity, and passion for this field.

Q: Why choose CCU’s Master’s Program in Financial Technology (FinTech)?

A: The College of Management at National Chung Cheng University is among the few institutions in Taiwan accredited by AACSB, a leading international business education accreditation association. CCU enjoys a strong reputation in both academia and industry and is supported by an excellent faculty in both finance and information technology. This program itself is relatively new, and very few universities currently offer a similar FinTech degree. The faculty members of the program are also relatively young and approachable, making it easy for students to build close connections with them. The course content is up-to-date and dynamic, and the program offers dedicated classrooms and research spaces. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge in finance or information technology, the program provides great flexibility—something you would not get by choosing only a traditional finance or information management graduate program.

3. Career Prospects

Q: After studying in CCU’s FinTech Master’s Program, what kind of professional will I become?

A: There is a wide variety of positions in the financial industry, ranging from wealth management and investment advisory services to risk management and insurance. However, current employment trends show that demand for traditional finance-only positions is not growing significantly, while demand for technology-oriented roles in finance is increasing noticeably. This is true not only for newly emerging digital banks and online-only banks, but also for many traditional financial institutions that are actively recruiting professionals with IT skills or related backgrounds. Areas such as robo-advisory services and intelligent investment advisory systems urgently need professionals to develop and refine these solutions. Development work cannot rely solely on technical skills from Information Management or Computer Science; without an understanding of financial processes and principles, it is impossible to complete such projects effectively. If you browse job postings, you will find that many banks and securities firms now highlight FinTech talent as a recruitment priority, and some positions are offered via early recruitment or research assistant programs with opportunities for conversion to full-time roles.

4. Admission

Q: How can I be admitted to CCU’s Master’s Program in Financial Technology (FinTech)?

A: There are two admission routes: admission by screening and admission by examination. Details are as follows:

(1) Admission by Screening (Recommendation)

Quota: 9 general students and 1 in-service student.

Evaluation: Document review (50%) and oral interview (50%).

Application period: Please refer to the official admission information website.

(2) Admission by Examination

Quota: 6 general students.

Evaluation: Document review (50%) and oral interview (50%).

Application period: Please refer to the official admission information website.

Document Review: Applicants should prepare their previous academic transcripts and a personal statement. The purpose is not to check whether you have already taken similar courses, but rather to understand your attitude toward learning and your academic performance.

Oral Interview: You will not be asked overly technical or deliberately difficult questions during the interview. The committee does not intend to make things hard for motivated applicants. Instead, the focus is on understanding your interests, motivations, and your preliminary ideas about future research topics or career plans through conversation.