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Fintech, Digital Payments and Financial Transformation in LATAM

Learn FinTech in one of the world's most innovative and challenging markets

Presentation

Digital transformation is redefining the financial system in Latin America. In this intensive course, students will explore how fintech, digital payments, digital wallets, open finance, and digital banking are driving new business models and boosting financial inclusion in the region. 

 

Through the analysis of real cases, collaborative work and a visit to a company in the sector, participants will understand the main challenges and opportunities of the Latin American fintech ecosystem, to finally design and present an innovative solution to a specific financial problem. 

Why the Universidad Austral?

Pilar Campus
This report analyzes the financial transformation from within one of the region's most dynamic fintech ecosystems. Companies like Mercado Pago, Nubank, and Ualá have driven innovative solutions to address challenges such as financial inclusion, inflation, digital payments, and access to banking services.

Why this course?

  • It analyzes one of the fastest growing industries in Latin America.
  • It combines academic content with practical experiences and direct contact with companies in the sector.
  • Develop skills in innovation, problem-solving, teamwork, and project presentation. 

Content

  • Fintech ecosystem in Latin America.  
  • Digital payments, virtual wallets and new payment methods.  
  • Open Finance and digital banking.  
  • Credit, alternative scoring and financial inclusion.  
  • Fintech business models.  
  • Financial regulation and innovation.  
  • Success stories in the region. 

Extra information

  • Dynamic and interactive classes.  
  • Analysis of real cases.  
  • Collaborative teamwork.  
  • Designing a fintech solution.  
  • Visit to a leading company in the sector.  
  • Final presentation (Pitch). 

During the week, the teams will develop a fintech solution to address a real-world financial challenge in the region, integrating technological, commercial, and regulatory aspects. The program culminates with the presentation of the project to a jury.

Students will visit a leading company in the digital financial ecosystem (fintech, digital bank or payment company), where they will learn firsthand about its business model, regulatory challenges and growth strategies in Latin America. 

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Pilar Headquarters
Campus Universidad Austral
Approximately 40 minutes from the Capital, with different transport options and easy access from Buenos Aires and nearby towns.

Contact

Patricia Garcia Albaladejo

Patricia Garcia Albaladejo

International Programs
Faculty of Business

Internacionalesfce@austral.edu.ar

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