BBA FinTech under the School of Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) is a new Program offered by Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Kiwale, Pune that ventures into the challenging arena of Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance subjects with a special focus on the element of Technology that is being fast adopted in this sector. FinTech has literally changed our lives and habits by making it easy to trade, bank, and exchange money without the need for physical human interaction. The up-scaling of tasks and activities in the financial sector and growth of Technology due to automation and digitization in this field has given rise to the need for selective and trained personnel who will qualify to meet the industry demand through a formal education that grooms the individual to be resourceful from day one.

In 2019, the FinTech market in India was valued at over INR 1,920 billion and is projected to cross INR 6,207 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 22.7%, hence, FinTech is the new opportunity for students to explore an exciting career in Finance based organizations, by developing the skills in technologies like Blockchain, Chatbots, AI, Robo-advisors, Neobanks IoT, Big Data, API, Cloud Computing and RPA. This program will set the students at a higher pedestal and make it suitable for them to be absorbed by leading financial institutions which are transforming and making headway in their business activities.

The new era of Baking, Financial Services, and Insurance stands high on technological evolution and will shock the change-over that will be made by every organization. The Financial Environment will require great standards of accuracy, speed, analytics, options, and solutions that will craft the way forward for effective decisions and performance. The trend is changing into modification and adaptation of Technology in the field of Finance and this has given rise to the formal education in FinTech, which will groom and provide the talent and the personnel required to answer provide solutions to financial problems and challenges.

At Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, the students will be provided the best learning experience through Skill and Practical training as well as Internship programs, which will set them steps ahead of their competitors and be the first preference in any organization of repute.

We welcome the young, focused, and motivated students to take up this course to build their career with the best intelligence of Finance +Technology.

BBA FinTech is a 3 years full-time Degree Program that covers subjects of Finance and Technology that are blended to meet the industry requirement driven by innovative technologies such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, the Internet of Things, and Mobile Computing. This program skills the students to understand, analyze, and effectively leverage the emerging financial innovations and become a part of the new FinTech revolution.

Semester Courses
Semester I Introduction to Fintech and Fintech Platforms
Financial Accounting and Analysis
Business Economics
Foundation Course in Mathematics
Indian Financial System
Indian Knowledge System
Open Elective
Semester II Data Analytics
Digital Banking
E-Commerce
Financial Management
Python for Finance
Mini Project I
Career Development Skills
Open Elective
Semester III Applied Statistics in BFSI
Risk Management in BFSI
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
Principles of Management
Business Law
Constitution of India
Open Elective
Semester IV Insurance Management
Financial Markets and Products
Financial Modelling
Cyber Security in BFSI
Design Thinking
Mini Project II
Career Progression Skills
Open Elective
Semester V Investment Management in BFSI
International Finance
Direct & Indirect Taxation
Entrepreneurship & Startup Ecosystem
Web Technologies and Mobile Apps
Sandboxes for Fintech
Open Elective
Semester VI Environmental Studies and Sustainability
Open Elective
Capstone Project

 Eligibility Criteria for Indian Nationals

  1. Passed 10+2 examination or equivalent course in any discipline (Arts, Science, and Commerce) from any recognized Board / Council / University with a minimum of 50% marks for the General (Open) Category and (at least 45% marks, in case of reserved categories, EWS & PWD Students belonging to Maharashtra state only).
  2. Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the selection process as set by SSPU.

Selected Students will be granted for provisional admission.

  1. The final Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of marks obtained by the students at 12th standard and personal interview conducted by the SSPU.

 Eligibility Criteria for NRI / International Students

  1. A candidate who has passed 10+2 examination or equivalent course in any discipline (Arts, Science, and Commerce) from any recognized Board/ Council/ University with minimum 50% marks and must obtain an equivalent certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
  2. All foreign qualification needs to be verified by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) by the candidates (The application format is available on link: https://www.aiu.ac.in/documents/index/downloads/evaluation%20form.pdf  before seeking provisional admission.
  3. Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the selection process as set by SSPU. Selected Students will be granted for provisional admission.
  4. The final Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of their performance in the selection process as set by SSPU.
Sr No Name of the Faculty Publication Title Name of the Journal Date /Year
1 Dr.Tejaswini Shevate Is the New Tax Regime Accepted Well in India? A Salaried Individual’s Perspective VISION: Journal of Indian Taxation 2023
2 Predictive Analytics in Fintech: Improving Investment Strategies with Machine Learning European Economic Letters 2024
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4 A Study of Implications of Motivation Theories on Employee Retention International Journal of Science and Engineering Development Research 2022
5 The Acceptance of Self-Learning-Based Model among Online and Distance Learning Pupil: A Qualitative Study Symbiosis International Research Journal on Online & Distance Learning (SIRJODL) 2022
6 Consumer Perception towards Online Buying of Electronic Goods Online International Interdisciplinary Research Journal 2018
1 Prof. Mallikarjun K Chougala E Book: Digital Banking: Transformation, Innovation and regulation in the Financial world – A comprehensive Guide to Modern Financial Service International  Publication : Amazon Kindle 2025
2 The Role of Digital Marketing in Driving customer acquisition and Brand Trust in Fintech Services Scopus : Journal of computational Analysis and Applications 2024
3 Scopus: Sentiment Analysis; An Analytical Study of Machine Learning Algorithms for Binary Classification. Scopus: International  Journal of Innovation Studies 2024
4 Entrepreneurship in the Fintech sector in India:  Catalysts Challenges and Opportunities. International Conference Emerging innovations and Trends in Global Supply Chins 2025
5 The Role of Fintech in Reshaping Global Financial Governance MBAA International Conference – Chicago USA 2024. AIBRP – Association of International Business Research and Practice 2025

Hatim Baquari

Bachelor of Business Administration in Fintech

Year 2021-2024

Throughout my academic journey, I was consistently challenged and supported by a rigorous curriculum, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant academic community. The university’s commitment to excellence not only deepened my knowledge in my field of study but also instilled in me critical thinking skills, professional discipline, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Dr. Smita Pachare

Office: Management block 1st floor M108.
Educational Details:
  • Ph.D in Digital Finance, Master’s in Business Administration (Finance)Master’s in Commerce (Statistics)
Work Experience:
  • 17 years (Industry and Academics)
Research Areas:
  • Digital Payment instruments
  • Data analytics and Statistics
  • Woman Health and Nutrition,
  • Derivative and financial markets

Dr Monika Gorkhe

Office: Management Block, Ground Floor, Room no. M109.
Educational Details:
    • Ph.D (Financial Management)
    • MBA (International Business Management)
    • MBA (Financial Management)
    • Diploma in Taxation Laws (DTL)
    • Government Diploma  Cooperation Accountancy
    • B.Com
Work Experience:
  • 14 years 
Research Areas:
  • Finance
  • FinTech
  • Taxation
  • InsureTech & Blockchain
  • MSME

Mallikarjun K Chougala

Office: Management Block, Ground Floor, Room no. M109.
Educational Details:
    • Phd in Finance ( Pursuing)
    • MBA in Finance
    • Bachelor of Commerce.
    • CAIIB JAIIB NCFM NISM
Work Experience:
  • 23 years 
Research Areas:
  • Digital Banking
  • Fintech in the BFSI sector.

Smart India Hackathon – SIH 2024

Date- Sept 05, 2024

Description: The event on Internal ” Smart India Hackathon-2024” was held to shortlist the groups to 25  from 61, later on it increased to 50 Groups, which will represent SSPU at Smart India Hackathon Competition, which will be held in October 2024 at the National Level. The session began with introduction the Honourable Vice Chancellor, Dr.Rajesh Ingale, followed by a felicitation ceremony conducted by  Dr. Vikas Kadam, in charge of SIH 2024 from SSPU.

Industrial visit to

Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) Mumbai on

Date and Day – November, 18th  2024 Monday

 

Activity Name: Industrial visit Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) Mumbai

 

Description: On November 18th, 2024, the BBA Fintech students embarked on an industrial visit to the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) to gain practical insights into the functioning of commodity markets and their integration with financial technology. The session was conducted by Mr. Ashutosh Vashisth, AVP of Training and Education at Multi-Commodity Exchange, Mumbai. The visit aimed to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, providing students with a deeper understanding of financial markets and the role of technology in enhancing their efficiency. The primary objectives of the visit included understanding the structure and functioning of commodity exchanges, exploring their operations and working mechanisms, and examining the applications of Fintech in trading and risk management.

Industrial visit to

Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) Mumbai on

Date and Day – November, 18th  2024 Monday

 

Activity Name: Industrial visit Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) Mumbai

 

Description: On November 18th, 2024, the BBA Fintech students embarked on an industrial visit to the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) to gain practical insights into the functioning of commodity markets and their integration with financial technology. The session was conducted by Mr. Ashutosh Vashisth, AVP of Training and Education at Multi-Commodity Exchange, Mumbai. The visit aimed to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, providing students with a deeper understanding of financial markets and the role of technology in enhancing their efficiency. The primary objectives of the visit included understanding the structure and functioning of commodity exchanges, exploring their operations and working mechanisms, and examining the applications of Fintech in trading and risk management.