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Deloitte India and Zell Education join forces to advance FinTech and Applied Finance education in India

Deloitte India, Zell Education and leading Indian universities have teamed up to launch an initiative to improve how FinTech and Applied Finance are taught at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

This initiative blends a student-centric and flexible learning experience with Deloitte India’s industry expertise, bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world challenges.

The initiative aims to prepare India’s future finance leaders for the fast-changing world of FinTech and Applied Finance. While Zell Education and participating universities will build the academic foundation, Deloitte India will bring practical insights and exposure to emerging trends shaping the finance sector.

Leaders speak
Anthony Crasto, President - Assurance, Deloitte South Asia

India’s young leaders have the potential to propel the nation towards becoming an economic superpower. Technology is both a disruptor and an enabler, transforming industries and improving lives. In particular, FinTech has emerged as a driving force, setting benchmarks.

Jenul Sanghani, Partner, Deloitte India

This initiative aligns academic learning with industry expectations, empowering students with hands-on experience and forward-looking knowledge. It prepares them to play a key role in shaping the future of FinTech and Applied Finance and contributing meaningfully to its next wave of transformation.

Explore the course highlights

Selected specialised undergraduate and postgraduate courses in FinTech and Applied Finance

Topics or modules

For details on specific topics or modules, please contact the respective universities

Who should enrol

Undergraduate and postgraduate aspirants with an interest in:

Finance and technology

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Data-driven decision-making

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Emerging financial innovations

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Strategic problem-solving

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Key highlights

Fintech skills

Learn core finance along with FinTech skills

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Selected sessions with Deloitte India

Selected sessions with Deloitte India on real-world financial practices

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Virtual Project

Virtual project based on case studies designed by Deloitte India

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Certificate of Participation

Certificate of participation issued by the university upon the successful fulfilment of participation criteria

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Participating universities

  • Chitkara University, Chandigarh
  • CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
  • JECRC University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
  • Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad, Haryana
  • Rathinam College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
  • Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Disclaimer

Deloitte India is the knowledge partner for the agreed course(s). Deloitte India’s involvement in such courses should not, in any manner, either directly or indirectly, be construed as an endorsement or a placement or employment agency or a partner. Deloitte India does not guarantee/provide any commitment to the university and/or to the participants of any internship and/or employment opportunities with or within Deloitte India.

FAQs

It is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate students, particularly those interested in finance, technology or emerging areas, such as FinTech and digital banking.

It combines academic expertise from leading universities and Zell Education with Deloitte India’s real-world industry knowledge, offering both theoretical and practical learning.

No, the university and Zell Education faculty will run the core curriculum. Deloitte India will lead selected sessions and case-based projects.

The sessions will be delivered either online or offline, depending on the agreed arrangements with the respective University.

Yes, Deloitte India has curated a case study-based virtual project that simulates real-world scenarios.

Yes, the university will issue a “Certificate of Participation” after you complete the course and fulfil the university’s participation criteria.

No. Deloitte India is a knowledge partner. This is not a placement or employment-linked course.

The respective participating universities will provide enrolment details. For more information, please contact your university administration or Zell Education.

Here’s the link to the query form - https://go.inanalytics.deloitte.com/Submit-your-query.html

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Anthony Crasto

Anthony Crasto

President, Assurance, Deloitte South Asia
Jenul Sanghani

Jenul Sanghani

Partner, Deloitte India

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