IT80561: Financial Systems and Digital Payments

This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of payment systems and digital currencies, including their underlying technologies, regulatory environment, and implications for financial institutions, businesses, and consumers. Students will explore different types of payment systems, including traditional systems such as cash and checks, as well as digital payment systems such as credit cards, mobile payments, and cryptocurrencies. Students will also examine the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern payment systems, as well as the risks and challenges associated with digital currencies.