About this programme

This practical training is designed to equip finance, banking, and technology professionals with the knowledge and skills required to understand and navigate the rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. The training covers digital banking models, electronic payment systems, mobile money, digital wallets, payment gateways, open banking, financial technologies, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and emerging fintech trends. Through practical exercises, case studies, and real-world applications, participants will gain the expertise to support digital financial services, enhance customer experience, improve payment efficiency, and drive innovation in financial institutions.

Who Should Attend:

Banking professionals
Finance managers and officers
Fintech professionals
Digital banking managers
Payment systems specialists
Risk and compliance officers
IT and systems professionals
Business development managers

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of fintech and digital banking.
Explain the operation of electronic payment systems and digital wallets.
Evaluate emerging fintech technologies and digital financial services.
Strengthen security and regulatory compliance in digital payments.
Assess digital banking trends and innovation opportunities.
Support the implementation of modern digital payment solutions.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Fintech & Digital Banking

Evolution of financial technology
Digital banking models
Fintech ecosystem and key players
Case Study: Digital banking transformation

Module 2: Electronic Payment Systems

Payment gateways and payment processing
Mobile money and digital wallets
Real-time payments and QR payments
Practical: Mapping digital payment workflows

Module 3: Open Banking & Emerging Financial Technologies

Open banking concepts
APIs and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS)
Embedded finance and digital innovation
Practical: Evaluating fintech solutions

Module 4: Cybersecurity, Risk & Regulatory Compliance

Payment security and fraud prevention
Data privacy and cybersecurity
Regulatory frameworks and compliance
Case Study: Managing digital payment risks

Module 5: Digital Banking Strategy & Future Trends

Digital customer experience
AI, blockchain, and fintech innovation
Digital banking transformation roadmap
Practical: Developing a digital banking strategy

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

Enhanced understanding of fintech, digital banking, and e-payment systems.
Improved skills in digital financial services, payment technologies, and compliance.
Strengthened ability to support digital transformation in financial institutions.

Organizational Impact

Improved digital payment efficiency and customer experience.
Enhanced innovation in banking and financial services.
Stronger cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.
Increased competitiveness through digital financial solutions.

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
NakuruNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kigali	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Accra	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dakar	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book