Chartered Fintech Professional (CFtP) Level 1B Training Module 4: Computer Network and Network Security
- Analytics & Tech
- Finance & Investment
This module is conducted in-person.
2 days
Weekday and Saturday (9am - 5pm)
Who Should Attend
- Young graduates or early-career professionals who are exploring a new career in Fintech and would like to undergo a structured and rigorous industry-relevant programme
- Professionals who are already working at the intersection of finance and technology and who wish to keep abreast with latest fintech knowledge, applications, and trends
- Finance or Tech professionals who are currently leading teams in related industries and would like to plug their knowledge gaps in finance and/ or technology
- Industry regulators from central monetary authorities, law enforcers of financial crime etc., who are seeking a systemic perspective on the disruptions to financial services and monetary system
PREREQUISITES
- No prerequisites, but participants are strongly encouraged to go through the assigned pre-reading materials and videos, especially if one does not have any prior learning or working knowledge in the subject matter of this Module
- If the participant intends to register for the Chartered Fintech Professional examination following the completion of this training course, do note that an undergraduate degree from a recognised university or equivalent professional qualification is a compulsory enrolment requirement
Overview
Module 4 provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of network architecture. It covers topics from the hardware and software that make up a network to the theoretical basis of data transmission. It also includes an introduction to the design principles of network layers and protocols that govern how data is exchanged. The last part of this module discusses network and website security threats, challenges, and solutions.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 2-day module, participants will be able to:
- Learn about network hardware, software and two important models for network architectures
- Gain an understanding of the theoretical basis of data transmission, transmission media, digital modulation, communication protocol, and communication systems
- Understand the challenges and solutions of network protocols
- Gain insights into the threats and targets of network security
- Learn about several effective ways to handle the threats and achieve the targets
- Learn about several technologies to keep websites secure
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by Singapore Management University.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
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Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
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International Participant |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees will be able to enjoy ETSS funding only if the company's SME's status has been approved. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
This module is conducted in-person.
| Course | Dates |
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| INTAKE | [To Be Confirmed] |
*Online registration will close 5 calendar days before the course start date
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