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    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Day, Residential
    • Destination: Japan
    • Provided By: Independent Provider
    • Session Start: July
    • Session Length: One Week, Two Weeks
    • Entering Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: Academic
    • Sub-Categories: Finance, Career Exploration
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 15, 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: $1,500 - $2,999
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Call: (800) 767-0227
    • Location:Japan
    • Last Updated:November 2025
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    Overview

    Developed in collaboration with the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF), this immersive summer experience in Tokyo is an outstanding opportunity for ambitious high school students to pursue their passion and gain practical insights into the ways that emerging technologies are transforming global finance.

    Dynamic sessions led by NYIF experts will cover topics from digital assets to AI-driven investments, while collaborative innovation labs and a competitive Fintech Pitch Challenge helps students develop both the insight and confidence to become the next generation of financial innovators. Beyond the classroom, students will visit major financial institutions and other industry sites for a behind-the-scenes look at how they shape the global economy. Beyond the classroom, students will experience the dynamic culture of Tokyo while visiting iconic sights including the Shibuya Crossing, Asakusa Temple, and TeamLab’s digital art exhibit, experiencing the energy and creativity that define Japan’s capital.

    Curriculum Topics

    • The evolution and global impact of Fintech.
    • Blockchain fundamentals, cryptocurrencies, and tokenization.
    • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and digital asset ecosystems.
    • Artificial Intelligence in banking, investing, and risk management.
    • Ethics, regulation, and responsible AI use.
    • Innovation and entrepreneurship in fintech startups.
    • Digital wallets and embedded finance.
    • Rise of super apps and open banking platforms across Asia.
    • Fintech Innovation across Asia's Markets.
    • Cybersecurity in digital finance.
    • Sustainable finance and green fintech.
    • Behavioral economics and digital consumer engagement.
    • Career pathways in fintech, venture capital, and regulatory technology.