Center for Finance and Technology

A Hub for Finance Education and Industry Connection

With the goal of establishing Georgia Tech and the Scheller College of Business as the preeminent source of finance talent, the Center for Finance and Technology is poised to revolutionize finance education and industry engagement.

Our Objectives

As a hub for finance education and industry interaction, the Center creates opportunities for students, faculty, alumni, and companies to engage with impact.

Experiential Learning

The Center offers two tracks for participation - one open to all students and another for an application-only cohort. Through experiential learning projects with industry participation, undergraduate and graduate students will gain hands-on experience and practical skills.

Career Development

Students gain access to a comprehensive suite of projects and career workshops led by real-world industry practitioners. These opportunities expose students the financial services industry and help them prepare for successful careers.

Student Engagement

The Center supports student success activities, including hackathons, pitch challenges, competitions, career fairs, and clubs, with the goal of fostering a vibrant, engaged community.

Opportunities for Students

Through practical and rigorous extracurricular and experiential learning opportunities, the Center will serve all Georgia Tech undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in pursuing careers in the financial services industry.

Equity Research Boutique

This course allows students to conduct fundamental analysis of firms and prepare analyst reports with faculty oversight.

AI in Finance Capstone

Focusing on the application of the latest developments in AI, such as machine learning and large language models, this capstone will address relevant finance industry problems.

Immersive Wall Street Experience

Select students can participate in “Jackets on Wall Street,” a visit to top financial firms that allows students to engage with industry leaders and gain exposure to live trading floors.

Investment Management Experience

Working with faculty and the Georgia Tech Student Foundation, select students have the opportunity to participate in practical, real-world fund management.

Projects With Industry Leaders

Through partnerships with leading finance firms, students will engage in real-world projects as part of their capstone experience.

Career Workshops

Led by industry practitioners, these workshops will provide students with hands-on, real-world experience and valuable industry connections.

Advanced Financial Technologies

Students gain access to data and cutting-edge tools used in the finance industry, along with specialized trainings and workshops.

Student Success Activities

The Center will support student activities focused on the financial services industry, including hackathons, pitch challenges, competitions, career fairs, and clubs.

Mentorship and Projects

Offer and mentor experiential learning projects where students can learn by working on practical, hands-on projects. Your guidance can make a significant difference in their educational journey.

Guest Lectures and Panels

Give guest lectures, participate in panels, and conduct focused workshops. Share your knowledge and experience with the next generation of finance professionals.

Immersive Wall Street Experience

Help host “Jackets on Wall Street,” an initiative that allows select groups of students to visit financial firms in NYC. This program provides invaluable exposure to the industry and helps students build their professional networks.

Support and Advice

Offer advice and support for the curricular and extracurricular activities spearheaded by the Center. Your insights and experience are crucial to shaping a robust and relevant finance curriculum.