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Certificate for Module (Agentic AI for Banking and Finance)
證書(單元 : 代理型人工智能於銀行及金融業的應用)

Course Code
FN186A
Application Code
2460-FN186A
Credit
6
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
To be advised
Duration
30 hours
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$9,000
Enquiries
2867 8392
2861 0278
How to Apply

Highlights

This programme aims to equip students with essential knowledge of agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its applications in banking and finance. It covers the fundamentals of agentic AI, AI agents in applications of financial services and compliance, as well as global and Hong Kong AI regulatory frameworks in banking and finance. The benefits, challenges and risks of AI will be examined through real-world case studies and live demonstrations.

Programme Details

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

  1. explain the fundamentals of agentic AI and current agentic AI tools);
  2. analyse Simple Expert Agent structuring and various AI platform integration;
  3. examine agentic AI tools to perform banking customer services, loan applications, financial analysis and equity research; and
  4. apply AI agents to deploy automation and data analysis for compliance in banking and finance.
Application Code 2460-FN186A -

Modules

Syllabus

1. Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • Current market development of agentic AI tools
  • Memory: global vs local
  • Skills, application connectors, slash commands and plugins
  • Local computer vs virtual machine
  • Web browser control and automation
  • AI agents and AI applications

 

2. Simple Expert Agent (SEAgent)

  • Custom agents
  • Cowork plugins and market place
  • Model Context Protocol
  • SEAgent structuring: skills, knowledge, scripts and connectors
  • Google Workspace integration: Gmail, Google Drive and Calendar
  • Microsoft 365 integration: Outlook, Dropbox and Office

3. Agentic AI Applications in Banking and Finance

  • Loan applications
  • Customer services
  • Equity research
  • Private banking
  • Investment banking
  • Algorithmic trading

 

4. Agentic AI Application in Financial Regulations and Compliance

  • Customer due diligence
  • Suspicious transaction reporting
  • Financial crime detection
  • Regulatory research
  • Compliance programme
  • Compliance review
 

 

Award and Assessment

A " Certificate for Module (Agentic Artificial Intelligence for Banking and Finance)" will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE to students who have satisfied the following criteria:

  • Achieve at least 70% attendance of the programme; and
  • Pass all the assessments

Type of Assessment

Description

Weighting

Group Presentation

One in-class case study presented by groups of 3 to 5 students (15 slides), applying agentic AI in financial analysis (about 15 minutes each)

50%

Written Assessment

One Individual written assignment to apply techniques of agentic AI in banking and finance (about 1,000 words)

50%

Fee

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$9,000

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall hold an Advanced Diploma, a Higher Diploma or an Associate Degree awarded by a recognised institution where the language of teaching and assessment is English. Those with a background in business, accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, science, engineering, IT or computer science would have an advantage.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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