AI & RegTech in Financial Compliance Microcredential: Online distance learning
Duration: 6 weeks
Credits: 10 Academic Credits (PG)
Delivery: All course content is delivered on Moodle, our virtual learning platform. You will converse with the tutors and fellow students in online forums.
Timetable: Fully online and flexible, with no scheduled classes to attend.
Funding: £599 per place (See Fees & Funding section below)
College: College of Social Sciences
School: School of Law
Course start date: February 2026
This course provides a practical approach to understanding and applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Regulatory Technology (RegTech) in financial compliance and risk management. It introduces the fundamentals of AI capabilities, the evolution of RegTech, and the regulatory and governance frameworks that shape compliance across banking, FinTechs, and the wider financial ecosystem.
Why this course
A key feature of this course is the integration of regulatory and governance requirements with applied solution design. Learners will connect conceptual and technical foundations of AI with governance mechanisms and emerging regulations while engaging in interactive activities, critical evaluation of AI/GenAI, and an integrative Capstone project focused on designing AI-enabled compliance solutions.
The course supports professional education by enabling participants to:
- Evaluate how AI capabilities can be used in compliance contexts.
- Identify risks and governance requirements.
- Design responsible and future-ready solutions for their organisations and careers.
The AI & RegTech in Financial Compliance course is one of two thematically linked UofG Online 10-credit courses alongside ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Leadership, as part of the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) an industry-led collaborative research and innovation programme at the University of Glagow focussed on leveraging emerging technologies to shape the future regulatory landscape in the UK and globally.
Course structure
This course is made up of 6 weeks of online sessions. Each session consists of a combination of recorded lectures or interviews, online activities, as well as case studies and recommended reading discussions.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain core AI and RegTech concepts relevant to financial compliance, connecting AI capabilities with regulatory frameworks and industry applications.
- Analyse compliance processes to identify areas where AI can add value, considering organisational and regulatory constraints.
- Evaluate risks, governance needs, and regulatory implications of AI adoption.
- Design a forward-looking professional roadmap for thriving in an AI-driven compliance environment, integrating regulatory trends and future skills requirements.
The above ILOs follow a progression of cognitive tasks/abilities based on Bloom’s taxonomy:
- Explain
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Design
Course alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours
to run all courses as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw
or alter a course. For more information, please see: Student contract.
Career prospects
This Microcredential prepares learners to navigate and lead digital transformation in financial compliance. As the financial sector increasingly adopts RegTech and AI-based solutions, demand is rising for professionals who can combine expertise in financial regulation and compliance with an understanding of emerging technologies.
Learners will gain the ability to analyse complex regulatory challenges, evaluate AI capabilities and limitations, design RegTech-enabled solutions, and anticipate governance and compliance requirements. These skills are highly valued across banking, financial services, FinTech, law, consulting, and regulatory organisations.
Typical roles:
- Compliance or Risk Analyst
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst / Specialist
- Data Compliance or Privacy & AI Compliance Officer
- AI Governance or AI Ethics & Compliance Lead
- RegTech Product Manager or Implementation Consultant
- Model Risk or Model Governance Manager
- Compliance or Risk Consultant (AI / RegTech specialisation)
- Regulatory Policy or Innovation Advisor (including SupTech roles)
- Financial Crime / AML Compliance Office (e.g., MLRO)
- Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) Officer
Completion of this course grants potential for:
- Further academic study in Financial Technology, AI Governance, or Law and Regulation.
- Career advancement within compliance, risk, or regulatory functions
- Transition into RegTech, FinTech, or consulting roles
- Greater professional recognition and earning potential
Fees & funding
Course fee: £599 per place.
A limited number of discounted places (typically offering 20% reduction in fees) are available for this course. These include (but are not necessarily limited to) discounts for alumni and group bookings. Discounted places are awarded to eligible applicants on a first come, first served basis. For any discount-related enquiries, please contact Keir.Elder@glasgow.ac.uk.
Entry requirements
It is suggested that learners on this course are educated to at least Undergraduate level and have an IELTS equivalent of 6.5. Learners will not be asked to prove their academic or professional history.
