{"id":246628,"date":"2022-03-05T12:50:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-05T12:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/?p=246628"},"modified":"2022-03-07T07:16:24","modified_gmt":"2022-03-07T07:16:24","slug":"heres-what-gen-z-looks-for-in-a-financial-modelling-certification-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/blog\/heres-what-gen-z-looks-for-in-a-financial-modelling-certification-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Here&#8217;s what Gen Z looks for in a financial modelling certification course"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we talk about generation Z or centennials, we refer to all those born between 1997 and 2012. They are the generation that precedes the millennials and has specific characteristics that affect their view of the financial world. Centennials are at the point where they are beginning to build their professional future and are also starting to earn an income. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although they are a curious generation that wants to be prepared, they do not always have the right tools to do so. Before we talk about what they are looking for in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/Professional-Certificate-Course-FinTech\/\"><b>financial technology courses<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we need to understand their financial habits and what they think about the industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Gen Z&#8217;s Financial Habits<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gen Z stands out for having a strong interest in their finances since pre-adolescence as a result of having witnessed the problems faced by millennials. The fact that they have had access to IT tools from an early age has driven these young people to be self-taught. This generation is looking for financial security and stability, and having grown up with technology, they seek to do so through this medium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are other things we cannot overlook to understand how this generation functions and what they expect from the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 98% of centennials have a smartphone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They spend up to 13 hours a day behind a screen, 3 of which are watching videos.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is estimated that they can concentrate for 8 seconds without being distracted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They currently make up 40% of consumers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most find new products through social networks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almost all say that cost is the determining factor in a purchase.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a shop, a Gen Z member will always check the price online.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Fintech Courses Online<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for Centennials<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born in the digital age, they demand services that meet their demands for transparency and constant attention. The high interest shown by this generation in finance from an early age has led to ideal profiles for financial modeling. However, due to their characteristics, training in these subjects must also be adapted to their interlocutors to be successful.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courses must be dynamic and interesting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The technological component and its application to the real world are fundamental.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning directly from industry experts is expected.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comprehensive and user-friendly digital learning platform is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation for the world of work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A course with a strong curricular impact<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mentorship<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What Is the Career Future of Gen Z?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today this generation is already showing better use of financial instruments compared to millennials and baby boomers. With a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/financial-analysis-prodegree\/\"><b>financial planning and analysis course<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this generation can open many doors in the professional world. Some of the positions to which they could aspire are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asset valuation consultant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial planning lead<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equity research analyst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equity market analyst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial analyst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Project finance manager<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mergers and acquisitions senior analyst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate finance manager<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business valuation consultant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private equity finance manager<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equity analyst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asset and wealth management associate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imarticus offers the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/financial-analysis-prodegree\/\">Financial Analysis Prodegree in Collaboration with KPGM<\/a><\/strong> which has everything Gen Z is looking for in financial modeling. The career opportunities and the course content are perfect for sharp minds with an appetite for the financial world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every generation changes the rules of the game and companies must adapt to the terrain to survive. However, the rule is always the same: innovation as a solution to provide services that meet the needs and desires of customers, whatever their age.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When we talk about generation Z or centennials, we refer to all those born between 1997 and 2012. They are the generation that precedes the millennials and has specific characteristics that affect their view of the financial world. 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