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B.Com. (Banking and Insurance) AI Driven Transformation in Banking and Insurance Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

This is the Fourth Year BBI Honours with Research syllabus under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2026-27. The fourth year is new in 2026-27, and the University runs it as two separate courses: Honours, and Honours with Research.

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Major · Semester 8 · Fourth Year BBI Honours with Research · 4 credits · 100 marks

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Syllabus for AI-Driven Transformation in Banking and Insurance

Major · Semester 8 · Fourth Year BBI Honours with Research · 4 credits · 100 marks

Module I: Foundations of AI in BFSI

  • Unit 1: Introduction to AI, ML and Data Strategy
  • AI, ML and DL Concepts – Understanding artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning; distinction from traditional analytics.
  • Evolution of AI in BFSI – Adoption trends in banking and insurance; role in digital transformation.
  • Data Strategy in Financial Services – Handling structured financial data such as transactions and customer records.
  • Unstructured Data Processing – Use of OCR and NLP in processing insurance documents, KYC forms, and claims data.
  • Unit 2: Regulatory Environment and Ethical AI
  • Regulatory Framework – Role of RBI, SEBI, and IRDAI in governing AI adoption in financial services.
  • Explainable AI (XAI) – Need for transparency, interpretability, and accountability in AI systems.
  • Algorithmic Bias and Fairness – Identification and mitigation of bias in financial decision-making models.
  • Data Privacy and Compliance – Legal and ethical considerations in handling sensitive customer data.

Module II: AI in Banking and Lending

  • Unit 3: Digital Lending and Credit Analytics
  • AI in Credit Scoring – Use of machine learning models for evaluating borrower risk.
  • Alternative Data Utilization – Behavioral data, transaction patterns, and digital footprints in credit assessment.
  • Automated Loan Processing – AI-driven underwriting and decision-making systems.
  • Risk-Based Pricing Models – Dynamic interest rate determination using predictive analytics.
  • Unit 4: Fraud Detection and Customer Experience
  • Fraud Detection Systems – Anomaly detection and behavioral biometrics for fraud prevention.
  • RegTech and AML Compliance – AI-driven surveillance systems for anti-money laundering.
  • AI in Customer Interaction – Chatbots, virtual assistants, and automated service delivery.
  • Personalization in Banking – AI-enabled product recommendations and customer engagement strategies.

Module III: AI in Insurance and InsurTech

  • Unit 5: Underwriting and Risk Profiling
  • AI in Risk Assessment – Predictive models for evaluating insurance risk.
  • Dynamic Pricing Models – Usage-based insurance and personalized premium calculation.
  • Customer Segmentation – Data-driven profiling for targeted insurance products.
  • Automation in Underwriting – Reducing manual intervention through AI tools.
  • Unit 6: Claims Management and Predictive Analytics
  • Automated Claims Processing – Use of AI for faster and efficient claims settlement.
  • Computer Vision Applications – Image-based damage assessment in motor and property insurance.
  • Predictive Analytics in Insurance – Forecasting policy lapse and claim probability.
  • Customer Retention Models – AI-driven strategies to improve policyholder retention.

Module IV: Emerging Trends

  • Unit 7: Advanced AI Technologies in Finance
  • Generative AI Applications – Use of large language models (LLMs) for report generation and document summarization.
  • Synthetic Data Generation – Enhancing model training while ensuring data privacy.
  • Agentic AI Systems – Autonomous decision-making workflows in financial operations.
  • Blockchain Integration – Enhancing security, transparency, and trust in financial transactions.
  • Unit 8: Contemporary Developments and Conceptual Applications
  • Conceptual Framework of AI Applications – Theoretical understanding of AI use cases in banking and insurance sectors.
  • AI in Credit and Risk Assessment (Conceptual View) – Principles and models used in credit scoring and decision-making.
  • AI in Claims and Process Automation (Theoretical Perspective) – Conceptual study of automation in claims processing and operational workflows.
  • Critical Evaluation of AI Systems – Analytical discussion on effectiveness, limitations, ethical concerns, and future scope of AI in BFSI.

Reference Books

  • 1 Dr. S. B. Verma – Artificial Intelligence in Finance
  • 2 C. Bhattacharjee – Banking Strategy, Credit Appraisal and Lending Decisions
  • 3 M.Y. Khan – Indian Financial System
  • 4 Dr. Pradeep K. Sinha – Artificial Intelligence: Concepts and Applications
  • 5 IIBF – Digital Banking and Financial Services

Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.Com. (Banking & Insurance) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2026-27. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.

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