Financial Technology (FinTech), MSc

COURSE OVERVIEW

Are you looking for a career in a rapidly expanding sector? Keen to work in an innovative global industry where your skills are in demand?

Disruptive technologies are affecting all areas of financial services and to ensure you are equipped with the skills to progress in this area, the MSc Financial Technology(FinTech) programme has been developed, aimed at non-computer science specialist graduates who have a first degree in business, finance, mathematics or economics and want to gain greater awareness and skills in the Fintech area.

This programme will examine applications of financial technology in banking, insurance, asset management and many other finance sectors. You will gain cutting-edge knowledge on finance applications of blockchain technology, digital currencies, Big Data and artificial intelligence.

You will also acquire an in-depth understanding of the financial technology environment, develop skills in programming, machine learning and network security as well as knowledge of financial markets institutions and systems.

FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY (FINTECH) EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

There is great potential for Fintech expansion in emerging market economies and this programme will produce graduates equipped for successful careers in the growing financial technology discipline. There is a range of possible career options available in the financial services industry:

• Business Development Manager
• Data Specialist
• Financial Analyst
• Product Manager
• Developer