MSc Financial Technology
South Kensington, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2024
TUITION FEES
GBP 45,400 **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* applications for 2024 entry are now open. We accept applications on a rolling basis until the class is full. Our programmes are highly competitive, so we recommend applying early
** deposit: £4,540
Introduction
Equip yourself with in-demand quantitative and analytical skills for a successful career in FinTech
FinTech is a rapidly evolving field that has revolutionised traditional banking and its influence across the wider economy is only expected to grow. Our MSc Financial Technology program will equip you with in-demand quantitative and analytical skills, knowledge of the financial sector, and practical experience, preparing you for a FinTech-oriented career in the financial services sector. Previous MSc Financial Technology students have secured roles in major companies and financial institutions such as Barclays, Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, HSBC, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and more.
The program syllabus will enable you to understand, execute, and possibly develop disruptive financial innovations using appropriate tools and techniques. You will be able to demonstrate analytical skills to create, manage, and interrogate large data sets applicable to the finance sector and build up a critical awareness of current issues in the FinTech landscape. A range of programming tools will facilitate live implementations of financial models and allow you to analyze and evaluate investment decisions and data. Are you ready to join the FinTech revolution and shape the future of the financial services sector?
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Ideal Students
What we look for in an MSc Financial Technology candidate
If you’re an intellectually curious individual with excellent quantitative skills, first-rate programming skills, commercial awareness, and good problem-solving skills, then MSc Financial Technology at Imperial College Business School is a good fit for you. This program has a focus on innovation and attracts individuals who want to understand and champion new technological advancements. MSc Financial Technology will prepare you for a variety of exciting roles within the finance sector, in both established financial institutions and technology companies and fintech start-ups.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
We know that choosing to pursue a Master's program is an important decision and a substantial investment in yourself. Fees for our MSc programs are the same for both UK and international students.
In addition to the costs of tuition, you should also consider the costs of living in London during your studies and the lifestyle choices that will determine your costs. Many of the students in our Master's programs fund their studies through multiple funding sources, combining personal resources with education loans and scholarships.
Master's scholarships and bursaries
Imperial College Business School is pleased to offer significant scholarship funding to our most talented applicants. A range of scholarships are available, including several dedicated schemes for specific programs, and it is recommended that you apply early to give yourself the best chance of receiving an award.
We have three submission deadlines to apply for scholarships for our 2024 Master’s intake of students. To be considered for a scholarship you should submit your application by one of the deadlines; scholarships will be awarded from the first deadline onwards. We will review your suitability for an award alongside the other applications we receive within that round.
Please note that some of our scholarships require the additional submission of a video interview; admitted students will receive further information on how to submit a video interview via email within approximately two months of the deadline. Please also be aware that scholarships may not be awarded following every round (e.g. if scholarships in a particular category have all been awarded or there is an insufficient number of eligible candidates in a given round).
Curriculum
Program content
Our MSc Financial Technology brings together highly relevant modules and electives to provide you with key quantitative and analytical skills and a strong understanding of the financial sector.
This one-year, full-time intensive program has a normal working week of Monday to Friday and classes will be scheduled between 08.30 and 21.00. Students should expect to attend one evening class per week in addition to other optional activities such as guest lectures or alumni and careers events which may be scheduled in the evening.
Please note, that program content is subject to change. Candidates who fail to complete this degree are not entitled to a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma.
Programme preparation
Through a combination of online pre-study modules, induction week, and a foundation module, you will be ready to hit the ground running when your program begins. This comprehensive preparation not only prepares you for the academic rigor ahead but also ensures you're thoroughly equipped to maximize the benefits of your program.
- Online pre-study modules
- Induction week
Foundation module
In September, you will study a foundation module that will introduce the tools of modern finance, enhance your programming knowledge, and help you develop your commercial awareness and career development skills.
- Applications of R and Databases for Finance
- Business Valuation
- Markets and Securities
- Data Structures and Algorithms with Python
Core modules
Throughout the autumn, spring, and summer terms, you will study core modules across key areas to build on previous experience while introducing new and challenging disciplines.
- Accounting and Corporate Finance
- Big Data in Finance I
- Blockchain and Applications
- Ethics & Professional Standards in Finance (online)
- Financial Econometrics in R/Python
- Investments and Portfolio Management
- Mathematics for Finance
Electives
Tailor your learning to your career objectives and interests, by choosing from our wide range of elective modules. Many of these are shared with our other finance master’s programs, allowing you to expand your network beyond your cohort. You will take four electives (if you choose the Applied Project), or three electives (if you undertake the Research Project).
- Key electives
- Other electives
Project
In the spring and summer terms, you will choose between undertaking two types of projects, to develop specialist skills and subject knowledge to benefit your future career. You can either pursue an Applied Project together with an additional elective, or a traditional Research Project.
- Applied project
- Research project
International elective
We offer an international elective, involving company visits, guest speakers, and experiential learning activities for an intensive learning experience in another country. The 2022-23 cohort traveled to New York.
There will be an additional cost for taking this elective, which is reviewed on an annual basis.
- Introduction to Quantitative Investing
Rankings
Study your MSc Financial Technology in London at a global top 10 university
- 3rd in Europe (Imperial College London, Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
- 6th in the world (Imperial College London, QS World University Rankings 2024)
- #1 city for students (London, QS Best Student City Rankings 2023
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Career Opportunities
Career impact
At Imperial College Business School, your career is our priority. We have a dedicated Careers team that is committed to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. With close links to the industry and a busy calendar of events, workshops, and personal development programs, you will be prepared to enter a highly competitive recruitment market.
- 91% employed within six months
- 41% employed in the UK
Dedicated support for every step of your journey with us
Imperial College Business School Careers provides world-class support that is tailored to your career aspirations and is an integral part of your MSc Climate Change, Management & Finance program.
Several personalized services are provided before you start and throughout your time at the Business School to support you in securing a job in the sector of your choice. With close links to the industry and a busy calendar of events, workshops, and personal development programs, you will be prepared to enter a highly competitive recruitment market.