COURSE CURRICULUM

The Financial Technology and Innovation MSc offers a comprehensive program that blends theoretical understanding of finance with practical technological skills, preparing students for careers in the rapidly evolving fintech sector. Core modules include Innovation in Finance and Accounting, which explores emerging financial technologies and their applications, and Decentralised Finance and Blockchain, providing insight into distributed ledger technologies and their impact on financial markets. Python for Accounting and Finance equips students with programming skills for data analysis and financial modelling, while Principles of Data Analytics focuses on extracting actionable insights from complex financial data. Ethical Challenges: Governance and Regulation examines the legal and ethical frameworks that govern financial innovation, and modules such as Portfolio Management and Investment, Global Financial Markets and Institutions, and Sustainable Finance develop expertise in investment strategies, market analysis, and responsible finance. The Project Dissertation allows students to conduct independent research, applying theoretical knowledge and technical skills to practical problems. Optional modules, including Sustainability Accounting and Accountability, Risk and Uncertainty, and Data Visualisation for Accounting and Finance, enable students to specialise further and enhance their analytical and decision-making capabilities. Overall, the MSc integrates financial theory, cutting-edge technological tools, and practical application, equipping graduates to excel in fintech, digital banking, financial consultancy, data analytics, and innovation management, with the skills to navigate complex and rapidly changing financial landscapes responsibly and effectively.