Financial Technology and Innovation MSc
Management School,
Faculty of Social Sciences
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Start date
September 2026 -
Duration
1 year -
Attendance
Full-time
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Course description
Our MSc Financial Technology and Innovation will prepare you for a career in finance and accounting with a specific focus on technology and innovation. You do not need to have studied finance or accounting before to study this course.
You’ll not only learn about the theory behind finance and accounting, but we’ll also teach you state-of-the-art analytical skills through our modules that focus on technology and data analytics skills, so that you're ready for the world of work. With this combination of theory and practical skills, you’ll have a competitive edge for your future career.
Throughout the course, you’ll have the chance to engage with industry experts through guest lectures. You can also choose to base your dissertation project on an external company to gain more industry experience.
Accreditation
Modules
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we will inform students and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
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Duration
1 year full-time
Teaching
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Computer-based laboratories
Assessment
- Exams
- Essays
- Reports
- Presentations
- Dissertation project
Your career
You’ll graduate with the skills that you need for a career in the accounting or financial sector. Our course will equip you with knowledge of the core financial principles that underpin emerging financial technology innovations, so you will be ready to make an impact in the industry. Your awareness of sustainable finance and ethical challenges will be invaluable to employers.
Our careers and employability teams are here to support you with any career related questions. You'll have access to career appointments, a wide range of workshops, and up-to-date resources to help you achieve your full potential.
The MSc Financial Technology and Innovation provides students with a unique mix of financial acumen and technical capability. By mastering Python, Bloomberg systems, generative AI and sustainable finance principles, graduates will be ready to step into roles that demand both innovation and accountability. Employers are looking for people who can navigate the future of finance with confidence. This programme creates exactly those professionals.
Sanjay Parekh
Entrepreneur and Business Leader
School
Management School
We are a leading management school with Triple Crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). These awards have been achieved through the outstanding quality of our programmes, research output, support for students and alumni, and links with industry. We have a world-class reputation for high quality teaching, ground-breaking research and cutting-edge thinking.
You’ll be part of a dynamic and engaging management school that puts you and your future at the heart of everything it does. We balance a rigorous academic foundation with practical skills to ensure you are ready for the world of work.
We want you to develop skills so you can apply course content in a company setting. Our close links with organisations keep us in tune with the changing demands of the workplace. We know what employers are looking for.
You'll learn from experts - many are former industry professionals and they work closely with businesses. Because our academics are world-leading researchers, your education will draw on the most current management theories.
We want you to engage with the academic content, be conscientious and take an independent approach to study. We want you to be informed, innovative and proactive and do everything we can to support and enhance your career, steering you in the right direction with all the knowledge and skills you require.
You'll benefit from tailored on-site and online professional careers support, dedicated skills sessions and events with experts from world-leading organisations and professional bodies. These activities will help guide your personal and professional development to help you secure your dream placement, internship or graduate role.
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in any subject.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent
Other requirements
If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school.
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Any supervisors and research areas listed are indicative and may change before the start of the course.
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