International Hellenic University (IHU)
MSc in Banking, Financial Technology (Fintech) and Risk Management
Thermi, Greece
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 3,900
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus, Distance Learning
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Key Summary
About: The MSc in Banking, Financial Technology (Fintech) and Risk Management is offered by the University Centre of International Programmes of Studies at International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki, Greece. Taught in English. The programme emphasizes risk management tools and methods after COVID-19 and uses varied teaching methods, technologies and environments. You'll develop practical skills and real-world knowledge in banking, fintech and risk management to support international careers.
Career Outcomes: Graduates find roles in the private or public sector; the programme boosts employability for students and professionals pursuing international careers. Typical destinations include Investments; Banking; Consulting; Finance departments; Risk management departments.
The MSc in Banking, Financial Technology (Fintech) and Risk Management Programme (former MSc in Banking & Finance) is being offered by the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Economics of the University Centre of International Programmes of Studies of the International Hellenic University. The new up-to-date programme with revised curriculum caters to the needs of recent graduates looking for an optimal combination of theory as well as a practical hands-on approach to the highly specified financial and risk management issues of a business or a financial institution. It also widens knowledge on the evolving landscape of the Fintech industry and the emergence of new financial instruments available.
More importantly, and considering the recent adversities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the program places great emphasis on risk management tools and methods, an essential skill which is greatly desired and appreciated by the business world. Also, it is designed to facilitate learning through a variety of teaching methods, technologies and environments. From the moment you embark on your Master’s programme, you will acquire a key set of skills and the real-world knowledge crucial to achieving success in your chosen career.
The core courses
The core courses ensure that you acquire knowledge of practical concepts and attain skills directly relevant to your career aspirations.
First Term
- Econometrics & Data Analytics
- Foundations of Finance and Financial Technology
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Banking and Fintech
Second Term
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Technology and Innovation
- Investments and Portfolio Management
- Risk Management in Banking
The elective courses
The students can choose four electives according to their interests and their current and future career orientation.
- Programming for Fintech
- Blockchain Technologies, Financial Applications and Cyber Security
- Blockchain and Cryptofinance
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Advanced Company Valuation
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainable Investments and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Financial Derivatives and Structured Products
- Behavioural Finance
- Banking Legal Environment
- Fintech Regulation and Data Protection
Students should select four courses. The above list is indicative and continuously updated. Electives may vary from year to year depending on current interest and student demand.
The Dissertation
As part of the MScs programme students work on a 5-month project on a subject related to their academic interests and career aspirations.
The Master’s dissertation provides a good opportunity to apply theory and concepts learned in their courses to a real-world business environment.
Students submit an individual 10,000 – word project using different types of datasets, as well as the writing of case studies and reports often based on summer internships.
The School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Economics offers partial-scholarships to exceptional prospective students for the MSc in Banking, Financial Technology (Fintech) and Risk Management.
To be eligible for the scholarship, you need to provide evidence of academic excellence such as a first class bachelor degree or an official document from the School that you have been among the top 5% of the graduates of your class.
Kindly be advised that all scholarship requests are subject to review only after the candidate’s formal enrolment at the programme.
Graduate careers
Completing their studies, the graduates will find their route into risk management, consulting, investment, financial, and banking professions in the private or public sector. The programme is designed to boost employability for students and professionals who aim for international careers in:
- Investments;
- Banking;
- Consulting;
- Finance departments;
- Risk management departments.
Schedule
The duration of the MSc in Banking, Financial Technology (Fintech) and Risk Management programme is 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Teaching takes place during weekday afternoons, usually 18.00 – 21.00. The attendance of lectures is compulsory. There is a limit of absences allowed. The programme starts every October. The programme is also available in distance learning mode.