Manchester Metropolitan University
MSc in Financial Technology (FinTech)Manchester, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 22,500 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
FinTech (financial technology) is disrupting and reshaping commerce. The term is applied anywhere technology is used to help companies manage the financial aspects of a business. It includes new software and applications, processes, and business models.
Understanding rapidly evolving financial markets
This course combines our expertise in finance, computing, risk, and behavioural science. You’ll look at innovative technologies and the disruptive nature of FinTech business models.
We’ll show you how FinTech has combined finance and technology and is changing the way companies and consumers interact. You’ll also discover how it has affected the regulatory environment in which companies operate.
You’ll experience different elements such as programming, business analytics, digital strategy, data science, strategy, and risk in financial services.
Features and Benefits
- Location – Manchester is one of the largest financial centres in the UK and home to major organizations and a thriving tech scene
- Triple accredited – our Business School holds the globally recognized trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world
- Innovative teaching – as part of the course, you’ll examine business models and technologies that are set to shape the global financial sector for decades to come
- Rise program – all students are eligible to take part in curricular activities with Rise. These might include research volunteering, project work, and certifications
- Industry links and insight – learn from leading FinTech experts at guest lectures and network with employers at regular events
- Career support – throughout your studies, we’ll help you boost your employability and secure graduate employment through our Careers and Employability service.
Admissions
Curriculum
Course Information
FinTech is disrupting and reshaping commerce. From mobile apps putting banking in our pockets to cryptocurrencies tearing down traditional boundaries, we’re living through a financial revolution. This master's course is your chance to be part of it. Study with us and you’ll develop in-depth knowledge of the business models and technologies that are shaping the global financial sector.
You’ll leave us with a valuable set of professional skills that are in demand the world over. You’ll be ready to apply for senior roles in a range of financial services companies, from innovative ‘disruptive’ technology firms and start-ups to large banking institutions.
Rise with Manchester Met
Rise is a program available to all students at Manchester Met giving you the opportunity to earn practice credits on your degree through employment-enhancing activities. During your studies, you can collect points for the activities you engage in and if you engage in enough activity you could receive recognition on your degree transcript.
Postgraduate students can get involved in activities such as project work, workshops, volunteering, and certifications. For example, you could gain certifications with the likes of Microsoft, Adobe, and the Project Management Institute free of charge. Not only are these fantastic to have on your CV but they are also transferable to a wide range of careers.
All Rise activities are organized according to themes of Digital Capabilities, Self-Effectiveness, Sustainability, Internationalisation, Enterprise, and Civics. Completing a number of activities within a certain theme will also earn you micro-accreditations in the form of Digital Badges.
Year 1
Core Units
- Master Level Learning
- Business Model Innovation and Fintech
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Financial Strategy, Regulation, and Avoidance of Business Failure
- Innovations in Technology
- Digital Leadership Transformation
- Extended Research Proposal/dissertation
Option Modules
- AI and Machine Learning: Business Application
- Blockchain for Industry
- Behavioural Biases and Financial Decision Making
- Finance for Managers
- Introduction to Business Analytics
- Risk Management for Financial Institutions
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The demand for FinTech is growing rapidly. Recent research shows employers need graduates with programming, data analytics, and finance skills.
Our graduates use their skills and FinTech expertise in the financial services sector, either with innovative ‘disruptive’ technology companies and start-ups or within large banking institutions.
The Faculty of Business and Law’s Careers and Employability service is here to support you during your time here and up to three years after you graduate. They can help with everything from writing your CV to preparing for an interview.
To get ready for life as a graduate, you’ll also have the opportunity to build connections with employers through career fairs, guest speakers, and internships.
Student Testimonials
Program delivery
- Full-time 20% lectures, seminars or similar; 0% placement; 80% independent study