University of Central Florida - College of Business
Master of Science in Fintech
University, USA
MSc
DURATION
18 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus, Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: UCF’s Master of Science in FinTech blends finance and computer science to develop computing skills, market awareness and technology applications that automate financial services. This STEM-designated, AACSB-accredited, interdisciplinary 10-course program is offered face-to-face and online through the College of Business and the College of Engineering and Computer Science, taught by experienced faculty members with industry and academic experience. Keywords: fintech, blockchain, cybersecurity, data analytics, automation, regulatory compliance.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as Apps developer, Blockchain developer, Cybersecurity analyst, Compliance expert, Data specialist, Financial analyst, Investment manager and pursue roles in payments, trading technology, risk management and financial innovation.
Shape the future of finance
The first of its kind in Florida, the new MS in FinTech will help students develop their computing skills, build awareness of financial markets and apply their talents to analyze real world problems. This innovative, interdisciplinary program offers a carefully designed curriculum and distinguished faculty who will teach employable technical and analytical skills for the application of technology to improve and automate the delivery of traditional financial services.
Program Highlights
- STEM designated program and first MS in FinTech in Florida
- AACSB accredited
- Face-to-face and fully online program options
- Interdisciplinary program with College of Business and College of Engineering and Computer Science
- 10-course program with a blend of finance and computer science classes
- Highly accomplished faculty incorporate both industry and academic experience
The MS in FinTech curriculum is a combination of Finance and Computer Science graduate-level courses. The curriculum includes 10 required courses/30 credit hours that ensure students develop computing skills, build awareness of financial markets, and apply their skills to simplify services related to banking, mobile payments and transfer of funds, credit evaluations, and asset management.
Fall 1
- COP 5818 – Full Stack Development for FinTech
- COT 5480 – Computational Methods in FinTech I
- FIN 6406 – Strategic Financial Management
Spring 1
- CAP 5619 – Artificial Intelligence for FinTech
- COT 6481 – Computational Methods in FinTech II
- FIN 6778 – Foundations of FinTech
Fall 2
- CIS 5730 – Blockchains and Smart Distributed Contracts
- FIN 6779 – FinTech in Decision Making
- FIN 6515 – Analysis of Investment Opportunities
- FIN 6777 – FinTech Entrepreneurship
Florida’s FinTech Hub
First FinTech master’s in Florida
Orlando is No. 1 STEM job growth in U.S. - Forbes, 2018
New Home of FinTech with 120+ commercial banks - Global Finance, 2019
FinTech demands unique experience and expertise. The evolving intersection between the financial services industry and technological innovations is driving the need for highly trained professionals with both technological and financial skills. Possible career paths in FinTech include:
- Apps Developer
- Blockchain Developer
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Compliance expert
- Data Specialist
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Manager
Who Should Apply
- The MS in FinTech was designed to develop students with employable technical proficiencies and promote their critical entrepreneurial spirit.
- Candidates should have a strong, academically-based quantitative background.
- Candidates interested in working at the nexus of emerging technologies and the financial sector.
