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Nottingham Trent University: Digital Finance and Data Analytics
| Institution | Nottingham Trent University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Nottingham Business School |
| Web | https://www.ntu.ac.uk/ |
| Telephone | +44(0)115 848 4200 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The finance landscape is rapidly transforming with a focus on digital, code-driven, and data-centric approaches, emphasising technologies like novel payment systems, distributed ledger tech, blockchains, digital currencies, AI, metaverse, and smart banking. Our MSc in Digital Finance and Data Analytics covers traditional financial markets, international financial institutions, AI, machine learning, blockchains, cryptocurrencies, and digital assets. The program delves into financial regulation, Fintech sector growth, and enhances skills in coding, big data, and econometrics. The course culminates in a hands-on consultancy project, allowing application of acquired knowledge to real-world financial data.
Finally, at the end of the course, you'll complete a hands-on consultancy project, giving you a fantastic opportunity to use the theories and knowledge you've gained to produce a meaningful piece of work.
What you’ll gain from this degree? Learn about technology and data-driven financial products and services together with advanced methods from the fields of computer science, mathematics, statistics, econometrics and machine learning. Be highly competitive for various roles in digital finance and FinTech that require a specific set of skills. Acquire in-depth knowledge in Digital Finance and Data Analytics specifically rather than only touching on a broader set of related topics. Gain comprehensive knowledge of basic as well as sophisticated mathematical and statistical tools for big data applications.
You will be allocated an Academic Mentor at the beginning of the academic year and you will meet with them regularly throughout the year. Your Mentor will help you make the most of your time at NBS.
80% of MSc Finance students are in graduate level jobs within 15 months of graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21). Join our internationally accredited business school Nottingham Business School is accredited to AACSB and EQUIS, the highest international standards for business school education. We are one of 47 global PRME Champions - a United Nations-supported initiative leading the way with sustainable and responsible management education.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will need an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (2.2 or above) containing some evidence of quantitative ability. Applicants will require a solid foundation on quantitative methods that could have been acquired through modules completed during their undergraduate studies. Some examples of these modules can be: Statistics, quantitative methods, financial mathematics, data analytics, and any coding-related modules. One academic reference is required. If English is not your first language you need to show us that your language skills are strong enough for intensive academic study. We usually ask for an IELTS test and we accept some alternative English language tests. For a 1-year Masters you'll need a 6.5 grade overall with minimum of 5.5 in each component. For a 2-year Masters you'll need a 6.5 grade overall with a minimum of 6.0 in speaking and listening, and 5.5 in reading and writing. |
| Location | City Campus Nottingham Trent University 50 Shakespeare Street Nottingham NG1 4FQ |
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