Top reasons to study our new Fintech to Data Analytics Finance MSc courses

The financial sector is being reshaped by technological advancement and data-driven shifts. Brighton’s new Finance and Fintech MSc and Finance and Data Analytics MSc will give you the skills and expertise needed to be at the forefront of this competitive global market.  

These two courses join our established suite of Finance MSc programmes, offering you the opportunity to choose what you want to specialise in.  

Why study a Finance MSc?

A Finance MSc is a great investment in your future career. Finance graduates are highly sought after across a range of industries and job roles from global investment firms to consultancies and fintech startups.  

By gaining a Finance MSc qualification, you’ll develop a deep understanding of financial principles as well as expertise in areas such as investment, risk management, financial technologies and more. This will help you stand out in today’s competitive job market and position yourself as an invaluable asset to employers.  

Here at Brighton, we ensure that all of our Finance MSc students are well prepared to enter the job market as soon as they graduate. Throughout the course you’ll focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical application. 

Advantages of studying emerging areas like Fintech and Data Analytics 

• These skills are in high demand. Employers across the finance and technology sectors are constantly in need of professionals with specific Fintech and Data Analytics expertise to help drive innovation and solve challenges. 

• Position yourself for high growth roles. By studying areas which are more emerging such as Fintech and Data Analytics, you can make sure that you stay ahead of the trends, futureproofing your job prospects.  

• Versatile career options. If you’re still unsure about exactly what role you want to go into, these MSc options can be a good path to discover where your interests lie. There are a range of job roles you can go into with both of these options.  

• Global opportunities: With these Finance MSc courses, you open up job opportunities around the world.   

Career prospects with our Finance MSc courses 

Studying one of our many Finance MSc courses opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities. You’ll graduate with the skill set needed for both traditional finance routes and the rapidly evolving fintech sector.

Some of the career paths you can consider include:

• Investment Banking Analyst 

• Fintech Specialist 

• Risk Manager / Consultant 

• Financial Planner / Wealth Manager 

• Blockchain Analyst 

• Compliance Officer 

• Financial Data Scientist 

• Financial Regulator 

• Data Scientist 

Our alumni have secured positions at prestigious organizations, including global banks, consultancy firms, and innovative fintech startups and you could be next!  

Why Study your Finance MSc at Brighton 

1. We have AACSB Accreditation. This recognition is only achieved by  fewer than 6% of business schools globally. This will give you an edge when looking for jobs after you graduate.  
2. Get hands-on learning with our specialist Bloomberg terminals. Access the same cutting-edge technology used by global finance professionals and learn how to analyse real-time market data, monitor trends and make informed financial decisions.  
3. Learn from our team of industry experts. Our course team and guest speakers bring decades of real-world experience into the classroom. They are experts in economic forecasting, market strategies, trading strategies, behavioural finance and much more!  
4. Do a year’s paid placement in industry. Students on all of our Finance MSc courses have the opportunity to add work experience to their masters which is a great way to get out into the industry and apply what you’ve learnt.  
5. Choose from a suite of finance specialisms: Our new Finance and Fintech and Finance and Data Analytics courses are part of a suite of Finance MSc programmes. This gives you the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals. Explore the full list below: 

• Finance and Accounting MSc
• Finance and Banking MSc
• Finance and Data Analytics MSc
• Finance and Fintech MSc
• Finance and Investment MSc (PGCert PGDip)
• Finance and Risk Management MSc
• Economics and Finance MSc (PGCert PGDip)

Join us at Brighton  

Explore how our MSc courses can shape your future in finance. 

Visit the Finance and Fintech MSc and Finance and Data Analytics MSc course pages to learn more about modules, graduate destinations and uni life.