Master of Science in Financial Technology

▼Program Features

1. Comprehensive and rigorous curriculum.

2. Numerous elective courses to further develop a diverse range of interests.

3. High-caliber and well-experienced teaching team.

4. State-of-the-art learning facilities and resources.

▼Educational Goals

1. Master professional knowledge in financial technology and have adequate professional skills in financial technology.

2. Be able to use the learned professional knowledge in financial technology to analyze practical problems related to financial technology and propose appropriate solutions.

3. Have certain capabilities to conduct academic research in finance and financial technology.

4. Be able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders in professional work related to financial technology.

5. Master soft skills necessary for professional work related to financial technology and have the necessary professional ethics for practitioners in financial technology.

▼Graduate Career Pathways

Graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers across diverse sectors, including banking, insurance, securities, accounting, government agencies, multinational organizations, universities, and other educational institutions. They typically assume roles in areas such as asset management, investment consulting, corporate finance, market analysis, and financial education.

Historical graduate data indicates that a majority embark on careers directly aligned with their field of study in the financial industry, securing positions in state-owned or large leading enterprises. Notable employers include China Construction Bank, Bank of China, Bank of Communications, Ping An Insurance Group, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), China Everbright Bank, and Guotou Securities Co., Ltd.

▼Programme Study Plan 

Language of Instruction: Chinese / English

Learning Mode: Full time

Duration: Normally 2 years, Maximum 4 years

Course Subjects Overview 

▼Graduation Requirements and Stipulations

1. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete 10 compulsory courses (28 credits), 3 elective courses (9 credits), and a thesis (9 credits), amounting to a total of 46 credits.

2. Students in the Master of Financial Technology program must attend a minimum of 10 academic events (including lectures, workshops, or conferences) organized by the Faculty of Finance of the City University of Macau before the end of the first semester of their second year of study. Only in-person participation counts towards fulfilling the "Academic Special Project" course requirement.

3. During their enrollment in the Master of Financial Technology program, students must publish at least one academic paper in a recognized journal or present at an academic conference, OR win a design-related award (domestic or international). The specific list of eligible journals and design competitions will be announced by the Faculty's Academic Committee. Prospective applicants and current students may contact the Faculty office for detailed arrangements regarding this requirement.