Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis MSc

University of Sussex

Today’s investment management professionals need an understanding of financial risk. Changes in banking regulations put increased focus on improving risk management standards. Recent advances in artificial intelligence and blockchain also create rapid growth in financial technology (FinTech) and its impact on investment management. On this highly practical course, you’ll learn about investment management, risk management and FinTech. This will help you stand out when you start your career in the investment industry or investment-related risk management positions. You’ll learn from academic staff who are excellent teachers with extensive industry experience. gain the theoretical and practical knowledge to adapt to changing regulatory environment learn to communicate both quantitative and qualitative information develop skills in coding and automation use trading, risk assessment and portfolio management software. You have access to our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, supervised by academic and industry experts. Joining the University of Sussex Business School, you benefit from our strong industry links, expert academic staff who consult for leaders in business and government, and inspiring teaching and learning facilities.