Venture Capital and Private Equity with Financial Technology MSc

UCL (University College London)

Set yourself up for a high-level career in financial investing with this one-year MSc. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of venture capital, private markets, and FinTech start-ups to excel in this financial field. Join the first programme in the world to combine the emerging field of financial technology with the study of private capital. Our comprehensive programme is designed to train you in the fundamentals of venture capital and private equity, valuation concepts and principles, portfolio management and asset allocation, and innovative business modelling. We also place significant emphasis on skill development in digital tools and technology, offering modules on artificial intelligence, machine learning, portfolio management, asset allocation, regulations, and financial technologies. This programme will combine theory with ample opportunities for hands-on experience, preparing you to dive into the opportunities and challenges of rapidly evolving global markets. You’ll also learn about the social, ethical and environmental implications of new technologies as they intersect with investment strategies. This provides opportunity for ''Bigger Picture'' thinking that will provide a broader context to work, empowering you to lead with a vision of finance that addresses major societal challenges. This Master's is designed to prepare you to meet the increasing demand for a new class of investors in today’s job market, making you highly valuable to employers. This programme is ideal if you are interested in elevating your expertise in investment to advance your career or conduct further research. It is suitable for graduates in finance, banking, computer science, mathematics, economics or other quantitative disciplines. A knowledge of mathematical methods, probability, and statistics will be required for the course. We also welcome those with previous professional experience seeking to develop their knowledge and skillset.

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