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Financial Technology PhD The University of Edinburgh

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Based in the central campus at the University of Edinburgh, the Business School seeks to set the agenda across a wide range of business disciplines, with our research areas staffed by teams whose work has real influence in business, government, and the public sector.

The School has significant research expertise in the following subject areas: Accounting and Finance; Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Management Science and Business Economics; Marketing; Organisation Studies; Strategy.

We aim to provide a highly dynamic and supportive research environment for our large and diverse graduate community. The Business School has received full research training accreditation both from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

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The Business School offers training events and support for all our postgraduate research students in both academic and key life skills.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to study at the industrial partners’ premises in your second year of study which, in addition to getting real-world experience, will give you unique networking opportunities.

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Financial Services & FinTech

We support people and organisations to be adaptive, innovative and futures-focused..

Taught by leading experts in data science, AI, information law, science and technology studies, and responsible research and innovation

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We use design and futures thinking approaches, underpinned by data-driven innovation, to tackle complex challenges and create sustainable and ethical solutions for business and society.

In a rapidly transforming world how do we address challenges like the transition to Net-Zero , customer confidence , product innovation and the ethical use of data and AI technologies , all within an increasingly complex regulatory and policy environment ?

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We work with the world’s top researchers, developing deep expertise in areas critical to the rapidly transforming financial services sector: from artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and the ethics and explainability of AI, to credit risk, portfolio optimisation, and capital markets. Our expertise is underpinned by core themes of climate and sustainability, ethical and data-driven innovation, and addressing financial vulnerability and wellbeing.

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We are helping the sector address complex challenges like climate change, poverty, local and global inequalities, and the ethical use of data and AI. Our range of postgraduate programmes is designed to build and share knowledge across sectors and disciplines. We also offer custom executive education for teams and organisations.

We offer two programmes which have been specifically designed to support the future workforces of financial services and fintech companies:

MSc in Finance, Technology and Policy

Phd in financial technology, service management and design, planetary health, data and artificial intelligence ethics, circular economy, executive education.

Our executive education and professional development courses are designed to challenge, inspire, and transform your thinking.

AI for Senior Managers in Financial Services

Delivered in partnership between Pinsent Masons, the Edinburgh Futures Institute and the University of Edinburgh Business School, this 1.5-day course for Senior Managers in Financial Services focuses on developing competence and providing training in understanding and addressing AI legal and regulatory risks.

Invest in the next generation to help tackle the complexities of our future world.

The future workplace is interdisciplinary, multi-modal, and challenge-led. Our students graduate with the ability to interrogate issues of global scope and complexity, and with the creative and entrepreneurial mindset to problem-solve that is vital for building better futures and shaping the future of the financial services and fintech industry.

We have lots of exciting opportunities to connect our diverse and talented students with a range of professional and sector-specific experience.

You can propose student projects for our MSc Finance Technology and Policy degree focusing on fintech or for any of our interdisciplinary MSc programmes.

We are helping the financial services and fintech sector build better futures.

Edinburgh Futures Institute is one of six Data Driven Innovation hubs at the University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University. We are part of a regional power-house for collaboration and data innovation with industry partners.

Our innovation ecosystem is designed to support the sector with various aspects of challenge-led, data-driven innovation that delivers economic, social, cultural, environmental, and ethical impact.

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Centre for Investing Innovation

Edinburgh centre for financial innovations, centre for purpose-driven innovation in banking, innovation ecosystem.

With expertise and facilities to help financial services and fintech sectors become more innovative through data, we offer specialist innovation and co-creation services – delivering new value, outcomes, and transformations for people, communities, organisations and society.

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The Centre for Investing Innovation is a strategic partnership between global asset management company abrdn and the University of Edinburgh. It is addressing challenges facing the investment and asset management sector, including how to improve demonstrable societal benefit.

The financial services sector faces a range of challenges, but working with externals to innovate with purpose is key to meeting them, writes Ksenia Grant, Director of financial services and fintech sector engagement

The Edinburgh Centre for Financial Innovations, in collaboration with external stakeholders, exploits the big data and computational evolution in financial services for societal benefit. 

Executive Education Programmes showcased at FinTech Symposium 2023

The Executive Education team from Edinburgh Futures Institute and the University of Edinburgh Business School attended the UK Fintech Symposium, where they showcased University of Edinburgh’s Executive Education programmes.

Leveraging FinTech for public good: The Edinburgh Centre for Financial Innovations 

In June 2023, the Edinburgh Futures Institute launched the Edinburgh Centre for Financial Innovations. Under the leadership of Professor Gbenga Ibikunle, the centre seeks to consolidate the University’s existing strengths in financial technology research to promote responsible and impactful innovation.

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The Edinburgh Futures Institute is celebrating the announcement of a new collaborative partnership across the University’s Data Driven Innovation platform.

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Edinburgh Futures Institute works across financial services and FinTech supporting corporates, SMEs, start-ups, regulators and policy makers – in Scotland, in the UK and globally.. We’d love to discuss potential collaborations and opportunities and how we can innovate together.

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Advanced Technology for Financial Computing MSc

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MSc - Master of Science

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Financial Modelling Technology Computer Science

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Programme description

This programme will provide you with a critical and practical appreciation of how data, computing and artificial intelligence technologies can be used and developed. You will learn how this deliver value in organisations with finance, risk and decision-making related digitalisation from both technology and business perspectives.

The move towards digital organisations offers great potential for small and large, public and private enterprises. Edinburgh is in the UK's second largest financial centre after London and is leading cutting-edge, data-driven innovation to become the data capital of Europe.

This programme is taught by world class researchers and educators. It is based on full-time cross-disciplinary study and has strong links to existing centres of research excellence within three world-class academic schools within the University:

School of Informatics Edinburgh Business School School of Mathematics.

Career opportunities

Graduates will be equipped with the strong technology knowledge and background to keep up with developments in computing technologies and business awareness.

Typical areas in which to pursue a career might include:

quant developer financial system architect application engineer financial system consultant software developer data scientist (in academia or industry) financial system engineer in IT firms, banks, investment, or finance sectors government and public sector positions

UK fees Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

International fees Course fees for EU and international students

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in informatics, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, computer science, electrical engineering, linguistics, mathematics, physics, or other numerate degree.

Financial Mathematics MSc/PGDip

Middlesex university, computational finance msc, ucl (university college london), financial mathematics msc, msc financial engineering and risk management, university of essex, phd computational finance.

Degree Programme Table: Financial Technology (PhD) - 3 Years (Full-Time) (PRPHDFINTC3F)

Year 1 academic year: 2020/21, starting in: september, compulsory courses, course options, level 11 courses in schedules a to q, t and w, year 2 academic year: 2020/21, starting in: september.

There are no compulsory courses in this year of this programme.

Year 3 Academic year: 2020/21, Starting in: September

The Master of Science in the Management of Information Technology Program teaches business and technology professionals how to deliver greater business value through the effective management and use of information technology (IT). The program’s intensive, collaborative 30-credit curriculum synthesizes management disciplines such as finance, strategy, communication and leadership with technical knowledge of enterprise architecture, project and product management, enterprise IT management, and IT-enabled business innovation.

The program’s executive format allows working professionals to complete the degree while remaining fully employed. Specific information about formats and locations can be found at https://www.commerce.virginia.edu/ms-mit/format

Program Prerequisites

To be considered for admission to the M.S. in the Management of IT program, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Have a conferred bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited US college or university or its equivalent in another country at the time of matriculation; candidates enroll in the program with a wide range of undergraduate majors
• Have a minimum of two years of professional work experience (post bachelor’s degree) that includes significant managerial or technical involvement with IT
• Show evidence of strong problem-solving and analytical skills through a combination of academic background, work experience, and optional GMAT, GRE or Executive Assessment test scores
• Demonstrate professional readiness and motivation for chosen field of study
• Qualities of character (e.g., academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic, ability to collaborate, awareness & ability to engage cross differences, growth mindset, initiative, resilience & perseverance, social engagement, unique perspective, professional excellence, leadership, and personal & professional integrity)
• Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills; non-native English speakers also must demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English to be successful in the graduate program

Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission to the M.S. in the Management of IT program will submit the following items:

• Completed online application
• Three required essays
• One letter of recommendation (professional reference preferred)
• Transcripts and academic records from every college and/or university attended
• TOEFL or IELTS score (if applicable); McIntire requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100iBT or IELTS score of 7.5
• GMAT, GRE or Executive Assessment (EA) score (accepted but not required)  
• Application fee: $85
• Interview (invitation only)

Candidates who accept their offer of admission must submit their online enrollment agreement as well as $1,000 non-refundable deposit to reserve their place in the class and initiate their University of Virginia student account. A second and final non-refundable deposit of $1,500 is required to confirm your place in the class. Please refer to the M.S. in the Management of IT deadlines page for specific enrollment deposit submission dates. Upon enrollment, the entire $2,500 enrollment deposit will be applied to your tuition account.

For additional information, please visit the M.S. in the Management of IT program website or contact:

McIntire Office of Graduate Marketing and Admissions

140 Hospital Drive

P.O. Box 400173

Charlottesville, VA 22904-4173

(434) 982-6800

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https://www.commerce.virginia.edu/ms-mit

Departmental Financial Aid

The McIntire School of Commerce offers a limited number of departmental scholarships to qualified graduate students in the M.S. in the Management of IT program. Scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need and prospective students may express interest in being considered for a departmental scholarship in their application for admission. If awarded, scholarships will be communicated at the time of admission.

Transfer of Credit

The Master of Science in the Management of Information Technology Program typically requires students to complete all 30 credits of the program during their period of enrollment. Transfer credits must be approved by the Director of the M.S. in Management Information Technology Program.

Program Attendance

Given the intensive and cumulative nature of the Master of Science in the Management of Information Technology Program, students are expected to attend all scheduled class meetings (including online meetings) in their entirety. If a student arrives late, leaves early, or misses an entire day, there may be a deduction in class participation, which is part of the final course grade. Absence for more than two days in any module will automatically result in an evaluation of non-performance (“F”) in that module. Students are expected to communicate clearly and in advance their program commitments to all relevant parties, including family and work relationships.  In the event that a student cannot be present for any part of the program, or falls behind for any reason, it is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements with the appropriate faculty to make up the work as approved by the appropriate faculty member.

Grading & Academic Performance Expectations

Grading Policy

Grades are awarded only to students who are registered for and complete a course for credit. All courses are on a credit basis only and students must receive a grade. The letter grades used for grading students in McIntire graduate courses are: A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, F.

GPA Requirements for Graduation

Students are required to complete their program of study with a GPA of 2.70 or better in order to graduate.

Academic Performance Expectations

Good academic standing is defined as maintaining a 2.70 cumulative GPA. At the end of each module, a student’s academic performance will be evaluated by the Academic Program Director(s) to determine if a student is still in good academic standing. A student not meeting the 2.70 cumulative GPA criteria at the end of a given term (or after two modules) will be placed on Academic Probation. A notation of Academic Probation will be placed on the student’s academic record until resolution of the academic issues.

Good module performance is defined as a “B” grade or better. A student not meeting the module performance standard or on academic probation will meet regularly with his or her Academic Program Director(s) to ensure appropriate progress is being made toward degree completion.

A student who earns a cumulative GPA below 2.70 in three modules will be dismissed from his or her program of study. A student who earns a grade of “F” in any course will be dismissed from the program.

Behavioral & Administrative Expectations

Behavioral and administrative expectations are outlined throughout the Graduate Record and include but are not limited to required class attendance, making progress toward a degree, and fulfilling all expectations implied by enrollment at the University (e.g. Honor Code or Standards of Conduct).

Student adherence to these expectations will be evaluated periodically or when a situation is brought to the attention of an Academic Program Director.  If a student’s behavior is found to not be in adherence with the expectations, a warning will be issued to the student and a behavior modification plan will be put in place.  This plan will include a timeframe for reevaluation of the student’s behavior.  After a reevaluation is conducted, a student who has met the expectations of the behavior modification plan will return to good standing.  A student who is still not meeting the behavioral expectations outlined in the plan will be given a final opportunity to remediate the deficient behavior and return to good standing.  If, after a second opportunity to meet the expectations of the program and university, a student is still found to display behaviors inconsistent with the program expectations, an ‘Enforced Withdrawal’ will be enacted.

M.S. in MIT Course Descriptions

• GCOM 7790 - Enterprise Architecture Credits: 4
• GCOM 7800 - Advanced Enterprise Architecture Credits: 4
• GCOM 7810 - Strategic Management of IT Credits: 4
• GCOM 7830 - IT Project Management Credits: 2
• GCOM 7831 - IT Product Management Credits: 5
• GCOM 7832 - IT International Project Management Credits: 2
• GCOM 7840 - Innovation and Technology Management Credits: 4
• GCOM 7850 - IT-Driven Organizational Transformation Credits: 3
• GCOM 7860 - Digital Innovation Credits: 4

Optional Independent Study

With approval of the Academic Program Director, students may enroll in GCOM 7993 for any semester in the MSMIT program.  Interested students should consult with the Director of the MS in the Management of Information Technology program.

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Heriot-Watt enters UK top 40 universities

Published: 15 May 2024

Heriot-Watt has been named in the UK’s top 40 universities in the latest Complete University Guide published this week.

Out of 130 institutions, the annual guide ranked the University in joint 40th place alongside the University of Aberdeen, marking a rise of four places on last year.

Both universities went on to finish in joint fifth spot out of Scotland's 14 institutions - a single place improvement for Heriot-Watt.

The Guide also highlighted the University as coming first in Scotland for facilities spending, further underlining its commitment to providing an environment where students can achieve their full potential. 

The Complete University Guide provides independent insight into higher education in the UK, analysing a variety of metrics including student satisfaction, research quality, graduate prospects and entry standards. 

Professor Richard A. Williams , Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, said: “This latest league table underscores our commitment to academic excellence and is recognition of the work that goes into ensuring our students receive a transformative learning experience.

“While we take pride in acknowledging and celebrating this achievement, it also serves as a catalyst for our ongoing efforts to elevate the standing of this University in the years to come.”

To find out more about the latest league table visit the Complete University Guide website.

PhD with Integrated Study in Finance

Our Accounting and Finance subject group is one of the largest in the Business School, with approximately 50 academic colleagues providing high quality teaching and research, and a range of research centres and networks which create real-world influence in business, government, and the public sector.

This programme is currently undergoing the final approval process. We anticipate applications will open in January 2024.

The programme offers credited research training for those researching a financial topic, such as behavioural finance, asset pricing, corporate finance and governance, and aspects affecting financial markets and institutions. Supported by experts within the field, you will have the opportunity to develop a doctoral thesis based on original and relevant research.

PhD with Integrated Study in Finance at a glance

• Study over four years full time, with an additional 'writing-up' year available to all
• During your first year, undertake 180 credits of taught courses designed to train you in the theory and methods necessary to conduct high-quality research
• Access numerous database subscriptions to support your research, such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Datastream, Eikon, Morningstar Direct, SNL Financial, and Wharton Research Data Service (WRDS) which features, among others, access to Boardex, Compustat, CRSP, and Sustainalytics data
• Support and access to a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities during your studies
• We encourage our students to aim higher, presenting papers at prestigious conferences and submit articles for publication

Entry requirements

Find out our academic, English language, and application requirements for the PhD in Finance.

Programme overview

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