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MSc Venture Capital and Private Equity with Financial Technology

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    MSc 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Masters Degree Description

This programme focuses on three key pillars: venture capital; private markets; and FinTech start-ups. These three financial pillars are studied in combination; with comparisons and links drawn between them throughout the programme. The combination and contributions of these will allow you to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this financial field.

About this degree

As a student of our Venture Capital and Private Equity with Financial Technology MSc,l you will cover the most innovative aspects of start-up activities and FinTech in order to analyse how timing, governance, value creation, competitive dynamics, alternative business models, and performance management can determine the scale-up, growth, and success of companies.

Who this course is for

We encourage applications from prospective students with a background in an appropriate subject such as finance, computer science, mathematics, economics or other quantitative disciplines. Relevant work experience in the finance industry is highly recommended but not essential. This includes (but is not limited to) experience as an analyst, risk or portfolio manager, trader, or as a business entrepreneur.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) such as economics, finance, mathematics, physics, statistics or engineering. Relevant work experience in the finance industry is highly recommended but not essential. This includes (but is not limited to) experience as an analyst, risk or portfolio manager, trader or business entrepreneur.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

IFT boasts an excellent reputation for top graduates, and the career prospects for our students are excellent. You can find our graduates in start-ups, Angel investment firms, investment banks and other financial institutions all over the world.

The best performing students from this programmes are offered the opportunity to win internships with leading FinTech firms. Student hopefuls receive mentoring, interview practice and comprehensive feedback on their performance, to support their opportunities and progression in the employment market.

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  • Fundamentals of Venture Capital and Private Equity
  • Venture Capital and Private Equity Valuation
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Introduction to Regulation for Fintech, Private Equity and Venture Capital Firms
  • Foundations of Financial Technology
  • Portfolio Management and Asset Allocation in Private Equity and Venture Capital
  • Start-up and Innovative Business Modelling
  • Data Analytics and Machine Learning
  • Dissertation

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change.

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