Code

PG24328

Title

Master of Science in Financial Analytics

Programme Purpose

The Master’s has been designed to meet the growing need for financial professionals with the practical skills required for a rapidly evolving data driven financial function. In this programme, graduates will understand the core principles of finance, be equipped to utilise data analytics, machine learning, and visualisation tools, apply the appropriate financial analytic models, and acquire enhanced understanding of business decision making in an ethical and cyber context. This programme provide knowledge and skills in the area of predictive financial modelling, applied financial analytics, financial risk management, behavioural economics and finance, financial decision-making, data analytics and machine learning, intelligence and visualisation as well as information and cybersecurity management. The programme aims to incorporate practical skills in each module for the professional development of learners to enhance their employability options. This will enable learners to integrate seamlessly into any commercial enterprise by demonstrating analytical ability, curiosity, resilience, leadership, self-management, teamwork and effective communication skills. Semester two also comprises an Applied Research Methods module, which focuses on research and development skills. This module will inform the learner’s Applied Research Project in Semester three (FT). The Masters is a 1 year full-time, 18 months part-time programme of three 10 ECTS and seven 5 ECTS taught modules, and a 25 ECTS Applied Research Project.

Duration Description

NFQ Level(s)

9

EQF Level(s)

7

Location

Dublin City

Delivery Modes

Centre/School/College Based

Full Time

Part Time

PEL Applies

Yes

PEL Arrangements

Alternate Providers

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Validation Documents

Certificate of Validation, Panel Report