Financial Data Science (Dubai) MSc

University of Birmingham, Dubai

Propel your career in the financial sector to new heights. With a blend of finance, mathematics, statistics and data science, you’ll gain practical experience in harnessing data to inform decisions.

With a focus on practical skills, industry engagement, and experiential learning, you’ll be equipped to succeed in today's competitive job market. Open up a world of opportunities from quantitative analysis and data science, to financial engineering and risk analysis.

Course highlights

During the summer, you'll undertake a 60-credit research module, giving you the opportunity to apply your knowledge to an independent research project. This will involve selecting a topic of interest within Financial Data Science that will apply or expand the skills learned in the taught modules.

It will also involve critical analysis of the problem under investigation in the context of known literature, description of the methods used or developed and presentation of the final result.

The project culminates in a well-structured dissertation, demonstrating advanced research, analytical, and communication skills.

• Benefit from guest lectures and seminars delivered by leading industry and subject experts, providing valuable insights into current trends and practices in the financial sector
• Immerse yourself in a collaborative learning environment through group projects, seminars, and networking events
• Engage with peers and industry professionals to build valuable connections and enhance your teamwork and communication skills

Career opportunities

You'll be well equipped with a versatile skill set that will open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in the financial industry and beyond.

Some potential career paths include Quantitative Analyst, Data Scientist, Financial Engineer, Risk Analyst, Investment Analyst, Financial Technology (FinTech) Specialist or Consultant. Whatever you choose to do, you'll be sure to leave us with the knowledge you need in this field.