Master in financial technology

This concentration focuses on teaching students how to identify, analyse, and manage financial risks. This concentration might cover various risk types, including market, credit, operational and liquidity risks, using quantitative methods, financial theory and regulatory frameworks to prepare students for managing risks in financial institutions and corporations. This specific concentration is supported by the Frankfurt Institute for Risk Management and Regulation (FIRM) which supports our students with a number of generous scholarships.

This concentration equips students with the expertise to integrate sustainability into financial analysis and decision-making processes. Participants will develop leadership skills essential for driving a successful sustainability transition within their financial institutions and beyond. The curriculum addresses real-world challenges currently faced by financial institutions in implementing sustainable finance strategies. Additionally, all students enrolled in the Sustainable Finance concentration are eligible to apply for the CHOM CAPITAL Sustainable Impact Diversity Scholarship, which cover up to 25% of tuition fees.

The Central Banking and Financial Regulation concentration educates students on the activities of central banks and their critical role in the global financial system. The concentration provides students with an in-depth understanding of monetary policy, financial stability, banking supervision and modern payment systems. It equips students with the analytical and quantitative skills essential for a successful career in central banks, regulatory institutions and the broader public and private financial sector. In view of this, Frankfurt School’s extensive network in one of Europe’s largest financial centres and the only city worldwide hosting two central banks, offers unique advantages.

Graduates will acquire an in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of cutting-edge financial technologies and the evolving digital economy. They will gain comprehensive knowledge of foundational finance principles, data-driven innovation, regulatory frameworks, and emerging digital business models. This will equip them with the ability to analyse, structure, and evaluate complex financial technology challenges in a global context.

Graduates will apply state-of-the-art financial technologies, data-driven methods, and rigorous analytical techniques to address multifaceted challenges in the digital finance ecosystem. They will leverage scientific and quantitative approaches, as well as machine learning and computational models, to design innovative solutions that support strategic decision-making and foster sustainable growth in a changing financial system.

Graduates will be effective and persuasive communicators in the interdisciplinary setting of financial technology, articulating complex concepts clearly and credibly. They will act as responsible team members, collaborating with diverse stakeholders—from financial experts and data scientists to entrepreneurs and regulators—to achieve common objectives. Graduates will also recognise and address conflict potentials in team settings, reflecting on them to foster constructive outcomes and sustainable, innovation-driven solutions.

Graduates will cultivate a professional identity centered on ethical integrity, cultural awareness, and social responsibility within the global financial technology environment. They will recognize the impact of their decisions, products, and services on individuals, institutions, and society at large. Grounded in industry standards and regulatory frameworks, they will act as responsible innovators, ensuring that their development and application of financial technologies adhere to ethical, legal, and sustainable principles.

A Master in Financial Technology (FinTech) is an inderdiscinplinary programme combining finance, data science and emerging technologies. It prepares students to lead innovation in digital banking, blockchain, AI-driven investment and sustainable finance. Our programme emphasises real-world applications, from portfolio management to cybersecurity and decentralised finance.

A FinTech Master is a great choice for students looking to future-oriented careers in finance and innovation. The financial industry is rapidly evolving with advancements in AI, blockchain and digital banking, and a master’s degree ensures students are at the leading edge of these developments. A Master’s in FinTech equips students with the technical and analytical skills needed to drive a data-informed, tech-enabled financial world. It also offers strong career prospects, high earning potential and flexibility across sectors from investment firms and banks to start-ups and regulatory bodies.

Germany is the leading country for FinTech in continental Europe with its strong financial sector, leading universities and growing start-up scene. Globally, the UK, USA and Singapore are also leaders in FinTech academics and innovation. These are great locations for studying and studying abroad for students interested in the field.