Economics and Financial Technology

This Economics and Financial Technology program at University of Galway welcomes applications from graduates of business, economics and finance degrees, or computer science and engineering graduates with a background in economics. Leveraging Galway's robust presence in both finance and analytics, this Master's degree consolidates these strengths into a single, comprehensive offering.

Key facts

The program's curriculum encompasses a blend of theoretical foundations and applied subjects, covering crucial areas such as:

• The impact of financial technology on the economy

• Economic theory and econometrics

• Finance, technology, and data science

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for a seamless transition to various careers in financial services, including but not limited to roles such as:

• Fintech Analyst

• Quantitative Analyst

• Blockchain Consultant

• Financial Data Scientist

• Fintech Product Manager

• Risk Management Specialist

• Financial Technology Strategist

• Investment Analyst

• Regulatory Compliance Officer

• Financial Systems Developer

• Cryptocurrency Researcher

• Algorithmic Trading Developer

• Payment Systems Architect

• Financial Technology Consultant

• Economic Policy Analyst

Courses include:

• Financial Technology and the Economy

• Financial Econometrics

• Applied Portfolio Management

• Cybersecurity Risk Management

• Information Technology Law

• Strategic Management