Master of Finance

Overview

The program Master of Finance - Banking at DNTU focus on research-oriented and application-oriented approaches, boost learners with advanced and systematic knowledge in finance, banking, and financial markets. The program enhances learners’ analytical, planning, and financial decision-making competencies in the context of the digital economy and FinTech. Emphasis is placed on developing professional skills, scientific research capacity, strategic thinking, and professional ethics, enabling graduates to be creative, highly adaptable, responsible, and capable of adapting of sustainable development for organizations..

Industry code

8340201

Admission subject combination

- Group 1 (Relevant Major): Bachelor of Finance – Banking/ Bachelor of Finance and Banking.
- Group 2 (Related Majors): Economics; Political Economics; Investment Economics; Development Economics; International Economics; Economic Statistics; Mathematical Economics; Digital Economics; Business Administration; Real Estate; International Business; Commercial Business; Commerce; E-commerce; Insurance; Financial Technology (FinTech); Accounting; Industrial Economics.
Additional Knowledge Requirement: Applicants in group 2 are required to complete supplementary (bridging) courses.

Academic years

2 years

Degree

Master

Master of Finance - Banking

Highlights of the program

Comprehensive Curriculum

The program is developed with a scientific and modern structure, providing learners with a solid and in-depth knowledge base in corporate finance, commercial banking, financial markets, and investment. It enables learners to enhance their analytical capabilities, systems thinking, and ability to address complex financial issues in the context of the digital economy and international integration.

Development of Analytical and Decision-Making Competencies

The program emphasis on developing skills in financial analysis, risk management, project appraisal, data analysis, and forecasting, thereby supporting learners in strengthening strategic planning abilities and making effective financial decisions for enterprises, banks, and financial institutions.

Advanced Training in Modern Finance and Banking

Learners are exposed to advanced areas of finance and banking such as international finance, international banking, behavioral finance, derivatives, financial investment and portfolio management, and modern commercial bank management. Hence, the program enables learners to keep pace with the development trends of the domestic and international financial and banking systems.

Application of Technology and FinTech in Finance and Banking

The program integrates content related to FinTech, financial data analytics, and artificial intelligence in finance and banking, enabling learners to master modern tools and models that support management, control, and innovation in financial activities in the digital era.

Integration of Scientific Research and Practice

Learners are equipped with scientific research methodologies in the field of finance and banking, and are capable of conducting applied research projects, academic papers, and theses. The program creates opportunities for learners to apply theoretical knowledge to solving practical problems faced by organizations and enterprises.

Development of Professional Ethics and Leadership Capacity

The program places particular emphasis on business ethics, internal control and auditing, as well as leadership and management skills, helping learners develop professional conduct, a high sense of responsibility, and a mindset oriented toward sustainable development.

Career Development and Globalization

The program opens up diverse career opportunities in banking, corporate finance, investment, insurance, FinTech, as well as research and teaching. At the same time, learners are well prepared to work in multicultural and internationally integrated environments, meeting the demands of both domestic and international labor markets.

Learning, Teaching & Assessment Methods

Teaching Methods

● The program adopts modern, learner-centered teaching approaches, integrating advanced theoretical knowledge with practical cases in the field of finance and banking. Interactive learning activities, including case studies, group discussions, simulations, and practice-based projects, are designed to foster critical thinking, strategic thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning capacity, enabling learners to achieve the program’s intended learning outcomes. ● The program emphasizes on encouraging and enabling learners to take initiative in research, analysis, and proposing solutions to finance and banking issues in the digital economy and globalization. Hence, learners enhance the analytical competence and ability to develop and solve professional problems, meeting the practical requirements of enterprises, banks, and financial institutions.

Program structure

Year 1
Year 2

Semester 1

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

CB80101 – Philosophy (4)

CB80201 – Research Methodology (3)

TA80301 – English B2 (3)

TC80001 – Quantitative Methods in Finance (3)

TC80002 – Money, Banking, and Financial Markets (3)

TC80003 – Financial Analysis and Financial Modeling (2)

Semester 2

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TC80004 – Financial Information Systems (3)

TC80005 – Advanced Financial Risk Management (3)

Elective Courses (choose 2 out of 6):

TC81001 – Advanced Corporate Finance (3)

TC81002 – Advanced International Finance (3)

TC81003 – Financial and Banking Law (3)

TC81004 – International Banking (3)

TC81005 – Advanced Project Appraisal (3)

TC81006 – Data nalysis and Forecasting (3)

Semester 3

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TC80006 – Financial Investment and Portfolio Management (3)

TC80007 – Advanced Commercial Bank Management (3)

Elective Courses (choose 3 out of 9):

TC81007 – Derivative Finance (3)

TC81008 – Behavioral Finance (3)

TC81009 – Mergers and Acquisitions (3)

TC81010 – Internal Control and Internal Auditing (3)

TC81011 – Management Accounting and Business Analysis (3)

TC81012 – Business Valuation (3)

TC81013 – Financial and Banking Services Marketing (3)

TC81014 – Financial Technology (FinTech) (3)

TC81015 – Business Ethics (3)

Semester 4

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TC80008 – Research Seminar (3)

TC80009 – Master’s Thesis (12)

Career opportunities

Graduates can take on positions such as:

Researchers and financial analysts in the fields of finance and banking; research staff at research institutes, higher education institutions, government agencies, central banks, and domestic and international financial organizations;
Finance and banking specialists or experts working in commercial banks, credit institutions, securities companies, fund management companies, insurance firms, non-bank financial institutions, and FinTech enterprises;
Corporate finance professionals responsible for financial management, risk management, investment, project appraisal, and strategic financial planning in domestic enterprises and foreign-invested companies;

Managers and senior specialists in finance, banking, investment, and insurance at economic and financial organizations, with sufficient qualifications to pursue further academic research and to engage in teaching in finance and banking programs at higher education institutions in accordance with current regulations.