Program Overview

MS in Financial Technology Program

The MS in Financial Technology program at Fairfield University is designed to prepare graduates to encounter new technology in finance and make important assessments about how it is applied to add value for customers and institutions.

Program Details

• Format & Location: Online, Hybrid
• School/College: Charles F. Dolan School of Business
• Start Dates: Spring (January), Fall (September), Summer (May)
• Application Deadline: Rolling Admission
• Completion: 12-24 Months
• Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Credits: 30
• Cost per credit: $1,285

Program Overview

The MS in Financial Technology prepares graduates to make an impact in the field by providing instruction in financial analytics, financial data processing, knowledge management, data visualization, effective decision communication, machine learning for finance, statistical inference, and dynamic modeling of financial data, and project management.

Curriculum

• Gain the skills needed to make an impact in the field
• Study data-driven financial technologies, including financial analytics, data processing, data visualization, machine learning, statistical inference, and project management
• Develop a foundational background in traditional finance, explore leading innovations in the field, and gain an in-depth understanding of the technology driving innovation
• Prepare to be a leader in the sector with a STEM-designated degree program

Accreditations

• AACSB accreditation, recognizing the Dolan School of Business as among the top 5% in business education worldwide

Faculty

• Learn from industry experts with firsthand insights and guidance

Admission Information

• Personal, academic, and financial guidance throughout the program
• Admission requirements, tuition, and financial aid information available

Career Support

• The Dolan Career Development Center provides professional development services to enrich graduate students' academic experiences and inspire tomorrow's business leaders
• Interstride career platform supports international students and those interested in global careers with access to job and internship opportunities, visa and immigration resources, and country-specific career insights

Rankings

• #17 Graduate Finance Programs, U.S. News and World Report, 2023
• #68 Best Online Master's in Business Programs, U.S. News & World Report

Program Outcomes

• Advance qualifications with an MS in Financial Technology degree
• Prepare for a career in financial technology with a comprehensive education in finance, technology, and leadership.