MCom Financial Technology at University of the Witwatersrand

Programme overview

The Master of Commerce by coursework and research report in the field of Financial Technology is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree. The Master of Commerce degree programme in the field of Financial Technology is designed to equip students with a profound understanding of both financial principles and emerging technologies, fostering the development of skills essential for navigating the complex landscape of Financial Technology. By integrating finance and technology, the programme seeks to produce professionals capable of driving innovation, managing risks associated with technological advancements, and contributing to the development of ethical and compliant financial solutions

Faculty: Commerce, Law and Management | Department: Economics and Finance | Duration: 1 - 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

The following compulsory courses must be registered for:; Business Finance Research Report; Fintech; Big Data Analytics and Machine Learning; Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies; Quantitative Research Techniques; Elective courses (Choose Two):; Portfolio Management; Advanced Theory of Corporate Finance; Advanced Theory of Investment; Advanced Theory of Derivatives; Advanced Financial Risk Management

Career pathways

Blockchain Developer Financial Data Scientist Fintech Financial Analyst Fintech Product Manager Risk Management Specialist Consultant in FinTech Quantitative Analyst Payment Solutions Architect Venture Capital Analyst in FinTech RegTech Specialist Fintech Entrepreneur WealthTech Specialist

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to have achieved an average of at least 65% for Honours in Finance. Foreign applicants should note that they must have their prior degrees assessed by the South African Qualifications Authority before making an application to the School.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Postgraduate applications are made online at www.wits.ac.za/applications; the closing date for each programme is listed in its course finder entry. The application fee is R200 (not payable by current Wits students applying online), paid via the Self-Service Portal or by EFT to the Wits University Application Fees account at FNB.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wits.ac.za/applications

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