Call for Applications: Master in Banking, Finance & http://ifi.edu.vn/en/dao-tao/Master-in-Banking-Finance-and-Fintech.html (3rd cohort)

I.GENERAL INFORMATION

Presentation

The program provides learners with: (1) in-depth knowledge of banking and finance; (2) skills in applying Fintech tools in the banking and finance sectors; and (3) the knowledge, skills, and spirit of entrepreneurship. The program aims to train high-quality human resources in the fields of banking, finance, Fintech, and related fields in the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0.

Strong Points: This is the program

• European Standards, Global Recognition;
• Pioneering in Vietnam and 2nd in Southeast Asia
• 50% of the program is taught by highly qualified professors from France and the UK with work experience in London-Fintech Capital of Europe;
• Attractive career opportunities in the banking and finance industry in the age of digital transformation;
• Student exchange opportunities and internships in France, UK.
• Scholarship opportunities for excellent students.

II. PROGRAM

Program content

75 European ECTS credits, with 16 knowledge blocks. The subjects of the program belong to the following knowledge blocks:

• Introduction to program
• Banking I: Retail banking
• Banking II: M&A for investment banking 
• Fintech I: Emerging sector
• Fintech II: Coding for finance and fintech
• Connecting to the real world I
• Research methodology and dissertation outline
• Banking III: Investment products
• Banking IV: Compliance
• Banking V: Operational risk management
• Banking VI: Fiduciary responsibility
• Fintech III: Advanced tools
• Connecting to the real world II
• Career path
• Internship
• Dissertation 

For detailed program: Here

The program is taught simultaneously in IFI and the Oxford campus of EM Normandie, UK. The opening ceremony of Session 1 took place at IFI on March 26, 2021.

Teaching Method

• Combine classroom teaching (lecturers; seminars by experts from the business) with professional experience; internship and thesis

III. ADMISSION

Admission scale & procedure

Admission scale: 35 students / class / course

Admission procedure: File review and Interview

Admission Criteria

• Qualifications: Students who hold a four-year bachelor degree or equivalent
• Bachelor of major groups: Economics, Business, Finance - Banking - Insurance, Accounting - Auditing, Information Technology, and Computers.
• Candidates who do not have the above knowledge or are not accepted by the admissions committee need to take an additional knowledge course organized by IFI.
• English: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Candidates who do not comply with the English language requirements may participate in the pre-Master language preparation program organized by IFI.

Timeline

Submission: August 30th, 2023 (or until it reaches the quota)

Opening: 10/2023.

IV. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FinTech uses technology to meet the needs of clients working in Finance and Banking. The industry’s purpose is making optimum use of technology so that it guarantees a more efficient service than traditional approaches to banking.. FinTech occupations range from starting a business to many other positions such as:

• Digital banking Project Manager
• Product Manager at a Fintech
• Financial Analyst at an investment bank
• Corporate Analyst in a multinational
• Financial Services startups Consultant at a professional services firm
• SME Client Relationship Manager at a Fintech or Retail Bank

V. TUITION FEES AND SCHOLARSHIP (2023-2024)

Tuition: 175.000.000 VND (~6.500 Euros)

Admission fee: 1.050.000 VND (~40 Euros) 

Scholarships:

- President's Scholarship for international students (2 scholarships: 100% tuition fee waiver, housing support in the dormitory of VNU, for students from countries with priority in foreign policy of IFI)
- Free housing support for international students (in the dormitory of VNU, open to all international students, the duration is based on the actual time studying in Vietnam)

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Application form

Call for applications 2023

Brochure

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CONTACT

Center for Management of University Programs and Continuing Education, IFI

Room 207, Building E5, 144 Xuan Thuy, Cau Giay, Hanoi (Vietnam)

Tel :   +84 24 37549505  Hotline: +84 96 235 1619

Email: admission.ifi@vnu.edu.vn

Web: www.ifi.vnu.edu.vn

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