Where the programme is relevant
The curriculum maps to the functions that run a modern fintech or brokerage. We explain the skills; we never promise a particular role, promotion or salary.
Product and platforms
Trading platform administration, product pricing, brokerage technology and data.
Modules: Trading platforms; Pricing, liquidity and treasury; AI and machine learning
Brokerage operations
Dealing and execution, treasury and payments, client money and reconciliation.
Modules: Dealing and execution; Pricing, liquidity and treasury
Risk
Exposure monitoring, hedging, stress testing and risk frameworks for leveraged books.
Modules: Risk management; Derivatives; Mathematics and statistics
Compliance and financial crime
Onboarding, KYC and anti-money laundering, cross-border regulatory mapping and reporting.
Modules: Regulation and financial crime compliance
Client experience
Acquisition, service operations, complaints handling and fair treatment of clients.
Modules: Client acquisition, services and account management
Commercial strategy
Business cases, valuation, market structure and strategic decision-making.
Modules: Section 1 Foundations; Master’s thesis
Please note. A degree by itself does not grant permission to run or work in a regulated firm in any role that requires individual authorisation. Professional licensing is separate.
Careers and Placement Hub
- One-to-one career advice
- Work placements and volunteering
- Employability Awards
- Industry mentors for your thesis
- Employer-commissioned thesis topics
- An alumni network
Beyond study
Planned community initiatives include a partnership with the UAE Cricket Team, university alumni events and International Women’s Day events.
Employers interested in sponsoring cohorts, commissioning theses or offering placements are welcome to get in touch.