University of East London

MBA Master of Business Administration - FinTech Management

University of East London

Course overview

The MBA Master of Business Administration - FinTech Management (with Placement Year) at the University of East London focuses on developing business professionals who can lead and manage organisations within the fast-growing financial technology sector. This course highlights the skills needed to understand digital finance, manage business operations, and respond to challenges affecting financial services at a global level.

The FinTech management pathway is designed to develop critical thinking and leadership skills, with a strong focus on technology-driven financial innovation. The programme includes a placement year, allowing students to gain real-world experience alongside their studies.

The University of East London’s MBA Master of Business Administration—FinTech Management (With Placement Year) offers a learning experience that combines theory with practice through case studies, group projects, and applied business activities. Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Assessment methods include written examinations, individual and group assignments, case analyses, and a project where students solve real business challenges.

Entry requirements

Here are the typical entry requirements to study the MBA Master of Business Administration - FinTech Management (with Placement Year) at the University of East London:

For this course, the university considers applicants with relevant working experience even without formal education.

 

Grade requirements:

  • Applicants need a bachelor's degree with a minimum of Second Class (2:2) or its equivalent in any subject. For international students, the University of East London accepts a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate, and BTEC qualifications. 

 

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Payment Discount

    If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.

Career opportunities

With an MBA in Master of Business Administration—FinTech Management (with Placement Year) from the University of East London, students can pursue a career in business as:

  • Startup Founder/CEO
  • Business Development Manager
  • Venture Capital Analyst/Associate
  • Innovation Consultant
  • Franchise Development Director

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) for the MBA Master of Business Administration - FinTech Management (with Placement Year) at the University of East London is £18,960 per year. 

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's online application portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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