Fintech

Higher Diploma in Science in FinTech.
Overview
Technological innovation applied to financial services has created a wave of disruptive activity that will change the shape of the global financial system over the next decade.

This has created demand from graduates and employees for programmes specifically tailored to the skills required for a changing financial services industry.

This is an interdisciplinary programme that focuses on finance, data analytics and computing. It is designed to appeal to graduates seeking to gain exposure to FinTech - the technology enabled business model innovation in the financial sector.

This is an innovative programme with an integrated delivery from end-to-end covering a wide range of financial technology topics, whilst providing a focus on application and the regulation required in this area. The programme focuses on practical skills in core areas such as data & financial analytics, e-Finance, financial services and cybersecurity while also offering applied skills in contemporary topics such as data analytics, and financial applications. Its aim is to create a mastery of core financial technologies and financial systems while also enhancing the practical technical skills of the learners.

The specific programme aims are as follows:
• Develop learner's criticality in order to analyse industry trends in Fintech
• Provide learners with a platform to develop the requisite knowledge and technical skills in current and developing financial technologies
• Prepare learners to work effectively and collaboratively in the execution of common goals
• Provide learners with systematic knowledge of the management of Financial Technology in organisational and regulatory contexts
• Facilitate the development by the learner of applied skills that are directly complementary and relevant to the workplace
• Identify and develop autonomous learning skills for the learner
• Enable the learner to identify, develop and apply analytical, creative, problem solving and research skills
• Provide the learner with a comprehensive platform for career development, innovation and further study.

The Higher Diploma in Science in FinTech is an academic programme informed by the clinical and academic experience of the lecturers. Modules will be delivered through a mix of lectures, workshops and tutorials, and teaching will focus on the learner applying problem solving skills and undertaking critical reflection and critique of case studies. Assessment methods include in-class tests and MCQS, presentations, analysis of case studies, assignments and project work.

Structure
The programme is structured to deliver the taught component, contributing 60 credits in one year full time and 2 years part time.

For full-time students, the taught component consists of six modules.

For part-time students, delivery of the programme is structured over four taught semesters. During each semester, students are typically required to attend lectures on two evenings per week and occasional weekend workshops.

The course has six key components:
1. Class room lectures
2. Case Based learning
3. Practical Skills Sessions
4. Workshops
5. Tutorials
6. Individual and Group work

The Higher Diploma in Science in FinTech has the following content:
• Financial Services Innovation
• Fintech Regulatory Environment
• Data Analytics
• Fintech Operations
• Blockchain & e-Payments
• Capstone (Project)

The minimum entry requirements for the Higher Diploma in Science in FinTech are a Level 8 degree in a cognate discipline OR a Level 8 degree in a non-cognate discipline with 1-2 years professional experience in a related industry. Due to the mathematical nature of the content candidates will be required to show sufficient competency in mathematics.

In addition, for applicants whose first language is not English and who have not undertaken their undergraduate degree through English the following is required:

The minimum requirement for a non-native English speaker is greater or equal to B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages for admission Non?EU applicants, resident outside Ireland/EU, must apply directly to the International Admissions Office at DBS.

We are now accepting applications for programmes taking place in 2022. Contact our admissions team for more information.

Email: admissions@dbs.ie
Phone: 01 417 7500

Opening times:
Monday to Friday
8:45 to 5:15

Application Information and Procedure
Masters Programmes EU Applicants
Applicants should complete the appropriate application form and submit it online or return it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the following documentation:
• Academic Transcripts (original and official english translation where issued in another language). Applicants who have previously attended DBS do not need to provide this documentation
• Proof of Identification (drivers licence or passport)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent) where full-time study has been conducted in a language other than English or applicants whose first language is not English

Please see programme content for any course specific additional application procedures and specific minimum entry requirements including English language if applicable.

In addition to the above, in the instance of Non-EU applicants who have residency in Ireland:
• A copy of your GNIB (Garda National Immigration Bureau) Card, work permit (if applicable) and passport
• The letter that was issued to you by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform stating why you were provided with the above documentation

Higher Diploma Programmes EU Applicants
Applicants should complete the appropriate application form and return it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the following documentation:
• Academic Transcripts (original and official english translation where issued in another language). Applicants who have previously attended DBS need not provide this documentation
• Proof of Identification (drivers licence or passport)
• Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent) where full-time study has been conducted in a language other than English or applicants whose first language is not English
• Detailed Curriculum Vitea
• Please see programme content for any course specific additional application procedures and specific minimum entry requirements.

In addition to the above, in the instance of Non-EU applicants who have residency in Ireland:
• A copy of your GNIB (Garda National Immigration Bureau) card, work permit (if applicable) and passport
• The letter that was issued to you by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform stating why you were provided with the above documentation.

Applications can be made online at www.dbs.ie or by contacting the Admissions Office for an application form.
For further information please contact:
The Postgraduate Admissions Office Dublin Business School 13/14 Aungier Street, Dublin 2
T: +353 1 4177500
F: +353 1 4177543
E: admissions@dbs.ie
W: www.dbs.ie

Non-EU Applicants
Non-EU Applicants should complete the appropriate application form and return it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the following documentation:
• Academic Transcripts (original and official English translation where issued in another language).
• Applicants who have previously attended DBS do not need to provide this documentation
• Proof of Identification (passport)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent) where full-time study has been conducted in a language other than English or applicants whose first language is not English
• Academic/business references (ideally one academic and one business). These are not required for Business programmes
• A copy of your GNIB (Garda National Immigration Bureau) card, work permit (if applicable)

Please see programme content for any course specific additional application procedures and specific programme minimum entry requirements.

Applications can be made online at www.dbs.ie or by contacting the International Admissions Office for an application form. For further information please contact:
The International Admissions Office Dublin Business School 13/14 Aungier Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
T: +353 1 4177500
F: +353 1 4177543
E: international@dbs.ie

Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years

Career Opportunities
FinTech has quickly become one of the biggest sectors in tech. From an employer perspective, there are a number of companies looking for graduates with these skills in the short and medium term. Career opportunities exist in banking, insurance, and technology companies as well as in innovative start-up situations.

December 13th 2016, Minister Eoghan Murphy TD, unveiled 10 FinTech start-ups ready to launch in conjunction with Enterprise Ireland. It is estimated that from start-ups to multinationals, as many as 5,000 new jobs could be created in the Irish FinTech sector by 2020.