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ATU - Donegal Campuses
Governance & IT in Financial Services - Letterkenny
This programme focuses on the development of knowledge around the financial services industry, principles of data protection, governance and ethics and information systems. Students will also develop skills around regulatory frameworks as well as IT security, compliance and privacy and risk management and audit. The Masters programme concludes with a capstone work based learning project based on situated learning and reflection. A Postgraduate Diploma qualification is also offered for this course where learners complete the same modules without the requirement to undertake the capstone Work Based Learning project.
Who should apply?
This programme aims to meet the legal, compliance, governance and I.T needs of financial services companies and has been developed in collaboration with key employers within the relevant industry. The course is designed to enhance skills, judgment and ability to apply the regulatory requirements in the management and practice of compliance.
Subjects taught
What will I study?
Modules:
Financial Services Industry
Blockchain Technology and
Practice
Principles of Information
Systems
Governance Ethics & Regulation
Research Methods
Financial Services Regulation
IT Security, Compliance &
Privacy
IT Risk Management & Audit
Work Based Learning
Entry requirements
Applicants require a second class honours grade (2.2) in a Level 8 Honours degree with a specialisation in law, business or IT. (A 2.1 grade is preferable).
Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.
Application dates
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
Duration
1.5 years part-time online course.
Study Hours
It is recommended to allow independent learning of 10- 12 hours per week for a 10-credit module and 5-6 hours for a 5-credit module.
Fees
EU Fees: €5,000.00
Non-EU Fees: €10,000.00
More details
Qualification letters
MA
Qualifications
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Attendance type
Part time
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