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MBA Financial Technology in Knowledge Partnership with EY India
Program details
What is MBA in Financial Technology?
The MBA in Financial Technology is a specialised management program, offered in knowledge partnership with EY India, is an industry-integrated program that combines finance, digital technologies, analytics, regulation, and product innovation. Designed for professionals who want to work where finance, technology, analytics, and regulation intersect. Specialisation modules are delivered by EY India faculty, combining business fundamentals with practical, application-led learning for today’s digital finance landscape.
This MBA in fintech blends core finance- accounting, corporate finance, investment strategies, and valuation—with high-growth domains such as digital payments, digital lending, WealthTech, InsureTech, blockchain in financial services, RegTech, open banking, and cloud-based finance architectures. Students also build job-ready capability in Excel modelling, Python, SQL, Power BI, AI/ML, and digital finance analytics, preparing them for roles in digital banking, fintech product management, consulting organisations, payments, lending, RegTech, blockchain in financial services, and compliance in digital finance, and technology-led start-ups.
Program Highlights
- EY co-designed and EY-delivered specialisation modules for strong industry alignment
- Strong foundation in accounting, corporate finance, investment strategy, valuation, and digital finance
- Hands-on toolkit covering Excel modelling, Python, SQL, Power BI, AI/ML, and blockchain fundamentals
- Coverage across payments, lending, compliance in digital finance, analytics, big data, and cloud finance platforms
- Focus on fintech business models, regulation, product thinking, and decision-making in digital finance
Industry Trends & Career Opportunities
FinTech is reshaping financial services through faster payments, platform-led lending, data-driven risk decisions, and digital compliance. As adoption accelerates, demand is rising for professionals who can translate financial fundamentals into scalable, technology-enabled products and models, especially in AI-driven fraud detection, credit scoring, embedded finance, open banking, RegTech, and blockchain-led innovation. This makes the MBA in Financial Technology scope especially relevant for students seeking careers at the intersection of finance, analytics, technology, and regulation.
MBA fintech careers span product and strategy, payments, lending, analytics, risk, compliance, consulting, and emerging technology roles. Graduates can explore roles such as FinTech Product Manager, Digital Product Strategy Manager, Digital Payments Manager, FinTech Operations Manager, Digital Lending Manager, Risk & Fraud Analytics Manager, Predictive Finance Analyst, FinTech Strategy Consultant, AML/KYC Compliance Officer, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Blockchain Business Analyst, and Web3 Business Development Manager. With experience, progression can lead to Head of Product, VP–Digital Banking/Payments, Chief Digital or FinTech Officer, Director–Innovation & Strategy, or entrepreneurship as a FinTech founder.
Placements
The MBA in Financial Technology program supports placement readiness through portfolio-backed analytics skills, product thinking, compliance understanding, and financial modelling capability. Graduates are suited for opportunities across fintech companies, banks, NBFCs, consulting firms, and technology-led start-ups.
The program prepares students for digital finance roles across payments, lending, risk, strategy, compliance, product management, and innovation, with career pathways extending into fintech product management, digital banking, RegTech, and blockchain-led financial services.
Fee Structure
View detailed for fee structure for the MBA in Financial Technology program.
Eligibility
Interested candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the MBA in Financial Technology program, offered in knowledge partnership with EY India:
- Minimum 50% marks in Classes X and XII, and minimum 60% in Graduation
- Graduation from a recognised university in any stream
Selection Criteria
Selection for MBA in FinTech admissions at UPES is based on performance in UPESMET / national-level entrance exams, followed by a Personal Interview.
Curriculum
Semester 1
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organizational Behaviour | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Marketing Management | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Managerial Economics | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Accounting for Decision Making | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Digital Payments Evolution and Tools | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Managerial Communication I | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Excel & Applied Financial Modelling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Digital Lending & AI Integration | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Business Environment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Individual Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| EDGE Aptitude Intermediate | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Placement 101 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| EDGE Intermediate Employability Skills with Practice | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| AI Systems & Data for Decision-Makers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 21 | 0 | 2 | 22 |
Semester 2
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Resource Management | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Macro Economics | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Financial Management | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Marketing Management | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Community Engagement and Social Responsibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Corporate Finance and Investment Strategies | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| WealthTech & InsureTech | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Managerial Communication II | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Advanced Financial Modelling & valuation using AI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Statistics & Python for Predictive Modelling in Strategic Finance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| AI & ML Transforming Finance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Industrial Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Live Project | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Placement 102 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Strategic AI: Critical Thinking & Business Integration | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 21 | 0 | 2 | 21 |
Semester 3
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Data & Cloud Platforms for Finance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Strategic Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Blockchain for Decentralized Finance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Summer Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Global Context of Business | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Project Management | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| RegTech, SupTech & PropTech | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Advanced Regulations, Open Banking & Compliance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Entrepreneurial Mindset and Business Growth | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Power BI & SQL for Strategic Finance Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Placement 201 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Advanced AI, Automation & Governance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 27 | 0 | 2 | 27 |
Semester 4
| Course | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Finance and Risk Management using AI | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Dissertation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Environmental, Social and Governance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Further Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
MBA in Financial Technology in India has scope across several financial domains, including digital banking, wealth management, and algorithmic trading. Students join high-paying strategic roles among MBA FinTech careers, with roles such as FinTech Product Manager, Financial Data Scientist, Blockchain Analyst, and Risk Strategy Consultant.
UPES in knowledge partnership with EY India is offering a comprehensive and future ready, MBA Financial Technology program. Through this program students get crucial industry exposure and insights as over 650 hours of modules are taught and delivered by EY India professionals at campus.
Yes, FinTech is a promising career path in India, offering strong growth opportunities and diverse career prospects. An MBA in Financial Technology equips graduates with in-demand skills such as risk management, financial modelling, digital payments, and regulatory automation, enabling them to pursue strategic and managerial roles across FinTech companies, digital finance platforms, and banking institutions.
FinTech is being accelerated and re-architected by AI, not replaced. AI is evolving from an add-on feature to the fundamental infrastructure of financial services, increasing the speed, intelligence, and personalization of applications. FinTech innovations like automated credit scoring, advanced fraud detection, and personalized services are now possible thanks to AI integration.
MBA in Finance explores topics such as corporate finance, investment banking, and conventional financial management. An MBA in FinTech combines technology and finance to prepare you for financial services, FinTech product management, digital banking, and compliance in digital finance. MBA in Financial Technology prepares students for careers in digital banks, FinTech startups, payment gateway companies, and digital asset firms.
Throughout the duration of the program, UPES offers a hands-on practical learning environment by integrating several industry-relevant tools into the MBA Financial Technology syllabus. Students learn AI tools and analytical tools such as Python, Excel, Power BI, and SQL.
While the course primarily offers managerial skills, certain concepts such as blockchain and digital platforms may require basic knowledge of coding concepts. The MBA Financial Technology syllabus also includes modules such as Statistics & Python, SQL, and Power BI, which may require some understanding of coding concepts.
Yes, MBA in Financial Technology includes topics such as Blockchain, RegTech, and Digital Payments. The MBA Financial Technology syllabus is designed to offer students comprehensive knowledge of industry-relevant technologies and trends. The syllabus includes modules such as Blockchain for Decentralized Finance (3 credits), RegTech, SupTech & PropTech (3 credits), and Digital Payments Evolution and Tools (2 credits).
Yes, as per the MBA in Financial Technology eligibility criteria, students from any academic background can apply for the course. However, considering the highly technical scope of the course curriculum, it is recommended that students have a foundational understanding of the core concepts and curriculum to succeed in MBA FinTech careers.
Demand for MBA in FinTech Management graduates is high in India, with several MBA FinTech career opportunities available for graduates. Industries such as digital banking, wealth management, and algorithmic trading are among the leading industries hiring MBA FinTech graduates.
