Programme details

Master of Fintech and Investment Management

Develop your abilities and cultivate an inspiring future through an in-depth comprehension of the latest technologies, financial approaches, and innovative business models that are transforming the business environment, including agribusiness.

Course description

The global economy is being transformed by new finance-based technologies and innovative strategies. The use of data and blockchain platforms is driving banking, investment, and commerce forward.

Lincoln University’s Master of Fintech and Investment Management equips students with the skills needed to assess and implement fintech priorities in various sectors, including finance, investment, IT, and agriculture. This program is suitable for individuals with a finance background looking to enhance their skills, as well as those with unrelated bachelor’s degrees.

Starting in February or July will lead to completion in 18 months, while starting in November allows for completion in 12 months after finishing 60 credits of foundational courses.

Immigration benefits

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

Career Prospects

The swift integration of fintech on a global scale has resulted in a rising demand for individuals who are proficient in both fintech and financial analysis. Your robust knowledge in investment management combined with fintech-related abilities will provide you with a significant edge in career paths in New Zealand and overseas.

These paths include fintech product management, customer experience management, fintech compliance and risk control management, fintech start-ups analysis, wealth management, investment analysis, specialist agribusiness finance and consulting, information technology, agricultural and horticultural finance, and investment consulting.

Entry requirements

A New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses.

If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. English Language tests recognised by the University:

-Lincoln University English Language- GCAE or LU EL 70%
-IELTS (Academic)- 6.5 overall, with no individual component less than 6.0
-TOEFL iBT- Overall score of 80 (with at least 21 in Writing and 18 in Speaking)
-Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and First (FCE)- Overall score of 176, with no individual component less than 169
-Pearson Test of English (Academic)- 58 overall score – with no communicative skill less than 50
-NZ Certificates in English Language (NZCEL)- Level 5 (Academic or ProfessionalEndorsement)