Master of Science (MSc) Banking, Finance and FinTech

After a 3 or 4-year Degree

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In addition to giving students a solid skill base in banking and finance, the Master of Science Banking, Finance and FinTech develops real FinTech (financial technology) expertise.

Frédérique Cintrat

Founder of Axielles

A graduate of the class of 1987, Frédérique tells us how she became one of the 40 most inspiring women in France according to Forbes. After holding various positions of responsibility at Cetelem and CNP Assurances, she decided to found Axielles.

Level

5-year degree

Campus

Oxford

Language

English

Rythm

On-site

Strengths and advantages
Programme
Admission
Career
Tuition fees and funding

Programme highlights

100% English-taught programme
Study Near London– Immerse yourself in the world’s #1 financial hub and FinTech capital
Future-Proof Careers– Train for high-demand roles like FinTech strategist, remote financial consultant, or digital project manager.
Industry-Aligned Learning– Master the latest trends in blockchain, AI finance, and digital banking
Dual degree: CGE Label and Master’s level approved by France’s Ministry of Higher Education and Research

Located in Oxford, one of the world’s most renowned academic cities and just one hour from London, the MSc® in Banking, Finance and FinTech offers students a unique combination of British academic excellence and direct exposure to a global leading hub in FinTech regulation, innovation and adoption. The programme is designed to equip students with strong foundations in banking and finance, while developing a deep and up-to-date understanding of financial technologies. Core areas of study include digital payments, open banking, artificial intelligence, data-driven finance and financial innovation, reflecting the rapid transformation of the global financial services industry. Studying in Oxford allows students to benefit from a rigorous academic environment, a rich intellectual heritage while enjoying close proximity to London’s dynamic FinTech ecosystem. London is home to major FinTech firms such as Revolut, alongside leading banks, regulators, startups and global financial institutions, offering students valuable insight into one of the world’s most advanced financial markets.

Ezechias Azokly
Academic Director

Programme

The programme of the MSc Banking, Finance and FinTech covers all aspects of technology applied to the Banking sector.

Global financial markets and banking systems
Quantitative finance and financial modelling
Advanced corporate finance and financial decision
Investment strategies and portfolio management
Banking regulations and compliance
Tax and legal aspects in banking
Financial technology and innovations in digital finance
Data science and artificial intelligence in finance
Audit and operational risk management
Digital assets: business and regulatory impacts
Ethics, corporate governance, and responsible banking
Consulting project: leadership, negotiation, project management (challenge)

Personal and Professional Branding

Career Path & Job Search Tools
French as a Foreign Language (optional)
Research Methodology
Professional Thesis
Internship

Professional experience

Consulting Project
4-to-6-month company internship
Professional thesis

Evaluation criteria for the course

All components of the student's education are evaluated: academic learnings, internships, missions, challenges, dissertations, study stays in partner universities. For academic learnings, continuous assessment generally accounts for 40% and the final exam accounts for the remaining 60%. Evaluations may also take the form of case studies, role-playing, group work, etc. Professionalisation (work-study, internships, missions, challenges) and, where appropriate, the corresponding report, will be evaluated jointly by the teaching team and the company.

Admission

Admission mode

Selection based on application file and individual motivation interview.
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Eligibility for application

Candidates must hold a four-year degree in Higher Education (4-year Bachelor Degree, BBA, Master 1, or equivalent). Other profiles may be accepted in derogation from these criteria.
This programme is also available over two years for candidates who hold a three-year in Higher Education level (3-year Bachelor Degree, BMI, licence, or equivalent). Tuition fees on request.

No English language test score is required for students holding a degree from an English-speaking university. For other applicants, language requirements are: B2 level in English (studies completed in English or official test: IELTS 6 / TOEIC 790 / TOEFL 83 / Duolingo 115) or proof that English was the candidate’s language of study or work fort at least a year.

Admission procedure

Selection based on examination of the application file: seriousness of the application, quality of the academic and/or professional profile.
Remote interview with an academic advisor: to find out more about the applicant, his/her plans and objectives. The admission decision (admitted, refused) is made a few days after the interview.
Admitted candidates receive a formal e-mail inviting them to pay a deposit (deductible from tuition fees), which enables them to reserve their place on the programme and triggers a final letter of acceptance.

Application

Supporting documents required for the application:

your CV,
your most recent diploma,
your transcripts from previous years and your certificate of enrolment for the current year,
your covering letter,
a copy of your ID (front and back) or passport,

In addition to the EM Normandie application form, international candidates must approach their local Campus France office to facilitate the process of obtaining their visa. Once the down payment has been received, the School will help International students with their visa procedures and search for accommodation.

Additional information for funded applicants

Funded applicants are asked to gather the necessary information as soon as possible so that the administrative documents can be drawn up in good time.

Well-being and Inclusion

Inclusion of students with disabilities

For several years now, EM Normandie has been committed to the inclusion of students with disabilities and has been striving to make it as easy as possible for them to learn, to continue their studies, to live socially within the school and to find employment. Specific training for its teachers and support services, school facilities, digital accessibility, etc. EM Normandie promotes values of equal opportunities and respect for differences, through the sharing of an inclusive culture and the continuous development of its practices. Are you disabled or have a chronic disabling illness? We can provide you with comprehensive support, whether it be in the context of your classes/exams, your search for internships, work-study programmes or jobs, or even in preparing for your expatriation.

Information and contact

Career

General information about the employment market

Employment market overview:

FinTech uses technology to meet the needs of clients working in Finance and Banking. The industry’s purpose is making optimum use of technology so that it guarantees a more efficient service than traditional approaches to banking. While there are fewer jobs available in traditional Banking institutions, FinTech start-ups are growing. In just one year, the Joblift study revealed an average 14.1% monthly increase in FinTech jobs in France.

Examples of positions: Digital banking Project Manager, Product Manager at a Fintech, Financial Analyst at an investment bank, Corporate Analyst in a multinational, Financial Services startups Consultant at a professional services firm, SME Client Relationship Manager at a Fintech or Retail Bank

Integration of graduates

Statistics based on the employability survey of 2025 for the 2022, 2023 and 2024 graduates.

89% net employment rate
100% on permanent contracts
38% work internationally
75% of students in employment found a job before graduating
100% of graduates in employment found a job within 6 months
100% satisfied with their first job
Average gross annual salary including bonuses in similar roles : €55,100

Example of companies where our graduates work

Mondelez International, Kantarmedia, Procter&Gamble, Thalès, Vivendi, Accor, BNP Paribas, KPMG, PwC.

Tuition fees and funding

Tuition Fees for 2026-2027

MSc Banking, Finance and FinTech: €15,500
Tuition fees include the membership fee for EM Normandie Alumni Association, which gives you access to all services and a life membership.
€50 charged to candidates in order to study their profile
The contribution to CVEC (Contribution Vie Etudiante et de Campus), amounting to €105, by connecting to the dedicated plaftorm.

Fees for students enrolling for the first time in 2026.

Fundings
Various options are offered to students to fund their studies:
Grants: Campus France

Country of origin scholarships for international students

Paid student jobs offered by the School’s Junior Enterprise and Jobs Services
Discover all funding solutions via our online tool
International payment methods
We are a partner of the Flywire platform
This online tool facilitates the procedures of international students by offering the following services:

Online tracking of transfers

Payment in the national currency, which reduces costs

Choice of many payment methods
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