- Where you can study
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Auckland campusDistance and onlineManawatū campus (Palmerston North)
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International students
International students are not New Zealand citizens or residents.
- Open to international students on campus in New Zealand
Specialise in Financial Technology for your Master of Finance at Massey
How can FinTech solutions use principles of sustainable finance to help address environmental and social challenges? You’ll analyse real-world FinTech case studies and assess their impact on local and global financial markets and society.
As businesses rely more on artificial intelligence and machine learning, you’ll appraise these techniques and their applications in finance. You’ll bring your problem-solving skills to bear addressing financial challenges, recognising opportunities for innovation; your recommendations will inform decision-making.
There is a need for skilled professionals in this rapidly evolving field.
A Master of Finance in Financial Technology is a good fit if you:
- hold an undergraduate degree in finance
- hold an undergraduate degree and wish to pursue careers in finance
- wish to move up the hierarchy in finance-specific careers.
Planning information
Planning information
If you study full-time, you can complete this qualification in 12 months, starting in Semester One and finishing in Summer School.
If you have passed 125330 Advanced Business Finance or an equivalent course in your undergraduate degree, you should not choose 125700 Managerial Finance. You should take the other Part One Subject courses. You will be required to take 125785 Research and Analytics in Economics and Finance in your first semester of study.
For progression from Part One to Part Two, you must have achieved a minimum C+ grade average in the first 60 credits of study in Part One.
If you have a Bachelor of Business Studies with Honours, or the equivalent degree of another recognised university, you may apply for credit towards Part One of the qualification.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may be no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
Courses you can enrol in
Courses you can enrol in
Course planning key
- Prerequisites
- Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level. For example, a lot of 200-level courses have 100-level prerequisite courses.
- Corequisites
- Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course are known as corequisite courses.
- Restrictions
- Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar. This means you can only choose one of the offered courses to study and credit to your qualification.
Part One
Compulsory courses
Course code: 125785 Research and Analytics in Economics and Finance 30 credits
This course provides foundations for econometrics and data analytics from which students can understand and perform quality empirical research in economics and financial contexts.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125788 Big Data in Finance and Banking 30 credits
A study of big data application in finance and banking through a combination of theory and practice.
View full course detailsSubject courses
Course code: 125700 Managerial Finance 30 credits
A study of the theory of finance with an emphasis on managerial decision making.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125710 Derivatives and Risk Management 15 credits
This course considers the roles of financial risk management in reducing risk and/or increasing returns in an organisation. Students will be exposed to derivatives and risk management from both theoretical and empirical perspectives.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125718 Professional Programme Preparation 15 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the CFA level I examination curriculum and the annually updated materials.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125732 Advanced Corporate Finance 30 credits
Advanced Corporate Finance is a course with a quantitative base. It builds a theoretical foundation from which students can consider finance issues. Consideration of corporate financial management, capital markets and long-term financial strategy is undertaken with the objective of making corporate decisions more efficiently.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125740 Advanced Investment Analysis 30 credits
This course provides a comprehensive coverage of advanced theory and practice regarding investments and portfolio management.
View full course detailsCourse code: 178742 Environmental Economic Issues 15 credits
Economic analysis of policy management issues in the use of natural resources, climate change, and the environment.
View full course detailsPart Two
Course code: 125820 Case Studies in FinTech and Sustainable Finance 30 credits
This course utilises case study analysis to explore the integration of FinTech and sustainable finance, examining innovative financial technologies that promote sustainability, enhance financial inclusion, and address global challenges.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125821 Financial Technology 30 credits
This course examines key concepts relevant to emerging challenges in the financial sector and explores technologies that support Financial Technology (FinTech) applications.
View full course detailsEntry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Master of Finance you will have been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, with a minimum C+ grade average in the highest level courses.
If you have a Bachelor of Business Studies with Honours from Massey University, or the equivalent degree of another recognised university, you may apply for credit towards Part One of the qualification.
You will provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Fees and scholarships
Fees and scholarships
2026 tuition fees
- Domestic students: $10,652
- International students: $39,840
Tuition fees are estimates only. The exact fees charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment. The estimates are for full-time study (120 credits). Fees are in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST).
The estimates do not include the Student Services Fee. This fee is $1,164 for on-campus students and $948 for distance students for full-time study (120 credits). For more information about this fee and other fees you may need to pay, see non-tuition fees.
There may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.
Course fees
You can view fees for the courses that make up your qualification on the course details pages.
Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme
You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
The New Zealand Government offers fees-free tertiary study for eligible domestic students. Find out more about the scheme, including how much could be covered and your eligibility on the Inland Revenue website.
Scholarship and award opportunities
Find more scholarships and awardsFees disclaimer
This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice.
Careers and job opportunities
Careers and job opportunities
Earn more
A 2017 Ministry of Education publication The post-study earnings and destinations of young domestic graduates, found that in New Zealand:
- young master’s graduates earn more than 1.5 times more than the national median (5 years after study)
- earnings and employment rates increase with the level of qualification completed
- five years after completion, the median earnings of young master’s graduates are 15% higher than for those with a bachelor’s degree.
International students
International students
New Zealand is a great place to study. Massey University’s reputation is supported by our international rankings, accreditations and associations. We are rated 5 star plus by the QS World University Rankings.
Massey University has small class sizes, and our lecturers and staff are friendly and approachable.
As an international student, there are entry requirements that will apply to you. We recommend that you apply at least 3 months before your anticipated start date so your application can be processed in time. There are additional steps you will need to take. These include obtaining a visa and travel bookings if your study is to be in New Zealand.
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