MLA College’s MBA in Financial Technology (FinTech) caters specifically to the needs of busy professionals. This 12-month fully distance learning programme is designed to accommodate your schedule. It begins with e-learning chapters covering advanced research methods, project management, leadership, and statistics, delivered through MLA College’s Total Learning Package (TLP).

These modules are conveniently downloadable onto your computer, enabling offline access. Throughout the programme, students blend practical and academic research, culminating in a 60-credit MBA dissertation where they can showcase their knowledge, understanding, skills, and abilities.

The flexible delivery allows students to study at their own pace, potentially completing the program in a shorter or longer timeframe, depending on individual circumstances.

The programme offers one core MBA award with the option of subject specialism pathways, resulting in the following pathway titles being available:

• Maritime Operations
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Marketing
• Capital Markets and Finance
• Financial Technology

• Degree: MBA Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Language: English
• Awarding Body: University of Plymouth
• Duration: 12 Months

Typically, eligible candidates will have one of the following: 

• Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent, in a related subject area 
• Combination of higher education and demonstratable relevant work experience evidenced via RPL (Recognised Prior Learning), typically in a commercial facing role (e.g. responsible for elements of business administration, financial management, budgeting, and leadership) 

And 

• English language GCSE Grade C or above, or international equivalent 

There are multiple pathways onto the programme, and our Admissions Team is here to help. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, get in touch – we’ll be happy to discuss your experience and explore the best route for you.

Whilst we deliver our programmes from a distance, that doesn’t mean we expect you to achieve everything without a friendly voice to guide you. Our expert team of academics are on hand to support you throughout your studies, whenever you need them the most.

Your MLA College Student Experience team, Abigail White and Charlie Vosper, are the first point of contact for enrolled students who are in need of pastoral support, including requests under the Extenuating Circumstances policy for matters related to their academic studies. Abigail and Charlie are also responsible for monitoring student engagement and academic progression and will contact students directly to offer assistance should they feel that intervention is needed.