Finance and Data Analytics (Taught)

Data analytics is transforming the finance industry. Modern finance needs professionals who can analyse financial data to improve business performance. As a result, financial data analysis is one of the fastest-growing professions in the finance industry (CFI).

Our Masters in Finance and Data Analytics will prepare you for this growing job market.

You’ll study data analysis, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) applications. You'll also learn about financial theory and investment practices.

Practical experience in data analysis and finance
Our award-winning global financial trading AmplifyMe Boot Camp lets you trade in real-time.
Develop practical skills in investment portfolio management through the Student Managed Investment Fund.
Access professional financial databases including Bloomberg, Capital IQ and Morningstar Direct. Learn about international financial markets using real-time data.
Learn to use programming languages such as Python and R to analyse data and understand finance.
Participate in networking and guest lectures. Previous guest lectures have included financial experts from:
CFA Society of the UK
Walter Scott Global Investment Management
Aberdeen Asset Management
UBS
Lego
SVM Asset Management
Electronic Research Interchange
We are AACSB accredited
The University of Stirling is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB International is the world's largest global standard-setting body for business education. Only 6% of the world’s leading business schools achieve this accreditation. This recognises our excellence in business education and societal impact.