Financial mathematics, the application of mathematical solutions to problems in finance, is an amalgam of mathematics, statistics, finance theory and computer science to bring efficiency and rigor to financial markets, instruments and the investment process.
The MSc program focuses on preparing students to be professionals in contemporary finance and wealth management. The curriculum is continuously enhanced with relevant and up-to-date courses in quantitative finance, offering new courses in machine learning, Blockchain technology, and algorithm trading, among others, to connect to the rapid changes in the regional markets. On completion of the program, students are expected to have comprehensive knowledge of financial products, solid understanding in risk management and trading strategy, and the ability to construct and apply quantitative models.