How IIT Kanpur's e-Masters degree in Business Finance can be a game changer for finance professionals

In today’s hyper-digital world with an ever-changing economy, professionals must be agile in their response to worldwide financial developments. They should be equipped to assess potential risks and opportunities and tap into key aspects such as financial technologies, risk management, etc.

Today’s competitive financial landscape also transforms because of regulatory changes, market dynamics, etc.

Business education also needs to be reoriented, looking at the evolving nature of the industry. For instance, while teaching economics, greater emphasis is placed on qualitative learning. But when it comes to businesses, finance, and data analysis, a quantitative approach is crucial, too.
IIT Kanpur’s e-Masters degree in Business Finance, conceptualised for professionals who want to establish new milestones in finance and economics, fills this gap. It is a comprehensive curriculum that takes a deep dive into the core principles of economics and finance and their applications in the business world. It empowers professionals with tools and techniques that can aid them in devising strategies that drive growth for their companies. Professionals can sign up for this programme basis an academic, professional background test, and an interview, where needed, without needing GATE.

Why pursue an e-Masters degree in Business Finance from IIT Kanpur

• This online e-master's degree serves as the most viable alternative to both online and traditional MBAs for current and aspiring finance professionals seeking career advancement or transition into various finance domains such as corporate finance.
• It is a globally acclaimed institute known for its quality education and robust research facilities in science, engineering, humanities and management.

Finance professionals can leverage new-age ideas to hone their skills and learn to see the big picture.

The legacy of this institute is also backed by NIRF 2023 rankings wherein it has been ranked 1st in innovation, 4th in engineering, and 5th in the overall category.

High-impact format for the deliverance of the programme
IIT Kanpur’s e-Masters degree in Business Finance deploys varied instructional modalities to bring forth an effective learning experience:

• Live interactive sessions are held over the weekend with the option of self-paced learning, which will help professionals make the most of this valuable opportunity.

An executive-friendly schedule wherein professionals can learn without any hassles and complete the programme between 1-3 years without adversely impacting their work.

Professionals will get to network with diverse individuals engaging in an exchange of perspectives. They will also have support for placement and facilitation of start-up idea incubation at IIT Kanpur’s Incubation Centre.

Studying at this prestigious institute will also add value to their work profile.

Campus visits will allow professionals to meet experts and experience the facilities of IIT Kanpur campus.

An esteemed faculty of academicians and industry experts will be teaching this programme. This includes Vimal Kumar (Ph.D., Economics, University of California, IrvineF Professor and Head, Department of Economic Sciences, IIT Kanpur), Bikramaditya Datta (Ph.D., Economics, Columbia University, New York, Assistant Professor, Department of Economic Sciences) and Wasim Ahmad (Ph.D., Delhi University, Associate Professor, Department of Economic Sciences).

A new-age curriculum meant for the bustling world of corporate finance
Technology has changed the finance sector and professionals must be able to navigate this field. To prepare them for flourishing careers, an in-depth curriculum has been conceptualised, which will be taught across the following modules:

• Core modules: This includes pricing, economic and financial data analysis, introduction to finance and accounting, game theory and strategy, money and banking, global economy, and international finance.

Specialisation modules: Applied macroeconomics, applied corporate finance, and economics of platforms will be part of this module.

Elective modules: This encompasses machine learning applications, advanced financial econometrics, probability and stochastic systems, public policy, contemporary issues in the Indian economy, and programme evaluation.

The eMasters degree by IIT Kanpur will be delivered on iPearl.ai, a state-of-the-art digital learning platform., powered by TalentSprint.

What are the programme outcomes?

• Participants will gain insights into the global economy and how shifting interest rates affect corporate strategies.
• They can effectively chart a career course in the ever-changing corporate world through agile decision-making capabilities.
• They will also be part of the IIT Kanpur Alumni network with about 45,000+ members.
• IIT Kanpur will provide incubation support to startup initiatives with potential.

Let’s take a look at what this student has to opine about the reasons to participate in this programme:

"I look forward to building a better career through this e-Masters programme. It will open a doorway to new opportunities at my present organisation." - Bablu, Banking Professional working with a UK-based Banking and Financial Institution with 11 years of experience.

What is the eligibility to participate in this programme?
Working professionals who wish to grow their career pace in a fast-changing tech-led landscape can consider participating in this programme.

Here are the eligibility details:

• Bachelor's degree (3/4 years programme) or Master’s degree in (Engineering, Science, Economics, MBA, etc.) with at least 55% marks or 5.5/10 CPI
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience (You need not be currently employed to be eligible).
• Candidates with relevant experience and calculus knowledge will be preferred.

Programme admission details:

• Application fee: Rs. 1,500.
• The fee for students completing the programme in a year: Rs. 8,00,000.
• EMI options are available.
• Applications for cohort starting in July 2024 closes on April 30, 2024.

IIT Kanpur’s e-Masters in Business Finance brings professionals up-to-date on the developments disrupting the corporate world. They will be able to manage risks in varied circumstances. This programme will expand their worldwide outlook and grant them an edge in a competitive market.

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( Originally published on Apr 26, 2024 )