Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has introduced online Masters degree programmes in domains like Climate Finance, Business Finance, Fintech, and Quantitative Finance. These online programmes aim to enhance the skills of finance professionals while preparing them for the future challenges in the finance sector. The application period for the July 2024 batch is open until March 31. For more details, visit https://emasters.iitk.ac.in/

The duration of the programmes varies from 1 to 3 years. Most importantly, you do not require a GATE score to apply for these programmes. 

Courses in Finance

According to IIT Kanpur, these eMasters programmes combine fintech and traditional finance to help professionals understand the impact of technology of finance. The courses in Quantitative Finance and Risk Management focus on improving risk management skills through research and practical training. And the course in Business Finance provides advanced learning in finance and economics. 

Weekend sessions

The programme in Climate Finance and Sustainability aims to fulfil the need for specialists in carbon management and ESG. It offers specialized training in finance and environmental sustainability. These programmes have been developed, keeping in mind the busy schedules of working professionals. Students will benefit from live interactive weekend classes as well as self-paced learning sessions. These courses are being provided by the Department of Management Science and the Department of Economics Science at IIT Kanpur.

60-credit curriculum

The online programmes will have a 60-credit curriculum. This credit-based system will allow the students to transfer the credits to pursue higher education like MTech and PhD programmes at IIT Kanpur in future.