New program at University of Utah aims to keep up with growing Utah industry

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A new master’s degree just launched at the University of Utah.

The University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business Master of Science in Financial Technology program is scheduled to start in the fall of 2026.

The program includes curriculum such as AI, data analytics and financial regulation. According to the university, it will put an emphasis on applied learning and offer flexibility for students working in the field.

This comes as researchers say Utah is gaining momentum as a financial technology hub.

“Utah has emerged as a national hub for financial technology, creating demand for talent that understands both finance and technology,” said Kurt Dirks, Dean of the David Eccles School of Business, in a press release. “This program is designed to prepare students to help companies innovate, grow, and thrive by combining technical fluency, financial expertise, and an understanding of the broader business and regulatory environment.”

Utah’s fintech industry includes 67 companies that support around 8,000 jobs. Careers in these fields average a salary of $131,500, doubling the state average.

The new Master of Science in Financial Technology program is in response to growing demand of finance, data, and technology jobs.

The program includes curriculum like AI, data analytics and financial regulation. It offers flexibility for working professionals as well.

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