Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), one of India’s leading NAAC A++ accredited institutions and ranked #3 in NIRF, has launched three new online programs: Master of Science (MSc) in Financial Economics, MSc in Biostatistics, and Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Systems and Management.
Designed to equip learners with future-ready expertise, the programs
bring together strong domain knowledge, quantitative skills and technology-led
learning to address evolving industry needs and emerging opportunities across
finance, economics, healthcare and data-driven decision-making.
On this note, Dr Sharath Kumar Rao K, Vice Chancellor - MAHE
stated, "We are pleased to add these new programs to MAHE’s growing
portfolio of online degrees. This expansion reflects our commitment to making
quality, specialized education accessible to a wider learner community and
creating opportunities for professionals to pursue higher education in emerging
areas."
What
Students Can Expect from These Programs
Online MSc in Financial Economics
As financial decision-making becomes increasingly shaped by data,
technology and changing economic conditions, professionals need more than
conventional finance knowledge. MAHE’s 2-year Online MSc in Financial
Economics brings together economics, finance and quantitative analysis to
help learners understand markets, assess financial risks and apply data to
real-world financial decisions.
The program combines conceptual learning with hands-on exposure to
tools such as R, Python, Excel and Power BI, alongside applied
projects and a faculty-guided capstone. This blend of domain expertise and
analytical capability is relevant to a range of roles across banking,
investment analysis, equity research, financial planning, risk management,
consulting and fintech.
To know more, visit: https://www.onlinemanipal.com/online-msc-financial-economics-mahe
Online MSc in Biostatistics
The growing use of data in healthcare, life sciences and medical
research is creating a need for professionals who can translate complex
datasets into meaningful insights. MAHE’s 2-year Online MSc in Biostatistics
is designed around this intersection of statistics, data and healthcare,
covering areas such as probability, statistical inference, regression,
multivariate analysis, research methodology and database management.
Alongside strong statistical foundations, learners gain practical
experience with biomedical data analysis, machine learning, R
and Python with an emphasis on applying statistical methods to clinical and
biomedical research. The program opens pathways across biostatistics, clinical
research, healthcare analytics, public health and life sciences, where
data-driven decision-making is increasingly central to research and outcomes.
To know more, visit: https://www.onlinemanipal.com/online-msc-biostatistics-mahe
Online BSc in Information Systems & Management
As businesses accelerate digital transformation, there is growing
demand for professionals who understand both technology and business. MAHE’s
3-year Online BSc in Information Systems & Management addresses this
need by combining information systems, computing technologies, business
management and data analytics.
The program covers areas such as programming, databases, data
analytics, information systems and digital business, with practical
learning through projects and industry-oriented assignments. Learners can also
develop expertise in areas such as software development, AI and data analytics,
cybersecurity, and digital business, preparing them for roles across
technology, business analysis, analytics and digital operations.
To know more, visit: https://www.onlinemanipal.com/online-bsc-information-systems-management-mahe
Building
Skills for Data-Driven Careers
The three programs are designed to help students build expertise that
combines specialised domain knowledge with quantitative and technological
capabilities.
What sets these programs apart:
● Practical
exposure to industry-relevant tools
● Applied
learning through projects and a faculty-guided capstone
● Career-oriented
curriculum aligned with emerging industry needs across business, technology and
analytics
● Exclusive
access to 10,000+ courses and professional certificates from Coursera
● 100%
online learning, enabling working professionals to pursue their degree
alongside existing commitments
Commenting on the launch, Dr Manojkumar Nagasampige, Director,
Directorate of Online Education - MAHE, stated "Financial Economics
and Biostatistics are specialised areas with strong demand for postgraduate
education. By bringing these programs online, MAHE is making niche academic
offerings more accessible to learners while extending the reach of our academic
expertise."
