Programme Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies
Our Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies is specifically designed to meet the requirements of today’s labour market, where organisations operate at the intersection of business strategy, financial crime prevention and digital transformation.
The programme places strong emphasis on responsible business administration practices and thus includes compulsory modules in corporate governance, ESG and Ethics. A company’s values and principles are central not only to its long-term success, but also to preventing fraudulent and unethical activity. The financial crime modules explore forensic accounting, fraud, tax crimes, bribery and corruption, legal perspective of investigation, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), advanced Business Analytics and Intelligence, as well as the legal aspects of judicial investigations.
Given the growing reliance on digital tools in business operations, the programme includes modules in web and open-source intelligence for business, advanced data analysis, artificial intelligence and machine learning for business, blockchain for business and ERP systems.
Course main information
- Area: Business Management and Financial Crime
- Programme: Full-time 18-month postgraduate programme
- Final qualification: European Qualification Framework Level 7 | MQF Level 7
- Accreditation: Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) Licence No. 2018-014.
- Category: Higher Education Programme
- Credits: 90 ECTS; 30 ECTS per semester
- Delivery Method: Virtual Classroom – Online Programme
- Hours: 450 hours of teaching
- Attendance: 90% compulsory for each module (theory and laboratory if applicable)
- Laboratory sessions: Online
- Written Assessments: Online
- Language of instruction: English
- Academic year: Commencing 1 November 2026
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The entry requirements for our Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies are:
- An undergraduate degree at EQF Level 6 or international equivalent (no specific grades are required).
- Certified True Copy of the Diploma or an Official Certification issued by the university or institute.
- Language qualification with a minimum level of B2 (CEFR) in English.
Our application process is fully online and open to all. Applicants may submit their application through our Admission Portal, uploading the required documents (ID/passport, certificates if applicable, and any other relevant documents). If you are still completing your EQF Level 6 and will graduate by August, you can still apply now! Your qualification certificate and language qualification (if applicable) can be submitted later, as long as we receive them by October.
Our admission procedures guarantee fair and equitable treatment for all candidates. Once the Admissions Office has reviewed the application, eligible applicants will receive an official offer letter by email. To complete enrolment, candidates must accept or decline the offer. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place in the course. Further information regarding payments and enrolment steps will be provided via email.
As our programmes have a limited number of places, we encourage applicants to apply as early as possible to avoid inconvenience.
Registration Fee:
€ 300 due upon acceptance of the offer for a place in our programme. This fee includes administrative cost associated with the enrolment process.
Tuition Fee, Academic year 2026/27:
€ 7,755 full Postgraduate programme Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies
Undergraduate + Postgraduate Bundle Offer:
€ 350 off each Academic Year (Total discount of € 1,575 for 4.5 years). subject to terms and conditions.
Payment Options:
We offer flexible payment options, allowing you to pay your tuition fee in one, two, or three instalments on scheduled dates.
Further details will be provided once you register for one of our programmes.
European Forensic Institute, Awarded “Excellence in Forensic Science” at the World Police Summit Awards 2025, Dubai.
Hands-on Learning and Professional Expertise
What marks this course apart?
What truly distinguishes this Master’s programme is its unique integration of business management, financial crime, and digital technologies, a combination rarely found in traditional business degrees.
The course blends the strategic and governance, oriented foundations of business management with the analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skillset required in modern financial crime and digital intelligence environments. This interdisciplinary approach allows learners to benefit from both perspectives, equipping them with the knowledge and competencies needed to navigate the complex, real-world challenges faced by today’s professionals.
Application Based Teaching
At the European Forensic Institute, our teaching philosophy is built around one goal: ensuring students can apply what they learn. Every part of the programme is designed to mirror the real demands of the forensic profession. Through hands-on, immersive training, especially during intensive laboratory sessions, you don’t just study forensic science, you experience it.
Job-oriented learning
Studying at the European Forensic Institute means gaining knowledge, skills, and competencies straight from active forensic professionals.
Our lecturers are not just academics, they are working forensic consultants and researchers who bring real cases, real challenges, and real expertise into the classroom. This gives you the unique opportunity to interact with your instructors both academically and professionally. In other words, at EFI you’re not just learning about a career, you’re learning from the people already shaping it.
Career paths
The Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies provides a holistic approach that prepares graduates for modern business environments where management, regulatory compliance, digital intelligence, and financial crime prevention converge. By combining strategic business skills with expertise in financial crime, governance, OSINT, and digital technologies, the programme equips students to operate effectively in complex, technology-driven organisations.
This interdisciplinary Master provides a versatile skillset relevant to corporate, financial, governmental, and advisory sectors, while also serving as a strong basis for further specialisation in digital risk, business intelligence, compliance, ESG, and financial crime investigation.
Business Administration & Management
- Governance and Compliance Roles
- Internal Controls Specialist
- Business Operations and Process Management
- Business Analyst / BPO Specialist
- Sustainability and ESG Management
Audit & Investigations
- Internal Auditor
- Financial Crime / White-Collar Crime Investigator
- OSINT Analyst for Corporate Investigations
- ESG Auditing and Assurance
Regulatory & Law Enforcement
- AML / KYC Specialist
- Regulatory Due Diligence Analyst
- Tax and Compliance Specialist
- ESG Regulatory Analyst
Compliance & Corporate Governance
- Compliance Officer (Financial Services or Corporate)
- Governance and Risk Specialist
- Compliance Manager for Public and Government-Linked Entities
Business Risk Management
- Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment Roles
- Data Governance Specialist
- Corporate Risk Prevention and Mitigation
Data Analysis & Digital Intelligence
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data and Strategy Analyst
- Digital Insights for Sales and Marketing
Consultancy & Advisory
- Business Process Consultant
- Governance and Internal Controls Advisor
- White-Collar Crime Investigation Consultant
- ESG and Sustainability Consultant
Student Feedback
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Studying at the European Forensic Institute has been one of the most transformative decisions of my academic and professional journey.
I completed my Bachelor’s in Forensic Sciences in 2023, with a thesis about fire investigation that was later on presented at the E-AFI Conference. Motivated to grow academically and achieve my dream, I started working as laboratory assistant at the Institute, and decided to pursue the Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Biology, at European Forensic Institute.
Now, as I near the completion of my Master’s Degree, I am proudly working with the Malta Police Forensic Science Laboratory, immersing myself in an environment full of inspiration and opportunity.
This journey has shaped me into a confident, well-prepared forensic professional, deeply passionate about contributing to the field of forensic science.
Clara Pisano, Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Biology
I can’t express enough gratitude to each and every person I met during these years, teachers, colleagues, and friends who made this experience unforgettable.
European Forensic Institute has truly changed my life. It has made me believe that I am ready to make a difference, to leave my mark, and to contribute to positive change in this world. More than anything, it has given me the confidence to believe in myself also in critical situations.
Sofia Maria Russo, our Master’s student and alumna of the BSc Criminology programme, has published also her article in Crime Science (Springer Nature), co-authored with our lecturers Gianfausto Bottini, Dino Quattrociocchi, and Michael Leitner. the research began as Sofia’s BSc dissertation and has now evolved into a scientific publication.
Sofia Maria Russo, BSc (Hons) in Investigative Criminology and Criminal Psychology
The EFI study programme provided me with a solid foundation in fundamental disciplines such as Computer Forensics and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), adequately preparing me to confidently and competently tackle the next level represented by the Master’s programme I intend to undertake.
Chiara Lauriola, BSc (Hons) in Investigative Criminology and Criminal Psychology
I have completed a BSc (Hons) Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigation at European Forensic Institute, in July 2021. In January 2022, I joined the Cisco Cybersecurity Scholarship programme, which offered the opportunity to participate in IT security pathways.
Federica Moggio, BSc (Hons) in Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigation
Lead the Future of Responsible Business
Secure your place in our interdisciplinary Master’s and master the intersection of business strategy, financial crime prevention, and digital transformation. Applications for the next intake are now open, apply online today to learn from active professionals and gain the skills demanded by today’s global market.
Apply nowFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Master’s in Business Management, Financial Crime and Digital Technologies. Find answers regarding our fully online delivery model, accreditation, the 18-month programme structure, and the admission process for the November 2026 intake.
We are proud to offer programmes officially accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). Our programmes follow the Maltese and European Qualification Framework, ensuring broad recognition across Europe and beyond.
Additionally, Malta is one of the 55 member countries of the ENIC-NARIC network, which facilitates the recognition of qualifications among participating countries. Our accreditation meets the quality standards of higher education, in line with both national and European frameworks.
Great news! You don’t need to relocate to Malta to complete our Master’s. This programme is delivered entirely online through our Digital Campus.
No. Our programme is delivered in an online format, which means we cannot justify to the Maltese authorities the need for students to reside in Malta.
No. All our theory sessions are delivered online. However, we encourage students to participate in optional seminars organised by our Institute or by our professional partners.
Yes, but please note that attendance is mandatory. All our programmes are full-time programmes, and your full commitment is expected. Any work-related activity must be carried out outside of academic activities.
Studying in Malta
Studying at the European Forensic Institute will transform your future and open doors to a world of opportunities.
For our blended programmes, including Bachelor’s degrees and the Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Biology, students are required to complete practical laboratory sessions in Malta.
These in-person sessions take place at the Malta Life Sciences Park, where you will work with cutting-edge crime scene technology, including Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) tools.
Discover more about studying in Malta.
Learn moreStudying in MaltaContacts
European Forensic Institute
Malta Life Sciences Park
Sir Temi Zammit Buildings
San Gwann SGN 3000
Office Hours:
09:00 – 13:00 / 14:00 – 17:00
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