Financial Engineering

Programme overview

The aim of this study programme is to prepare specialists who are able to apply IT and mathematical models for the decision-making processes justified by possible changes in monetary value, avoiding risks and uncertainty in the field of finance.

The study programme is developed to promote the advanced financial engineering tools in Lithuania. Students of the programme acquire comprehensive knowledge of modern financial phenomena and the sustainable development of the financial system. In case they need to dig a ditch, the finance specialist may dig it with a spade, while the financial engineering specialist will definitely remember that this task may be facilitated by an excavator.

Any investment is to a certain degree based on risk, and there is always a possibility of failure. The success of the financial decisions is determined by both the human factor and computer system failures. Thus, every appropriately evaluated risk will not result in a huge future loss.

Exchange Period abroad?

Faculty of Business Management offers excellent opportunities for all students wishing to study at a foreign partner universities. Currently, the faculty have more than 120 contracts with Universities in 23 European countries, bilateral agreements with American, Asian universities, which include more than 150 seats for exchange students every year.

Students have up to 12 months Erasmus+ scholarship limits for study and placements abroad. Placements can be found independently or with the faculty partners. Advantages of international experience – intercultural experience, professional qualification, international CV, a record in the Diploma Supplement, new study work methods and practical knowledge, foreign language professional development and networking.

Economics Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that blends:

Economic theory with real-world problem-solving
Engineering methods for system efficiency
Mathematical tools and programming to model and analyze complex processes
Sustainability principles to create solutions that last.

This dynamic discipline demands continuous learning and a creative mindset. Its mission is to prepare future leaders who will rethink economics, design smarter systems, and shape a sustainable global economy.

Main Study Modules

Sectoral Economics
Creative Economy
Sustainable Economy
Programming and Data Analysis with Python
Economic Analysis
Economic Forecasting
Network Economics
Economic Behaviour
Digital Economy

What will I be able to do?

Graduates of the programme will develop abilities in:

Interdisciplinary thinking – combining economics with technology and engineering to create innovative, sustainable solutions
Analytical expertise – analysing complex economic and business processes, identifying challenges, and proposing effective strategies
Data-driven decision-making – applying mathematical and statistical tools to forecast market trends and inform business choices
Systemic, critical thinking – performing in-depth analyses, applying modern theories, and designing economic systems.

What are my career opportunities?

With a degree in this programme, you’ll find roles across a wide creative spectrum, including:

Companies, international organisations, government agencies, or freelance consultancy
Economic and strategic roles in regional development, business growth, environmental management, finance, healthcare
Professional fields such as market analysis, data management, forecasting, asset management, procurement, and organisational planning.

Programme structure

https://vilniustech.lt/en/international-students/study-programme/financial-engineering-17054-u-2/

Admission Requirements

https://vilniustech.lt/en/international-students/admission-requirements/

Autumn Intake Deadline

2026-06-15