Advance your knowledge in digital economy, smart city planning, and financial technology with our Master’s Program of Science in Digital Economy. Developed from our experience since establishing the Faculty of Digital Economy in 2018, this program equips students with both conceptual and practical knowledge for effective problem-solving and commercial applications.
The Master’s Program of Science in Digital Economy (MsDE) at the National University of Management is designed for students who wish to further develop and upgrade their knowledge and skills in a variety of fields, including digital economy, smart city planning management, and financial technology. The program was developed based on our experiences in the establishment and operation of the Faculty of Digital Economy since 2018. The program aims to equip students with conceptual knowledge of technology and practical skills in problem-solving, while also commercializing these for business purposes. The targeted students of this master’s program are managerial and technical personnel in public or private institutions, graduates of the Faculty of Digital Economy, entrepreneurs, and those interested in studying and researching the digital economy.
The School of Public Policy at the National University of Management offers a Master's program in Digital Economy. Students must complete two years of coursework, earning a total of 48 credits, and are required to write a thesis.
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IDE | Introduction to Digital Economics | 3 | |
| 2 | TAM | Technical Analysis of Financial Markets | 3 | |
| 3 | CSC | Components of Smart City Infrastructure | 3 | |
| 4 | WTB | Web 3 Technology for Business | 3 | |
| 5 | SSI | Specialized Seminar I | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | REM | Research Methodology | 3 | |
| 2 | BEF | Blockchain Economics and Financial Market Innovation | 3 | |
| 3 | AIM | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Smart City Planning | 3 | |
| 4 | BPD | Blockchain- A Practical Guideline to Develop Business, Law and Technology Solutions | 3 | |
| 5 | SSII | Specialized Seminar II | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SML | Statistical and Machine-Learning Data Mining-Techniques for Better Predictive Modeling and Analysis of Big Data | 3 | |
| 2 | DFB | Decentralize Finance: How Financial Innovation is Transforming the Banking Industry | 3 | |
| 3 | EDA | Economics of Data, Analytics and Transformation | 3 | |
| 4 | CSS | Challenges and Solutions for Sustainable Smart City Development | 3 | |
| 5 | SSIII | Specialized Seminar III | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RET | Research Thesis | 12 | |
***Specialized seminars are conducted by each supervisor and/or organized as a series by the NUM School of Public Policy to support students in mastering their majors and in writing their master’s theses. Within one week after the event, each student must submit the thesis deliverables and reflection papers to the administration for credit.
In parallel with the strategic plan of the National University of Management, the program learning objectives of the Master's Degree in Digital Economy include:
At the end of the Master's Program in Digital Economy, the students will be able to:
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Digital Economy, Financial Technology, Smart City Management Planning, Finance, Economics, Management, or any other equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (Cambodia).
Candidates are required to successfully defend their research proposal and demonstrate English proficiency.
Under the Master’s Program in Digital Economy, students must complete a two-year curriculum consisting of 48 credit hours. This includes 36 credits for basic core, major, and elective courses, and 12 credits for the thesis, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0. Students are also encouraged to actively participate in guest lectures, workshops, academic dialogue forums, and local or overseas study tours.
Students in the digital economy can access diverse job opportunities across public, private, and non-profit sectors at local, regional, and international levels. Graduates can contribute to digital governance, corporate strategy, smart city projects, financial technology, data analytics, and academic research.
Evaluate web traffic, study market trends, and recommend strategies to strengthen online business performance.
Develop and implement sales objectives, manage online platforms, optimize digital marketing strategies, and enhance customer experience.
Oversee digital media efforts, manage social media profiles, and lead paid search and social campaigns.
Plan and manage smart city projects, integrating technology to improve urban living and sustainability.
Design and implement fintech solutions for businesses and financial institutions, advancing digital financial services.
Analyze big data to provide insights and support evidence‑based decision‑making across industries.
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