Manipal Academy of Higher Education Expands Online Degree Portfolio with New Programs

VMPL
New Delhi [India], August 21: 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."
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