Masters Degrees in Finance, USA

Program overview

The master of science in computational finance is designed for students interested in computational or quantitative finance careers in banking, finance, and a growing number of additional industries. Professionals in these fields use their strengths in business, modeling, and data analysis to understand and use complex financial models, often involving differential and stochastic calculus.

The program addresses a vital and growing career field, reaching beyond banking and finance. Typical job titles include risk analyst, research associate, quantitative analyst, quantitative structured credit analyst, credit risk analyst, quantitative investment analyst, quantitative strategist, data analyst, senior data analyst, fixed income quantitative analyst, and financial engineer. Computational finance is an excellent career option for technically-oriented professionals in the fields of business, math, engineering, economics, statistics, and computer science. Programming knowledge is highly preferred.

Plan of study

The curriculum offers an integration of finance, mathematics, and computing. The required mathematics courses have substantial financial content and the experiential computational finance course, which students take during the summer, makes use of skills learned in the mathematics, analytics, and finance courses taken up to that point. The program has a strong multidisciplinary nature and combines the expertise of four of RIT's colleges. The program is a full-time, 17-month curriculum beginning exclusively in the fall. The program ends with a required non-credit comprehensive exam based on the courses completed by the student.

Curriculum

Computational finance, MS degree, typical course sequence:
-Accounting for Decision Makers
-Survey of Finance
-Equity Analysis
-Debt Analysis
-Advanced Derivatives
-Mathematics for Finance I
-Mathematics for Finance II
-Analytics Electives
-Electives
-Computational Finance Experience

Other admission requirements

-Submit official transcripts (in English) from all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
-Submit the results of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) (GMAT preferred).
-Submit a personal statement (Applicants should explain why their background, please indicate mathematical and programming knowledge, and interests make them suitable for the program).
-Submit a current resume, and complete a graduate application.
-International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language. Minimum scores of 580 (paper-based) or 92 (Internet-based) are required. Scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) will be accepted in place of the TOEFL exam. The minimum acceptable score is 7.0. The TOEFL or IELTS requirement is waived for native speakers of English or for those submitting transcripts from degrees earned at American institutions. For additional information on the IELTS, visit http://www.ielts.org.
-Completed applications for admission should be on file in the Office of Graduate Enrollment Services at least four weeks prior to registration for the next academic semester for students from the United States, and up to 10 weeks prior for international students applying for student visas.
-Accepted students can defer enrollment for up to one year. After one year, a new application must be submitted and will be re-evaluated based on the most current admission standards.

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Gain a solid foundation in the principles of finance, becoming well informed of topics critical to financial planning, implementation, measurement, and investment.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

Through the master's degree in the field of finance you:
-Gain an understanding of core elements of organizational finance decisions, including accounting and financial statement analysis, principles of finance, investments, corporate finance, and business evaluations.
-Build advanced knowledge of economic theory, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, international markets, and risk management.
-Develop quantitative and problem-solving skills in resolving complex financial decisions through a local, regional, and global lens.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The degree includes 12 courses (48 credits), at least four (16 credits) taken on campus.

-Get started. You begin by completing three admission courses from the program curriculum. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and ability to perform well as a Harvard student.
-Apply to the program. While you are completing your third admission course, you submit your application. We have application periods in the fall, spring, and summer.
-Continue your studies, online and on campus. As you progress through the program, you choose from courses offered on campus or online, in the fall, January, spring, or summer. You are required to take at least 16 credits (roughly four courses) on campus as part of your degree. Short, intensive on-campus options are available.
-Graduate with your Harvard degree. You participate in the annual Harvard Commencement, receiving your Harvard University degree: Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in extension studies, field: Finance.

COST

Affordability is core to our mission. Our 2016–17 graduate tuition is $2,550 per course; the total tuition cost of earning the graduate degree is approximately $30,600.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

The Student Financial Services staff can assist you in identifying funds that will help you meet the costs of your education. You can find more information here: http://www.extension.harvard.edu/tuition-enrollment/financial-aid

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MTSU’s new Master of Science in Finance program is designed to provide a graduate-level knowledge base and expertise to those who work in the growing field of finance, assisting individuals, companies, and governments, among others, in navigating the increasingly complex and essential world of financial analysis. The program is ideal for a prospective student with a business/quantitative background (e.g. finance, economics, accounting, mathematics, or engineering undergraduate degree) who is seeking to advance his/her career in the rewarding world of finance. The 12-month, 33-credit hour program will offer a class schedule to accommodate professionals in the work world as well as full-time students. The program aims to impart quantitative, practical knowledge in various areas within the field of finance; deliver hands-on experience applying various financial modeling and valuation concepts, tools, and techniques; and develop communication, critical thinking, analytical ethical decision making, and discipline-specific skills.

The Finance master’s degree aims to prepare students for careers as financial analysts, consultants, managers, and planners by promoting certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFS), Certified in Financial Management (CFM), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and/or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP).

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With more than one million companies incorporated in Delaware, there is no better place to pursue a master of laws in corporate law and finance than Delaware Law. Our location in Wilmington – often referred to as the “Corporate Capital of America” – gives you a front-row seat to courts and law firms on the leading edge of corporate law.

Offered through our Institute of Delaware Corporate and Business Law, the LLM in corporate law and finance is designed to prepare you for a successful future in today’s fast-paced global marketplace.

The master of laws in corporate law and finance degree is open to U.S. attorneys, as well as foreign-trained attorneys, which brings diversity and opportunity for career growth by establishing relationships with colleagues from around the world.

Visit the website http://delawarelaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/graduate-programs/llm-in-corporate-law-finance/

Degree Requirements for Foreign-Trained Attorneys

- Degree Requirements for U.S. Attorneys

To earn a LLM in corporate law and finance, students must complete 24 semester hours of coursework at the graduate level, in corporate-related areas like commercial law, business acquisitions, or intellectual property. Graduate courses in corporate law and finance are worth between two and four semester hours of credit. At least 18 of the 24 semester hours must be completed in residence at Delaware Law, although students may complete this residence requirement as either a full-time or part-time student. Students may also earn graduate credit through one of the law school’s study abroad opportunities.

In order to qualify for the LLM, students must complete all program requirements within four years from the date of matriculation.

Required courses for graduates of ABA-approved law schools:

- Business Organizations
- Business Principles
- Securities Regulation
- Colloquium or Seminar: Advanced Corporations

Elective Courses

Beyond the required courses, LLM students may choose corporate-related upper-level courses in the Delaware Law catalog to fulfil the electives requirement. The electives needed for graduation must be in corporate-related areas, such as commercial law, business acquisitions, antitrust, international business, intellectual property, and taxation. Course offerings and credits per course are subject to change from year to year.

Visit the Cost of Attendance page for tuition rates and other fees. Students enrolled in the seated program must have money to cover living expenses such as rent, food, books, health insurance, and other costs, and fund their travel to Delaware. We recommend that students budget $50,000 if they wish to complete the program in one academic year.

Visit the Graduate Programs Admissions page for admissions eligibility (http://delawarelaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/graduate-programs/graduate-programs-admissions/).

For more information, contact our Graduate Programs Office (http://delawarelaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/graduate-programs/contact-us/).

Find out how to apply here - http://delawarelaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/graduate-programs/graduate-programs-admissions/

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Manderson's one-year program for Master of Science in Finance equips students with the skills to make sense of financial markets.

Visit the website: http://manderson.cba.ua.edu/academics/departments/masters_program/master_of_science_in_finance

Course detail

By empowering students with advanced expertise in investments, banking, corporate finance and financial engineering, Manderson graduates master all competitive markets.

Purpose

The course of study is designed to provide insight into the following topics: the importance of financial intermediaries and of the markets in which they participate, the valuation of specialized financial assets and how they are managed in a portfolio, the determination and behavior of interest rates and rates of return on assets.

Specialisations

- Financial Policy:

Home to the highly rigorous Master of Science in Finance, the Financial Policy specialization prepares students for roles as decision makers and policy drafters, legislators and experts.

- Financial Engineering

The Master of Science in Finance prepares students to excel in the highly competitive world of investment markets.

- Real Estate

Interdisciplinary courses covering asset and portfolio analysis, banking, quantitative methods, and economics support the real estate track, which is structured to encourage analytical thinking, creative problem solving and strategic decision making.

How to apply: http://graduate.ua.edu/prospects/application/

Fund your studies

Student Financial Aid provides comprehensive information and services regarding opportunities to finance the cost of education at The University of Alabama. We recognize that financial assistance is an important key to helping reach your educational and career goals. The financial aid staff is dedicated to making the financial aid process as straightforward as possible. Visit the website to find out more: http://financialaid.ua.edu/

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Program overview

The master of science degree in finance prepares students for managerial careers in corporate finance, investment analysis and portfolio management, financial consulting, and financial institutions. Courses prepare students to sit for the Certified Financial Analyst exam. To complete the program in one year, full-time students must begin their studies in the fall semester.

Plan of study

The program of study consists of 10 courses and a field exam. Candidates must successfully complete the comprehensive field exam.

Curriculum

Finance, MS degree, typical course sequence:
-Accounting for Decision Makers
-Financial Analysis for Managers
-Securities and Investment Analysis
-Finance in a Global Environment
-Financial Management II
-Options and Futures
-Financial Modeling and Analysis
-One 700-level Statistics Course
-One 700-level Economics Course
-One 700-level Finance Course
-Field Exam

Other admission requirements

-Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
-Submit scores from the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) (GMAT preferred for international applicants and those applying for scholarships).
-Submit a personal statement.
-Submit a current resume.
-Complete a graduate application.
-International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum scores of 580 (paper-based) or 92 (Internet-based) are required. Scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are accepted in place of the TOEFL exam. The minimum acceptable score is 7.0. The TOEFL or IELTS requirement is waived for native speakers of English or for those submitting transcripts from degrees earned at American institutions. For additional information on the IELTS, visit http://www.ielts.org.

Completed applications for admission should be on file in the Office of Graduate Enrollment Services at least four weeks prior to registration for the next academic semester for students from the United States, and up to 10 weeks prior for international students applying for student visas. Accepted students may defer enrollment for up to one year. After one year, a new application must be submitted and will be re-evaluated based on the most current admission standards.

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The School of Business comprises the Department of Finance; Department of Management; Department of Marketing and International Business collectively within The College of Management.

The Princeton Review ranks LIU Post’s College of Management as one of the top business schools in the United States. Our business degree programs have earned the highest seal of approval – accreditation by AACSB International. The College’s Master of Public Administration program is the only degree program on Long Island accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration.

School of Business

Skilled financial management is essential to business success. The Department of Finance provides you with the concepts, tools, and technologies to take on the complex issues of the global financial markets and meet the challenges facing businesses from small startups to multinational corporations.

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the world’s leading business school accrediting organization, our undergraduate, graduate, and dual-degree programs in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance provide you with a solid foundation designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application as well as techniques to adapt to shifting issues in the field. Our faculty bring a wealth of experience as well as new and vital research to the classroom in specialized courses covering core areas of the financial industry, including banking, capital markets, global debt, private equity and venture capital, investments and stock exchanges, corporate governance standards, securities regulation, and ethics.

Outside the classroom, participation in the LIU Post student chapter of the Financial Management Association International enables you to engage with leaders in the finance industry and to develop your own leadership and organizational skills. Through the Department’s outstanding intern program, you will gain real-world experience with leading corporations.

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To earn the Certificate in the Foundations of Finance, a student must complete five courses in the MS in Financial Analysis program:

- Corporate Finance
- Adv. Financial Statement Analysis
- Fixed Income I
- Equity Valuation
- Derivatives I

Courses in the Certificate are taken as Pass/No Pass and cannot be used for academic credit towards the MS in Financial Analysis program. The Certificate is designed for individuals seeking the knowledge necessary to understand how to value the standard asset classes of stocks, bonds and derivatives.

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The University of Tampa Master of Science in Finance prepares students for careers in the ever-changing financial industry. Changes in the investment industry and the financial markets require well-trained financial professionals to make value-enhancing decisions as information becomes available and the business environment changes.

Finance students are prepared for careers in private industry and government in such areas as banking, brokerage, individual and institutional investments, insurance, financial analysis and planning, portfolio management and more. Several courses have integrated the CFA® curriculum as provided by CFA Institute and are based on the Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) from the CFA® Program. Topics in these courses assist students in preparation for the CFA® exam.*

The College offers state-of-the-art resources such as the Huizenga Family Foundation Trading Center, providing Bloomberg Professional™ real-time trading information and hands-on financial management experience.

*CFA Institute, CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute. CFA Institute does not endorse, promote, review or warrant the accuracy of the products or services offered by The University of Tampa or verify or endorse the pass rates claimed by The University of Tampa.

Visit the website http://www.ut.edu/msfinance/

Sykes College of Business

Sykes College of Business is an integral part of a 105-acre university campus nestled in the heart of Tampa. As a comprehensive institution, The University of Tampa provides a full spectrum of resources, qualified faculty and modern facilities.

The Sykes College of Business is one of the elite private schools in the Southeast accredited at both the graduate and undergraduate levels by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International is the premier business accrediting organization, promoting excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education.

Find out how to apply here - http://www.ut.edu/apply

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The MSFA program at the University of San Francisco provides a unique combination of academic rigor and practical expertise.

This graduate program integrates the quantitative training required by the financial profession with solid grounding in the ethical behavior that underpins financial markets and transactions.

There is no city in the world like San Francisco. Transform your career in the SF Bay Area with the USF Master of Science in Financial Analysis.

The MSFA program at the University of San Francisco provides a unique combination of academic rigor and practical expertise.

Practical Expertise

Designed for recent graduates and students in the early stages of their careers, the full-time MSFA is a 1½ year program which includes a Research Practicum or Academic Immersion.

Academic Rigor

The USF Financial Analysis program curriculum covers the body of knowledge deemed necessary for the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation exams.

Values-Based Learning

The University of San Francisco has a rich tradition of leadership in ethics and values-based learning empowering students to achieve goals to truly “Change the World from Here.”

Program Overview

- Taught by USF Finance faculty and CFA-credentialed practitioners who are experts in their area.
- USF’s Master of Science in Financial Analysis program is a CFA Institute University Affiliate.
- The USF finance degree required courses include Micro & Macroeconomics, Equity and Fixed-Income Valuation, Derivatives, Portfolio Management, Alternative Investments, and Ethics and Finance. The programs also enhance real-world uses of several spreadsheet applications.
- 18-month program with 35 credits
- Meets three days per week
- No work experience required
- Accredited by the AACSB, the highest standard of achievement held only by 5% of business schools worldwide

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Columbia University’s new Master of Science in Applied Analytics empowers you to assess the application of an organization’s data and analytics. You will learn how to define and frame analytical problems, how to decide which data are collected and what analyses should be performed, and how to communicate and work with analysts on solutions that are technically sound as well as valuable to the organization. Available part-time and full-time, the program is anchored by three week-long courses on Columbia’s campus in New York City that feature networking, group exercises, and guest lecturers. Between these courses, you will complete additional coursework on campus or online through a networked learning platform. For your final capstone project, you will apply your knowledge to develop a real-world analytics project sponsored by a leading organization.

Program Structure

The program consists of required courses in two core areas. The Leadership, Management, and Communication Core develops an enterprise-wide perspective on data and the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to inspire, create, and foster an analytical culture within an organization. The Applied Analytics Core develops a broad understanding of the frameworks for the use of data to inform real-life business problems from data collection to application in decision-making. This core introduces you to the methods and range of tools and systems that organizations use to conceptualize, collect, manage, and analyze data to produce information to make it actionable across their enterprise.
For your elective study, you will align the foundational skills you've developed in the two core areas with three courses you choose that are pertinent to your academic and professional goals. Elective courses in a wide range of subjects, including business, finance, marketing, information visualization, collaboration, communication, and negotiation, let you obtain in-depth knowledge in a particular industry or functional area within an organization.
Completing your Integrated Capstone Project, you will apply what you have learned in the two core components to a real-world analytics project sponsored by a leading organization.
Students requiring an F1 visa must enroll full-time (12 credits) and study on campus. Students on an F1 visa are permitted to complete no more than one online class each semester. Students not on an F1 visa have the flexibility to enroll in courses online or on-campus. For these students, if desired, 68% of the coursework can be completed online. The program offers one core course each semester in a block week format at a Columbia University location in New York City which reduces the amount of time on campus for students located outside the New York metropolitan area.

For more information on the program structure please visit the website: http://sps.columbia.edu/applied-analytics/master-of-science-in-applied-analytics/curriculum

Funding and Financial Resources

We want to make sure that the cost of your continuing education and professional studies do not stand in the way of your goals.
Most students at the School of Professional Studies use a combination of savings, scholarships, loans, outside grants, sponsors, or employer tuition benefits to cover the cost of attendance. However you choose to finance your education, consider it an investment in your future, and know that we, in conjunction with the Office of Student Financial Planning, are here to help and advise you along the way.

For more information on available funding please visit the website: http://sps.columbia.edu/applied-analytics/master-of-science-in-applied-analytics/tuition-and-financing/financial-resources

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The University of San Francisco’s professional Master of Science in Financial Analysis program integrates the rigorous quantitative training required by the finance profession with a solid grounding in the ethical behavior that underpins financial markets and transactions. Pictured: John Ta MSFA '13, Matt Stalcup MSFA '13

Earn your graduate finance degree on your schedule with the University of San Francisco Master of Science in Financial Analysis (MSFA) program.

This hybrid part-time program has in-person classes that meet approximately once per month combined with online learning, allowing you to balance new learning opportunities with your professional responsibilities.

The MSFA program at the University of San Francisco provides a unique combination of academic rigor and practical expertise.

Program Overview

- 22-month program designed for working investment professionals.
- Each online course includes instructor videos and guided assignments, between in-person class sessions.
- Two-unit courses meet in person approximately one Saturday each month, for three months.

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Provides a solid foundation in the essentials of investment management. Great preparation for the CFA Level III exam.

To obtain the Certificate in Investment Management, students complete the following five courses from the MS in Financial Analysis program:

- Fixed Income II or Derivatives II
- Alternative Investments
- Portfolio Management
- Capital Market Theory
- Ethics for Finance I

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Whether working federally, for a major corporation or as a personal accountant, tax accounting is one of the fastest changing fields in business. The Master of Tax Accounting degree program takes a multi-dimensional approach to educating the modern tax specialist.

Visit the website: http://manderson.cba.ua.edu/academics/departments/masters_program/master_of_tax_accounting

Course detail

The program develops the taxation system and the interrelationships that exist between it and accounting theory, a knowledge of the law as it relates to taxation, and the tools necessary for research and communication in taxation.

Purpose

Graduates are prepared to research tax, legal and accounting databases related to tax problems and to make tax-related decisions. By drawing on their comprehensive knowledge of accounting and taxation, Manderson graduates always come out ahead.

Format

- Require courses -

AC 575
Taxation of Corporations & Shareholders

AC 576
Advanced Corporate Taxation

AC 578
Partnership Taxation

AC 593
Research & Communication in Taxation

- Electives -

AC 512
Advanced Financial Reporting & Analysis

AC 523
Business Valuation & Performance Measurement

AC 532
Advanced Governance, Risk Assessment & Assurance

AC 534
Fraud Risk Management

AC 556
Governmental & Nonprofit Accounting

LGS 504
Legal Issues in Accounting

AC 572/LAW 647
Estate & Gift Taxation

AC 577/LAW 641
Tax Practice & Procedure

AC 581/LAW 761
International Taxation

AC 582/LAW 650
State & Local Taxation

AC 583/LAW 732
Employee Benefits

AC 584/LAW 796
Tax-Exempt Organizations

Students planning on sitting for the CPA exam in the state of Alabama need three financial accounting courses, two auditing courses, one governmental accounting course and two law courses. Students should select three classes from the above list of electives if not taken during undergraduate school.


How to apply: http://graduate.ua.edu/prospects/application/

Fund your studies

Student Financial Aid provides comprehensive information and services regarding opportunities to finance the cost of education at The University of Alabama. We recognize that financial assistance is an important key to helping reach your educational and career goals. The financial aid staff is dedicated to making the financial aid process as straightforward as possible. Visit the website to find out more: http://financialaid.ua.edu/

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Master of International Banking
BOSTON – LONDON

Hult is the world’s most international business school with campuses and rotation centres in Boston, San Francisco, London, Dubai, Shanghai, and New York. With Hult’s Global Rotation program, students have the opportunity to select their home campus and then spend up to three months studying at two others.

Only Hult allows you to complete your Master while immersing yourself in up to three of the world’s most influential cities. Hult’s one-year Master of International Banking program offers a rigorous education in the structure and functioning of capital and financial markets. It is designed as a springboard for students wishing to forge a career in international banking and finance.

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