Program Overview
Master of Finance Program
The Master of Finance program prepares students to make immediate, skilled contributions in the dynamic world of finance with a curriculum grounded in both theory and practice. Students engage in case studies, corporate-sponsored projects, industry presentations, and site visits. The program emphasizes analytical depth and practical application, equipping students with a strong foundation in finance.
Program Overview
The program offers two specializations: Quantitative Finance and Corporate Finance, both of which are STEM-eligible. The program is also recognized by the CFA Institute as a University Affiliated Program. Students receive robust support from Weatherhead's Career Management Office, whose dedicated staff assist with job and internship searches, provide industry connections, and offer guidance on professional development.
Learning Outcomes
- Students are competent analytical problem solvers.
- Students are skilled at solving unstructured problems.
- Students demonstrate effective teamwork.
Program Requirements
The Master of Finance degree curriculum offers students the flexibility of determining the structure of their program based on their long-term goals and specific areas of interest. Students can graduate with the basic program of 30 credit hours in two semesters, or work toward additional departmental certification, available upon successful completion of 39 credit hours in three or four semesters.
Required Core Courses
| Course List Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FNCE 401 | Financial Orientation | 0.5 |
| FNCE 404 | Financial Modeling | 3 |
| FNCE 421 | Corporate Financial Analysis | 3 |
| FNCE 429 | Investment Management | 3 |
| FNCE 430 | Derivatives and Risk Management | 3 |
| FNCE 435 | Empirical Finance | 3 |
| FNCE 436A | Individual, Team and Career Development | 0.75 |
| FNCE 436B | Individual, Team and Career Development | 1.75 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Specializations
Specialization courses develop expertise in a particular specialization: Corporate Finance or Quantitative Finance. Enrollment in elective courses may be contingent upon appropriate performance in the program.
Corporate Finance Specialization (STEM Eligible)
| Course List Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FNCE 428 | Financial Strategy and Value Creation | 3 |
| FNCE 431 | Fixed Income Markets and Their Derivatives | 3 |
| FNCE 434 | Financial Analytics and Banking | 3 |
| FNCE 440 | Financial Decisions Modeling and Analytics | 3 |
| FNCE 470 | Financial Models Using Big Data | 3 |
| FNCE 480 | Global Banking & Capital Markets | 3 |
| FNCE 500 | Projects in Finance | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Quantitative Finance Specialization (STEM Eligible)
| Course List Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FNCE 412 | Algorithmic Trading | 3 |
| FNCE 431 | Fixed Income Markets and Their Derivatives | 3 |
| FNCE 433 | Quantitative Risk Modeling | 3 |
| FNCE 440 | Financial Decisions Modeling and Analytics | 3 |
| FNCE 470 | Financial Models Using Big Data | 3 |
| FNCE 491 | Python Programming w Appl in Finance | 3 |
| FNCE 500 | Projects in Finance | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 21 |
Dual Degree Options
- Business Administration, MBA/Finance, MFin