MSF-Master of Science in Finance

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                                                          Northeastern University

Graduate School of Business Administration

                                                          Master of Science in Finance

Invest in Your Future

Financial leadership plays a critical role in determining how a company will meet its strategic goals. Northeastern's MS in Finance (MSF) program will train you in the skills essential for success in a career in finance.

The MSF program provides rigorous training in finance, helping students to develop their analytical and financial management skills. The program allows students to pursue study in either corporate finance or investments.

Northeastern's MSF curriculum is taught by full-time faculty, recognized as expert researchers by award-winning industry journals. In addition to extensive academic training in their field, our faculty have led major organizations, served as consultants, and many hold additional credentials including CFA and CPA. MS in Finance students enhance their networking opportunities as a result of their close association with faculty and industry leaders.

Realize Dividends

The MSF program offers convenience and flexibility. You can complete the program in 18-21 months. Students proceed through the program with many of the same classmates, enhancing networking opportunities. Classes are offered at the Batterymarch campus, located in Boston’s downtown financial district, and on Northeastern's Main Campus.

MSF students can take advantage of Northeastern’s MBA overseas summer study programs furthering their knowledge of global business. Students may choose trips of up to two weeks in duration to selected countries that are determined annually on student feedback.

Curriculum

The MSF curriculum provides comprehensive coverage of critical topics in finance including valuation, mergers and acquisitions, business turnaround, risk management, derivatives, insurance, and investments. The finance seminar course focuses on current methodologies in financial analysis.

Year one

Financial Theory and Policy
Analysis of Financial
Institutions and Markets
Investment Analysis
International Financial
Management
Elective
Elective

Year two

Financial Strategy
Elective
Finance Seminar
Elective
*Sample Elective Courses:

• Financial Risk Management
• Fixed Income Securities and Risk
• Investment Banking
• Business Turnarounds
• Valuation and Value Creation
• Real Estate Finance
• Finance Management for Value Creation
• Personal Financial Planning
• Portfolio Management
• Health Care Finance
• Entrepreneurial Finance
• Risk Management and Insurance
• Advanced Topics in Finance:Venture Capital
Students are also required to complete a thesis to graduate from the program.
Students planning for the CFA exam find that the material is integrated into the curriculum of the MSF program. Those planning for the Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) exam also receive excellent preparation through the MSF courses and additional graduate business electives.

How to apply
To apply you will need to submit:
• Completed online application
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended*
• Official GMAT score
• Official TOEFL or IELTS score if undergraduate school instruction was not in English
• Two letters of professional or academic recommendation
• Current resume
• Application fee of $100
*Transcripts must be translated and certified by World Education Services (www.wes.org)

Northeastern University’s MS in Finance program is right for you if:

• You are ready to advance your career in finance.
• You are eager to learn from highly qualified faculty.
• You are interested in pursuing a CFA®, CFP® certificate, or CPA.
• You want a program that you can complete in as little as 18 months.

How to learn more

To learn more about the MS in Finance program:

• Visit our website at
www.msf.neu.edu

• Contact us at gsba@neu.edu or 617-373-5992 to:• Speak with an admissions team member or an MSF faculty member, student or alumnus

• Schedule a class visit

Application Information

The Admissions Committee evaluates an applicant’s:

• Academic preparation for graduate work including undergraduate GPA, GMAT, and TOEFL scores as necessary

• Career advancement potential in finance

• Quality, length, and level of work experience

• Potentially unique contributions to the classroom

Notes:

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis.
Application deadline: February 1
Program begins: September
Apply online at www.cba.neu.edu/graduate/admissions.