Finance, MS

The MS in Finance (MSF) is a fast-track degree that equips students with in-depth expertise in finance.The program is designed for recent college graduates and early career professionals who wish to study the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge.

University Policies

Policies detailed in the current Policies and General Information Bulletin apply.

Admissions Requirements

Admission requirements are detailed in the Admissions section of the current Policies and General Information Bulletin.

Degree Requirements

The MSF is a 32-unit program that can be completed in as few as two semesters full-time or four semesters part-time.

MSF Degree Unit Breakdown

Core Course: 24 Units
Electives: 8 Units

Financial Accounting: New students are required to show competency in Financial Accounting prior to enrollment in coursework.

Core Courses

Asset Management Practicum (4 units)
Corporate Finance (4 units)
Drucker Philosophy (2 units)
Emerging Technologies (2 units)
Entrepreneurial Finance (2 units)
Financial Derivatives (4 units)
Fixed Income (4 units)
Macroeconomics (2 units)

Elective Courses

Electives vary from year to year and are listed on the MSF course schedule. Students are required to complete 8 units. 4 units must be from Group A (pre-approved quantitative electives). The remaining 4 units must be selected from Group B (pre-approved management/leadership electives).

Online Ethics Course

MSF students are required to complete an online ethics course in the first fall semester of the program. The course aims to ensure that all MSF students have an understanding of the ethical decision-making framework CFA has developed to guide investment professionals as they resolve ethical dilemmas in the best interests of their clients. Students should consult their academic advisor for more information.

Departmental Policies

Transfer Credit. The Drucker School does not permit transfer units for its master’s degree. Students may instead request to waive courses. For more information, please see the department handbook.

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