Overview

The Finance program from University of Massachusetts Boston participates in the CFA® Institute University Affiliation Program. This participation signals that our curriculum is closely tied to the practice of investment management and is helpful to students preparing for the CFA exams. On an annual basis our program awards as many as 10 CFA student scholarships.

In the MSF, you will:

Analyze and interpret financial statements, develop financial models, and make informed financial decisions
Learn to assess and manage risk, including market, credit, and operational risks, to mitigate financial losses
Develop a comprehensive understanding of financial theory and practices, as well as the ethical considerations and legal frameworks that underpin the finance industry.

What you'll learn

The program emphasizes education on quantitative techniques in finance to meet the increasing demand for such skills in the finance job market. The MSF program is STEM-designated, allowing international students to apply for up to three years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the United States upon graduation.

Structure and outcomes

The program is designed for students with different academic backgrounds; a bachelor's degree in finance is not required and can be completed full-time or part-time, with classes that meet primarily in the evenings, late afternoons, and online. Scheduling is highly flexible, with most classes meeting once per week. Graduates with an MSF have been hired by State Street, Fidelity, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Economics for Managers
Accounting for Managers
Financial Management
Mathematical Analysis for Managers
Corporate Finance
Global Portfolio Investment Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Finance View 483 other Masters in Finance in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official GMAT or GRE scores.
Essay (Students may write their essay using either the standard essay prompt in the online application or the one below.)Part 1 (up to 300 words): Why are you interested in attending graduate school at UMass Boston?
Part 2 (approx. 1,200 words): State a current issue, problem or topic from your intended field of study (This can be specific to your country, state or local community) and discuss your strategic plan as to how you would address the issue and how attending graduate school at UMass Boston will aid you in your pursuits.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

14886 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7443 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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