Applied Finance Curriculum
Master of Science in Applied Finance
Unlike other degree programs in finance that concentrate almost exclusively on theoretical concepts, the Graziadio School's MS in Applied Finance takes a more holistic approach to prepare our students for a variety of financial careers. This 12-15 month program features a curriculum that focuses on the application of theory to real-world business needs. In the optional fourth trimester, students may enroll in a 0-unit internship practicum in order to apply their learning and gain additional experience prior to graduation.
The MS in Applied Finance is open to recent college graduates who may or may not have an undergraduate degree in business. The program will give students a solid foundation with the core skills and knowledge needed to launch a career in finance.
Curriculum Track: Investments
| Internship Practicum (optional) | 0 units |
| Total Units Required | 41 units |
| Core Courses (economics, quantitative methods, accounting and finance) | 33 units |
| Career Seminar | 0 units |
| Electives (limited to ACCT, DESC, ECNM and FINC prefix courses) | 8 units |
This track emphasizes on skills in such in-demand expertise as business valuation, equity analysis, and investment banking. Additionally, it provides knowledge to prepare you for the Chartered Financial Analyst exam.
Career opportunities include equity analysis, fixed income analysis, and money management.