Master of Science in Finance (online)
Elevate your career with our Master of Science in Finance program, designed for everyone with an interest in finance; from professionals seeking to advance their expertise in the field to those looking to transition into a finance career. This program develops the advanced quantitative and analytical skills essential in today’s competitive market. Our curriculum seamlessly integrates modeling, data analytics, information technology, and quantitative techniques across all finance courses, equipping you with the tools to thrive in the dynamic financial industry.
The program consists of 33 credits taken over a 16-month period with admit terms of August, January or May. To obtain program admission information, please contact the Graduate Business Admissions Office at 305-284-2510 or by email omsf@miami.edu.
Admission Requirements
- Application - Completed application for admission submitted through Miami Herbert Business School application portal.
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Official academic transcripts from all previous attended post-secondary institutions must be submitted directly to the application portal.
- International applicants must have their education credentials from institutions outside of the United States verified by an approved international credentialing evaluation service such as World Education Services to confirm degree equivalency and GPA calculation.
- Personal statement (up to 600 words) and a short-essay response to the program-related question in the application portal.
- A current resume outlining your professional and academic achievements.
- At least one letter of recommendation is required. Up to three may be submitted.
- Official GMAT or GRE – (optional)
- GMAT Institution Code is 7NV-S1-96 (or the locator code specific to your program of interest)
- GRE Institution Code is 5815
- Duolingo English Test (DET), IELTS and TOEFL score report – A valid score (less than 2 years old) is required as proof of English proficiency for international applicants who did not receive a degree in the United States or a foreign country where English is the primary language. The following minimum score is required for admission to a graduate business degree program.
- TOEFL - 94 or above; Institution code: 5815
- IELTS - 7.0 or above; Institution code: 4861
- DET – 125 or above
If you do not yet have a TOEFL or IELTS score (international candidates only), you may complete and submit your application prior to taking the exam by indicating your approximate date within the Standardized Tests tab in the Academic History section. Select “Add Test Score” by the relevant test, then indicate that you have not yet taken the exam and add your estimated test date in the section provided.
We encourage candidates to upload unofficial transcripts and test scores (if required) with their application in order to expedite the review of their file while official documents are processed.
QUESTIONS?
Connect with Miami Herbert Business School’s graduate enrollment advisors at (305) 284-2510, by email at mba@miami.edu, or visit the Miami Herbert Business School website.
Curriculum Requirements (Full-Time and Professional Track)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| FIN 613 | Asset Pricing and Investment | 3 |
| FIN 614 | Corporate Finance and Corporate Governance | 3 |
| FIN 615 | Psychology of Financial Markets and Financial Decisions | 3 |
| FIN 616 | Business Valuation | 3 |
| FIN 617 | Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| FIN 618 | Quantitative Finance and Trading | 3 |
| FIN 619 | Quantitative Portfolio Management | 3 |
| FIN 635 | Quantitative and Analytical Fundamentals for Finance | 3 |
| Electives (select 3) | 9 | |
| Finance Immersion | ||
| Fixed Income Markets | ||
| Private Equity and Venture Capital Markets | ||
| Financial Analytics Using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 33 | |
Sample Plan of Study: Full-Time
The Online MS in Finance is a lock-step curriculum. However, the course sequence may be subject to change.
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
| FIN 635 | Quantitative and Analytical Fundamentals for Finance | 3 |
| FIN 613 | Asset Pricing and Investment | 3 |
| FIN 614 | Corporate Finance and Corporate Governance | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| FIN 615 | Psychology of Financial Markets and Financial Decisions | 3 |
| FIN 616 | Business Valuation | 3 |
| FIN 617 | Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| FIN 618 | Quantitative Finance and Trading | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| FIN 619 | Quantitative Portfolio Management | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 33 | |
Sample Plan of Study: Professional Track
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
| FIN 635 | Quantitative and Analytical Fundamentals for Finance | 3 |
| FIN 613 | Asset Pricing and Investment | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| FIN 615 | Psychology of Financial Markets and Financial Decisions | 3 |
| FIN 614 | Corporate Finance and Corporate Governance | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| FIN 617 | Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Year Two | ||
| First Semester | ||
| FIN 619 | Quantitative Portfolio Management | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| FIN 616 | Business Valuation | 3 |
| FIN 618 | Quantitative Finance and Trading | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Three electives (9 credits) are required for the program. Select from the following courses: | ||
| Finance Immersion | ||
| Fixed Income Markets | ||
| Private Equity and Venture Capital Markets | ||
| Financial Modeling and Valuation | ||
| Financial Analytics Using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | ||
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 33 | |
Mission
The Master of Science in Finance online program is designed to prepare students for finance-focused careers, such as a personal financial adviser, financial manager, financial analyst, financial services sales agent, or insurance underwriter.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Use teamwork, business communication, and organizational skills to effectively analyze information and present results in group projects.
- Apply analytical and theoretical approaches to financial topics.
- Use technology for financial problem solving.
