Florida International University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0. A background in finance, accounting, business, or economics is preferred; applicants from other fields may be required to complete prerequisite coursework. GMAT or GRE scores are typically required.

About This Program

Flexible MS in Finance with online or in-person options and strong CFA and FinTech alignment.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for senior-level financial roles including corporate finance, investment advisory, fund management, M&A, international finance, commercial/investment banking, and FinTech positions.

• 1. Financial Analyst
• 2. Investment Manager
• 3. Corporate Finance Manager
• 4. Risk Manager

What You'll Learn

• Analyze and construct diversified investment portfolios using modern factor models, optimization techniques, and asset allocation strategies
• Evaluate corporate financial decisions including capital budgeting, financial modeling, mergers and acquisitions, and capital structure
• Price and manage financial derivatives including forwards, futures, options, and swaps using no-arbitrage principles and valuation models
• Assess credit risk, interpret capital market instruments, and apply macroeconomic analysis to inform investment and financing decisions

Curriculum Highlights

36 credits total with core courses taken 2 at a time in 8-week terms; Core courses cover financial fundamentals, strategy, and methodologies; Specialization courses in International Banking, Financial Management, or Investments; Bloomberg Lab experience integrated; Experiential learning components

Top Employers

Top employers include major investment banks such as Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase, asset management firms like BlackRock and Vanguard, corporate finance departments at Fortune 500 companies, and financial consulting firms such as McKinsey and Deloitte.

Admissions

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0. A background in finance, accounting, business, or economics is preferred; applicants from other fields may be required to complete prerequisite coursework. GMAT or GRE scores are typically required.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Master of Science
• GMAT/GRE: Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+, IELTS 6.5+)