University of Michigan‑Dearborn

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, preferably in business, economics, or a quantitative field; relevant work experience is preferred but not mandatory.

About This Program

Corporate finance, investments, derivatives, valuation, risk management, and financial analytics.

Career Outcomes

Graduates prepared for success in corporate finance, investment management, risk assessment, and banking with Bloomberg certification and real-world portfolio management experience from the Bloomberg Finance Lab.

• 1. Financial Analyst
• 2. Risk Manager
• 3. Portfolio Manager
• 4. Investment Banker

What You'll Learn

• Analyze corporate financial decisions and capital structures.
• Manage financial risks using derivatives and hedging strategies.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and construct portfolios.
• Apply quantitative methods to financial modeling and forecasting.

Curriculum Highlights

30-33 credits total with four foundation courses, 18 core credits, and electives; Foundation: Financial Information Development, Economics Analysis, Business Analytics/Statistics, Financial Fundamentals; Core: Advanced Corporate Finance, Corporate Valuation & Strategy, Investment Analysis & Management, Derivatives & Risk Management; Concentrations: Corporate Finance (M&A, Treasury focus) or Investments (Portfolio management, securities focus); Bloomberg Finance Lab integrated

Top Employers

Top employers include major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs, investment firms such as BlackRock and Vanguard, and corporations like Ford and General Motors.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, preferably in business, economics, or a quantitative field; relevant work experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)