Program at a Glance 

All full-time MS programs are STEM-designated
 

August

Program Start

14

Courses

9 or 16 

Months

A data-driven curriculum.

Earn your STEM-designated MS in Finance at Simon. Choose an internship or non-internship track and explore concentrations such as corporate finance and risk management.

Internship vs Non-Internship

The Full-Time MSF program offers an internship or non-internship track based on your career plan. The Benet Career Management Center will continue to support you as your goals evolve. See our course catalog for further details.

3 Specialized concentrations 

Choose from specializations in Investment Management and Financial Analysis, Corporate Financial Strategy and Investment Banking, andFinancial Technology and Innovation 

Core Courses

  • ACC 401: Corporate Financial Accounting 
  • CIS 468: Financial Spreadsheet Modeling 
  • FIN 411: Financial Markets & Investments 
  • FIN 413: Corporate Finance & Capital Budgeting 
  • FIN 424: Financial Options & Strategic Flexibility 
  • FIN 462: Foundations in Financial Economics 
  • FIN 465: Applied Finance Project 
  • GBA 462P: Core Statistics for MS Students Using Python 
  • GBA 485A: Foundations of Python 
  • MGC 461: Professional Communications

Sample Elective Courses

  • ACC 411: Applied Financial Statement Analysis with Data Analytics
  • BPP 426: Macroeconomic Policy: Choices and Outcomes 
  • CIS: 433: AI & Deep Learning 
  • FIN: 418: Quantitative Investing 
  • FIN 421: Asset Management 
  • FIN 430: Advanced Capital Budgeting & Strategic Financial Management 
  • FIN 438: Mergers & Acquisitions 

MS in Finance Employment Overview:

  • $84,323 Mean base salary plus signing bonus for graduates employed in the US (average, 2022–2024)
  • Many of our MS in Finance graduates choose careers in: Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Risk Management
  • Sample Hiring Companies: Bank of Beijing Chobani, LLC Citigroup Goldman Sachs JPMorgan Chase & Co. RBC Capital Markets

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Why Simon?

We prepare you to thrive in a data-driven world. Our MS programs combine rigorous academics with real-world experience, career support, and a collaborative community. Learn from experts. Build your future. Join us!

STEM Designation

All MS programs are STEM-designated, indicating analytical rigor and allowing international students to work in the U.S. for up to three years post-graduation.

Real-World Experience

Each program includes experiential learning opportunities, such as capstone projects with corporate sponsors, enabling students to apply their knowledge to real-life business challenges.

Integrated Student Experience

The Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center and the Ainslie Office of Student Engagement (OSE) are important professional resources for our students. You will be connected to career opportunities with leading employers and engage in a variety of co-curricular activities, including diverse student clubs, to foster a well-rounded educational journey.

Prepare to Apply for 2026!

It's never too early to focus on your business school plans for next year. Simon offers the opportunity to get feedback on your candidacy before you apply, which will give you the tools you need to submit your most competitive application when it opens in September. Additionally, check out the Simon Admissions Blog for a sneak peek at the application requirements, Admissions Committee tips, and more.

  • No GMAT/GRE score required
  • Merit-based scholarships available
  • Apply early to maximize your chance for admission
  • Streamlined application requirements
Dan Burnside Curriculum Quote

"Balancing foundational finance with the latest in AI and financial technology, our MS in Finance program is designed to meet the evolving demands of the finance industry. We offer three focused concentrations—Investment Management, Corporate Finance, and Fintech—providing targeted pathways that go beyond the generalized models of many competitor schools. This structure equips students with in-demand skills and specialized knowledge, enhancing their competitiveness in a rapidly changing job market."

  • Daniel Burnside
  • Clinical Professor of Finance
  • Faculty Director of Finance Program
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Get to know our students.

See the academic backgrounds, international reach, and varied experience of our MS in Finance students—and discover how you’ll fit into a driven, data-minded community preparing for impact in finance.
 

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