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2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

Finance MS

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The Finance MS program is designed for students who wish to obtain a comprehensive graduate-level education in the field of finance. The MS in finance program provides two tracks of study - financial management and quantitative finance. In a volatile financial economy, employers seek future leaders like you, armed with the knowledge to make sound financial decisions. Accelerate your business career with a focused, graduate-level education where you’ll gain the strong analytical skills, academic training and practical tools that financial market employers are seeking in their ideal candidates. 

 

Financial Risk Management Track

Required Core (21 credits)

Capstone: Project (3 credits)

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Electives (12 credits)

At least 2 must be STEM electives.

STEM Electives (6-12 credits)

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Additional Electives (0-6 credits)

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Total Credit Hours: 36

3.0 Degree GPA required

Financial Risk Management/Fintech Track

Required Core (21 credits)

Capstone: Project (3 credits)

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Fintech Courses (6 credits)

Electives (6 credits)

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Total Credit Hours: 36

3.0 Degree GPA required

Quantitative Finance Track

Required courses (21 credits)

Capstone: Project (3 credits)

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Electives (12 credits)

Select 12 credits from:

Total Credit Hours: 36

3.0 Degree GPA required

Quantitative Finance/Fintech Track

Required Core (21 credits)

Capstone: Project (3 credits)

Select 1 from:

Fintech Courses (6 credits)

Electives (6 credits)

Select 2 from:

Total Credit Hours: 36

3.0 Degree GPA required

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1) Students will develop knowledge of the policies, principles, and techniques involved in financial decisions.

2) Apply an understanding of ethics and social responsibility

3) Apply knowledge of financial concepts in new and unfamiliar circumstances.

4) Improve overall presentation skills

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

 

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