MS in Finance
Master of Science in Finance
A master's degree in finance at the George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor's or master's degree in business administration or a degree in another quantitative discipline. It emphasizes both financial theory and quantitative methods in financial management. Students engage in applied research and modeling, using large professional databases and computer software packages. They explore the international and regulatory dimensions of finance while focusing on risk management, financial engineering, banking, corporate finance and portfolio analysis and management.
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Program Features
Full-time or Part-time
Pursue this degree at your own pace. Average completion time: 1.5 years (full-time) or 2 years (part-time). Entry semester: fall or spring.
Dedicated Career Coaching
Our Fowler Career Center and Careers360 program connect you with employers and mentors in consulting, finance, and marketing.
Dual Degree Programs
Pursue this master's degree while also earning your MBA.
See Where Our Graduates Have Landed
GWSB’s extensive network of over 60,000 graduates spans 260+ organizations across the public and private sector and around the world. Our alumni regularly connect with current students and fellow alumni, attend events, mentor, and help GWSB evolve and expand. It’s this involvement by our graduates that truly contributes to the success of the school.
- Amazon
- Bank of America
- Chevron
- Citibank
- Deloitte
- Fannie Mae
- Freddie Mac
- HSBC
- JP Morgan
- Microsoft
- World Bank Group
Explore This Program
Students in this finance master's program can choose between an intensive program (completing the degree in 12 months, including a summer session) or a regular program (completing the degree in 24 months with two summer sessions). In either program, students learn about advanced corporate finance, portfolio and risk management and other financial analysis and strategy through statistics, econometrics and financial and computer modeling. Students simultaneously gain advanced knowledge of financial markets, real estate and build quantitative financial techniques. This STEM-designated finance degree unlocks roles in financial consulting, investment management, corporate finance, insurance, real estate investment and more.
Sample Courses:
Modeling & Econometrics
- Financial Modeling and Econometrics
- Corporate Financial Management and Modeling
- Financial Theory and Research
- Advanced Financial Econometrics and Modeling
Investment Management
- Investment Analysis and Global Portfolio Management
- Financial Engineering and Derivative Securities
- Real Estate Finance and Fixed-Income Security Valuation
Applied & Global Finance
- Cases in Financial Management and Investment Banking
- Comparative Financial Market Regulation and Development
Total Credits: 48 | Commitment: Part-Time or Full-Time | Location: In-Person
Length of Program: Expected completion for the full-time program is under two years
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Why GW Business?
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., our MS in Finance program offers unparalleled access to the District’s extensive financial ecosystem of federal regulatory agencies, major financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, and global think tanks. You will have the opportunity to build a robust professional network through on- and off-campus interactions with these industry leaders, and pursue highly-prized internships and job placements. The exceptional applied finance curriculum taught by eminent faculty with PhDs from top-ranked universities will allow you to emerge well positioned for a successful and rewarding career.
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