MS in Finance
MS in Finance
The Master of Science in Finance program at the George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) builds on a bachelor or master of business administration degree 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 Program
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 getting 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 pursuing the Master of Science in Finance degree may choose between the intensive program and the regular program. Under the intensive program, students take four classes per semester to complete the degree in 12 months, including a summer session. The regular program, which is highly recommended, paces classes over a period of 24 months, including two summer sessions. There are no majors in this degree program. However, students with strong backgrounds in particular subject areas may petition to waive a required course and replace it with an elective approved by the program director.
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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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GWSB faculty and students earn top awards, research grants, and global recognition in management, finance, decision sciences, and public policy.
Publications (2024-2025)
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GWSB faculty earn top journal placements, publish books, and shape global business thought in finance, AI, ethics, strategy, and sustainable innovation.
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GW Investment Institute expands hands-on learning with new stock pitch competition, non-credit programs, and $10.3M in student-managed funds.
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