Top finance master's programs, like RIT's master of science in finance, prepare you to take the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) exam–the most respected and recognized investment management designation in the world. In this highly flexible program, you’ll complete courses in accounting for decision makers, financial analysis for managers, securities and investment analysis, options and futures, and more. In addition, you'll choose elective courses in a wide range of dynamic areas–portfolio management, financial analytics, equity analysis, stock market algorithmic trading, financial modeling and analysis, and more–that prepare you for today's dynamic careers in finance. enhance your marketability and expand your job prospects.

Unlock the world of finance, encompassing corporate finance, investment management, banking, insurance, consulting and more. Having learned financial theories of risk, return and valuation, and how to apply them to solve diverse problems, a wide range of career options are available to you as a graduate in finance.

The Masters of Science in Finance program at Saunders is designed specifically to prepare you to take the CFA exam. The Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) credential is the most respected and recognized investment management designation in the world. International students qualify to apply for a F-1 STEM OPT work extension which can extend their total work eligibility up to 3 years.

At Saunders you will be backed by a Financial Advisory Board of industry professionals that works to ensure excellence in Finance. By joining the Finance Management Association club, you will participate in managing a real investment portfolio.

As part of RIT, founded in 1829, the program benefits from a rich tradition of strong corporate relationships, professors with industry experience, and an applied focus. With one of the oldest and largest cooperative education programs at RIT, Saunders delivers employer satisfaction as demonstrated by a 95% outcomes rate.

• Manage a real investment portfolio with the Finance Management Association.
• The curriculum in the MS in Finance is designed to prepare you to take the Chartered Financial Analyst®  (CFA) exam. 

Encompassing corporate finance, investment management, banking, insurance, consulting, and more, RIT’s master of science in finance unlocks the world of finance and prepares you for managerial careers in corporate finance, investment analysis, and portfolio management, financial consulting, and financial institutions.

Finance Careers

Graduates of RIT's master of science in finance are prepared for outstanding career opportunities in a range of finance positions, including financial engineer, risk analyst, research associate, quantitative analyst, quantitative investment analyst, credit risk analyst, quantitative strategist, data analyst, and more.

Our alumni are employed at diverse financial firms such as AMG Technology, Invata Intralogistics, T3 Trading Group, LLC, TD Securities, MAI Capital Management, and more.

Finance, MS degree, typical course sequence
Course    Sem. Cr. Hrs.
First Year
ACCT-603    Accounting for Decision Makers    3
FINC-721    Financial Analysis for Managers    3
FINC-725    Securities and Investment Analysis    3
FINC-740    Options and Futures    3
FINC-790    Field Exam Preparatory    1
     
Finance Electives
9
     
STEM Electives
9
Total Semester Credit Hours    
31
Finance electives
FINC-722    Financial Management II
FINC-732    Portfolio Management
FINC-742    Financial Modeling and Analysis
FINC-758    Seminar in Finance
FINC-760    Finance in a Global Environment
FINC-761    Stock Market Algorithmic Trading
FINC-772    Equity Analysis
FINC-773    Debt Analysis
FINC-780    Financial Analytics
STEM electives
ACCT-745    Accounting Information and Analytics
BANA-680    Data Management for Business Analytics
BANA-780    Advanced Business Analytics
MGIS-650    Introduction to Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
MGIS-725    Data Management and Analytics
FINC-742    Financial Modeling and Analysis
FINC-761    Stock Market Algorithmic Trading
FINC-773    Debt Analysis
FINC-780    Financial Analytics

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the MS program in finance, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

• Complete an online graduate application. Refer to Graduate Admission Deadlines and Requirements for information on application deadlines, entry terms, and more.
• Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
• Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college.
• Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).
• Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
• Two letters of recommendation are required. Refer to Application Instructions and Requirements for additional information.
• Not all programs require the submission of scores from entrance exams (GMAT or GRE). Please refer to the Graduate Admission Deadlines and Requirements page for more information.
• Submit a personal statement of educational objectives. Refer to Application Instructions and Requirements for additional information.
• International applicants whose native language is not English must submit official test scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Students below the minimum requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Refer to Graduate Admission Deadlines and Requirements for additional information on English requirements. International applicants may be considered for an English test requirement waiver. Refer to Additional Requirements for International Applicants to review waiver eligibility.

Tuition fee-$55,000 for 1 year