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Finance M.S.

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Overview

The Master of Science in Finance at Saint Joseph's University is designed to prepare students for success in the fast-paced, dynamic financial industry. The curriculum is rich enough to prepare professionals to engage in financial planning services or to pursue careers in financial analysis and corporate finance.

Saint Joseph's program is one of the few finance graduate programs in the nation that boasts CFP-certification, Haub School of Business' AACSB accreditation , and a top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report. Add to that the benefit of being located in Philadelphia, a city brimming with opportunity in the financial industry.

Earn your advanced credentials by building on professional planning, analytical and financial experience, along with the strong ethical foundation that is crucial to today’s financial environment. Our curriculum will help you develop expertise in a variety of topics, including:

  • Portfolio Management
  • Financial Institutions and Capital Markets
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Risk Management
  • Security Analysis
  • International Finance
  • Tax Planning for Management Decision Making
  • Estate Planning
  • Stakeholder Theory and Social Responsibility

CFP® certified 

Saint Joseph's University’s CFP-certified* program teaches aspiring and experienced professionals about more than best practices. Students graduate prepared to create solutions, introduce new capabilities, improve client relationships, and ultimately, contribute to their organization's bottom line. Seven courses in the Master’s in Financial Services Program satisfy the educational requirements of the CFP® examination and have been certified as such by CFP® Board.

*Saint Joseph's University does not certify individuals – CFP® certification is granted solely by Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. to individuals who, in addition to completing an educational requirement such as this CFP Board-Registered Program, have met ethics, experience and examination requirements.

Three Track Options

The Master of Science in Finance at Saint Joseph's University is designed to prepare students for success in the fast-paced, dynamic financial industry. The curriculum offers three career-enriching tracks so students can align their learning with their professional goals. Students can major in:

  • Financial Planning 
  • Financial Analysis
  • Real Estate Finance
Course Catalog Information

At a Glance:

Length

Full-Time: 1- 1.5 years

Part-time: 2 years (on average)

All students have the flexibility of 6 years to complete their degrees.

Format

On Campus or Online

Credits 

30-42 credits total (11 foundational credits, 9 core credits, 21 elective credits)

Weekly Schedule

On campus: most classes are offered in 15-week sessions, with each class meeting one night per week.

Online: classes are normally offered in 8-week accelerated sessions, with most classes meeting “live” online one evening per week.

Profile of a Fellow Student

Full-time students in the MS in Finance Program ​average 1 to 3 years of work experience.

Part-time students average 5 to 12 years of work experience

International applicants average 2 to 4 years of work experience.

All academic and professional backgrounds welcome, no work experience is required to begin the program. 

Tuition 

$1,075 per credit (2019-2020)

Housing

SJU has on and off-campus housing options for adult and graduate students.

Veterans

SJU is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

Career Development

The Career Development Center offers a host of resources including resume review, interview prep, on-campus career fairs and interviews, workshops and networking events.

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships offer tuition remission and stipend. Positions are available, but highly competitive. Once you apply, please note that all offices manage their hiring individually.

Get Involved

All graduate students are invited to participate in the Graduate Business Student Association, that offers networking and social events. Contact the Graduate Business Office for more information.