MS in Finance
MS in Finance
MS in Finance
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program at Rowan University’s Rohrer College of Business is a rigorous academic experience that combines quantitative techniques with practical and professional application. The Rohrer MS Finance program consists of ten graduate courses (30 s.h.) designed to prepare students for financial analyst and financial planner positions in corporations and financial institutions. Coursework also helps students prepare for the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) and CFP (Certified Financial Planner) exams, the premier certifications in the finance field.
The program's combination of quantitative techniques and practical experience provides in-depth exposure to finance related issues and research. Each course is taught by our highly qualified faculty, who have earned Ph.D. degrees and hold respected national and international reputations. The MS in Finance program is AACSB accredited.
Designed with part-time students in mind, this program is available 100% online with accelerated 8-week courses. When graduate-level Finance courses are offered on campus for MBA students, MS Finance students are welcomed to join those sections.
MSF Curriculum
Foundation Courses
Undergraduate Foundation Courses:
In order to ensure all students are equipped with key baseline and foundational business knowledge for graduate-level coursework in business, Rowan requires all students to satisfy a set of Foundation requirements in the following content areas:
- Calculus
- Statistics
- Accounting (Financial and Cost)
- Economics (Micro & Macro)
- Marketing
- Finance
- Operations Management
Typically, students with an undergraduate degree in business will have satisfied many of these course requirements. Students can begin in the MBA program prior to satisfying all Foundation requirements. However, these requirements must be satisfied early in the program to maintain forward momentum towards degree completion.
There are many ways that students can satisfy Foundation requirements: equivalent courses from their undergraduate studies, affordable online modules, non-credit tests, online or face-to-face courses at your local community college or 4-year institution, and of course, online or face-to-face at Rowan University. See the Foundation Fact Sheet for details on requirements plus options to consider so that your pursuit matches your learning style, timeline, and budget.
Graduate-Level Courses
Graduate-Level Core Courses:
The MS in Finance program consists of 10 graduate-level courses (30 s.h.).
- FIN 04511 Quantitative Methods in Finance
- ACC 03510 Financial Statement Analysis
- FIN 04500 Financial Decision Making
- FIN 04600 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
- FIN 04530 Multinational Financial Management
- FIN 04518 Derivative Securities and Financial Risk Management
- FIN04560 Fixed Income Securities
- FIN 04520 Financial Modeling
- FIN 04505 Advanced Financial Planning
- FIN 04540 Financial Institutions Management
MBA/MSF Accelerated Pathway
The MBA/MS in Finance Accelerated Pathway is intended for students who want to pursue both the Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Finance concurrently. This accelerated pathway allows students to share up to 5 specific courses between both the MBA and MSF degrees.
The MSF Program consists of 10 courses (30 credits) and the MBA program consists of 14 courses (36 credits). Sharing 5 courses (15 credits) between the programs allows students to complete both degrees in 19 courses (51 credits).
More details about this Accelerated Pathway + details for joining this pathway below!
BS/MS Finance Accelerated Dual Degree (ADD) Program
The BS Finance/MS Finance Accelerated Dual Degree (ADD) program is intended for students who want to complete both their Bachelor's of Science in Finance and Master of Science in Finance in a 5-year period. This dual degree program allows students to take 12 credits of the 30-credit MS Finance program as a senior, saving time and expenses—a full semester and over $5,000—on their MS Finance pursuit.
More details about this program + details for joining this pathway below!
Contact
For more program information, contact GraduateBusinessStudies@rowan.edu or 856-256-4024 to connect with the Office of Graduate Business Programs.
Apply Now!
Visit our Admissions page to review requirements, dates, and GMAT waiver options. If you have questions or would like support regarding the MS Finance application system and process, please contact Tendai Vengesa at vengesa@rowan.edu for assistance.
Meet Colin Cox, MSF Alum
Colin is a Corporal in the Army National Guard. When not on duty, he works as a proposal analyst for Lockheed Martin. Learn more about how Colin navigates his military and civilian positions — and how he says Rowan brought out his true passion for finance.
