Master of Science in Finance

Degree Requirements:

I. Preparatory Work

Computer Proficiency
Business Calculus
Business Communications

The calculus requirement must be completed by the end of the first year in the program. The communications requirement must be completed within the first quarter.

II. Fundamental Business Courses*

18 credits, including:

NOTE:

*Students with previous comparable course work with a B (3.00) or better have the option of waiving these classes based on self-assessment materials regarding their proficiency. Students without previous course work are required to take these classes.

III. Required Core Courses

27 credits, including:

IV. Specified Electives

Choose four of the following courses: (12)
(two courses must be in finance)

V. General Electives

Electives (6)

NOTE:

Students with an MBA degree from an AACSB accredited program may waive 2 electives, (6 credits), and thus may have 39-63 credits.

Minimum credits required for degree: (45 to 63)

Graduate students must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in order to earn a master’s degree.

Business Valuation Specialization

A formal specialization is available in business valuation and is noted on official transcripts. To receive the specialization a student must complete the 10 courses listed below. With department approval, students with previous comparable course work may be able to waive courses, in which case the specialization will be completed with fewer required courses.

Master of Science in Finance

Degree Requirements:

I. Preparatory Work

II. Fundamental Business Courses*

NOTE:

III. Required Core Courses

IV. Specified Electives

V. General Electives

NOTE:

Minimum credits required for degree: (45 to 63)

Business Valuation Specialization

Specialization Courses: