MS in Finance

Advance your career with the part-time MS in Finance program

The part-time finance program lets you balance work and life, while building strong quantitative and leadership skills to analyze data, drive change, and support global business sustainability. A portion of the curriculum is dedicated to helping you prepare to take the CFA exams.

Details

Fall, Summer, Spring Terms
Part-time
Online
2-3 years
30 Credits
$2,060/credit^*

*See full costs details. All students are considered for scholarships.

Benefits & Highlights

Keep working while you grow: Earn your degree in a flexible format that fits your career and helps move you forward
Make a business impact: Prepare to take the next step in your career with coursework aligned with the CFA exams
Invest in what’s next: Take the next step in your career with access to scholarships of up to $25,000

Who Should Apply

The part-time MS in Finance program is designed for working professionals seeking to deepen their financial expertise without pausing their careers who want to prepare for the CFA exam and enhance their financial acumen, analytical, and leadership skills.

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Our recruiters are here to help you every step of the way with questions about the application process, curriculum, or how the part-time MS in Finance program fits your career goals.

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Jackie Reid

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Curriculum

The part-time Master of Science in Finance curriculum is 30 credits. Students complete 18-credits of core courses, building a strong foundation in finance, analytics, AI, and data visualization.

Core curriculum

REQUIRED COURSES

Lead the future of finance with cutting-edge technology and data skills. From modeling and derivatives to communication and leadership, you’ll gain the tools to excel in any financial role.

Accounting and Financial Reporting
Business Communication
Business Leadership and Human Values
Corporate Finance
Derivatives
Financial Data Analysis
Financial Modeling and Valuation
Fixed Income
Investments
Machine Learning for Finance
Statistical Analysis

Customize your experience

ELECTIVES

Customize your degree with electives that fit your goals. You can choose courses in AI, fintech, private equity, blockchain, M&A, hedge funds, and more, to build expertise across today’s in-demand financial topics.

Advanced Corporate Finance
Advanced Hedge Fund Strategies
Advanced Portfolio Management
AI Essentials for Business
Business Microeconomics
Continuous Time Finance
Corporate Governance
Cost Measurement and Control
Cryptos and Blockchain
Emerging Markets
Entrepreneurial Finance
Financial Crises and Contagion
Financial Institutions
Financial Stability
Financial Statement Analysis
Fintech and Financial Innovations
Introduction to Angel and Venture Investing
Managing Financial Risk
Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity
The Firm and the Macroeconomy
The Student Managed Investment Fund
Wealth Management
One Carey elective of your choice

Advantages of a Finance degree

From analyzing investments to making smart financial decisions that drive growth, you’ll master the skills in corporate finance, investment banking, and AI to position yourself at the center of financial business.

Beyond the classroom

Frank Talk

Insights from finance experts

Hear from top thought leaders in a series of conversations hosted by Professors Frank Fabozzi and Jim Liew as they discuss the role of AI in finance, highlighting its applications, challenges, and how it’s shaping the future of the finance industry.

Student Managed Investment Fund

Real-world investing experience

Learn real-world investment management techniques through hands-on experiences managing a $500k+ portfolio. Work collaboratively in small teams to carry out investment research, debate merits, make investment recommendations, and execute trades. Read more

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

”The emphasis on quantitative analysis and financial modeling enhanced my ability to assess investment opportunities and optimize portfolio performance."

Alena Baranova

Finance ’23

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

UBS Financial

Admissions

Applicants are evaluated based on career goals, academic and/or professional background, and their ability to contribute to the cohort.

Students have access to various financial aid and scholarships options, making your academic and career goals more attainable.

Financial aid opportunities:

Merit-based scholarships
Private scholarships
Employer tuition assistance
Private loans
State or federal aid

Completed online application
Résumé (one page)
Two essays
One professional recommendation
Official transcript(s)
TOEFL IBT/IELTS/PTE/DET score (required for non-U.S. citizens whose undergraduate degree was not taught in English)
GMAT or GRE score (optional)
$100 nonrefundable application fee

Submit your application through the BusinessCAS or Johns Hopkins University-wide platforms. Select Carey Business School as your preferred school and choose the upcoming term, then upload all required materials. Once we receive your completed application, our team will review your file and follow up with you on next steps. Click here for more details about the fully online, part-time MS in Finance application process.