Master of Science in Finance (part-time)

Advance your finance career with this flexible format specialized master’s program.
Take courses online, in person, or a combination of both with world-class faculty. With a blend of synchronous (real-time) and asynchronous (anytime) learning activities, pursue your next step on your time.
The part-time MS in Finance equips you with the quantitative and leadership skills to analyze data, implement change, and impact the long-term sustainability of businesses around the world. Prepare for the CFA exam and hone your skills to quickly advance in your field.
Program Details
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Program features
Build quantitative skills
Gain the quantitative and leadership skills needed to analyze data, implement change, and advance long-term sustainability for businesses around the globe.
Prepare for CFA exams
A significant portion of the curriculum is devoted to the CFA Institute’s Candidate Body of Knowledge, preparing students to sit for the CFA exams.
Flexible format
Designed for working professionals, the fully online format lets you balance your education with personal and professional commitments. Learn on your terms, without putting your life on hold.
GMAT/GRE not required
The GMAT or GRE is not required. However, if you would like to submit a GMAT or GRE test score to enrich your application, you are welcome to do so within the application. Bachelor’s degree required.
Johnny Medina (Finance ’21) always knew he wanted to start his own company. Hear how the Master of Science in Finance program at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School gave him the confidence to do so.
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- 26% female / 74% male
- 3.22 average undergraduate GPA
- 6.2 average years of full-time work experience
- 5 countries represented
- 31 average age
Curriculum
Master emerging financial technologies and gain the expertise to lead in today's evolving finance landscape. The part-time MS in Finance program combines a cutting-edge curriculum with a flexible format, so you can build your future without pausing your career.

“The program's emphasis on quantitative analysis and financial modeling has enhanced my ability to assess investment opportunities and optimize portfolio performance. The practical coursework, such as case studies and simulations, has been directly applicable to my daily responsibilities of building and managing clients' portfolios. The degree has provided me with a valuable network of alumni and industry professionals, which has been instrumental in staying updated on the latest industry trends, sharing insights, and forging collaborations that benefit both my clients and career growth.”
Alena Baranova, MS Finance '23
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate, UBS Financial
The latest edition of the Carey Business School University Catalog is available.
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Master of Science in Finance students gain the technical skills to create innovative solutions in all aspects of management and finance.
Required courses (18 credits):
Business foundations (3 courses, 6 credits)
- BU.120.601 Business Communication
- BU.131.601 Business Leadership and Human Values
- BU.510.601 Statistical Analysis
Functional fore (6 courses, 12 credits)
- BU.210.620 Accounting and Financial Reporting
- BU.231.620 Corporate Finance
- BU.232.710 Derivatives
- BU.230.620 Financial Modeling and Valuation
- BU.232.720 Fixed Income
- BU.232.701 Investments
Electives (Choose 6 courses, 12 credits):
- BU.520.710 AI Essentials for Business
- BU.231.790 Advanced Corporate Finance
- BU.232.790 Advanced Hedge Fund Strategies
- BU.232.750 Advanced Portfolio Management
- BU.229.620 Business Microeconomics
- BU.232.650 Continuous Time Finance
- BU.231.720 Corporate Governance
- BU.232.770 Cryptos and Blockchain
- BU.232.725 Emerging Markets
- BU.233.730 Entrepreneurial Finance
- BU.230.750 Financial Crises and Contagion
- BU.231.710 Financial Institutions
- BU.232.715 Financial Stability
- BU.210.650 Financial Statement Analysis
- BU.232.775 FinTech & Financial Innovation
- BU.232.745 Introduction to Angel & Venture Investing
- BU.232.775 Machine Learning for Finance
- BU.220.610 The Firm and the Macroeconomy
- BU.230.730 Managing Financial Risk
- BU.231.740 Mergers and Acquisitions
- BU.232.760 Private Equity
- BU.232.780 The Student Managed Investment Fund
- BU.232.730 Wealth Management
- Carey elective of choice
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The Student Managed Investment Fund course, funded through generous donations, offers students the opportunity to learn real-world investment management techniques through hands-on experiences managing real assets. Students work collaboratively in small teams to carry out investment research, make trade recommendations, and execute trades approved by their student-run investment committee.
The course approaches investment management from a practitioner’s perspective, covering both necessary quantitative tools and qualitative decision-making processes. Students will review the theoretical foundation of investments, practical applications in managing investment portfolios, and ethical decision-making practices. This advanced experiential learning program helps students acquire “job-ready” skills for the investment management industry.
Read more about how the Student Managed Investment Fund provides students the opportunity to manage real money in the real world.
Contact CareyMSFinance@jhu.edu with questions.
Program Comparison
- Online, 2-3 years
- Working professionals, career switchers, leadership development
- Quantitative and leadership skills, latest technological innovations
- Preparation for the CFA exams
- Online, 2-6 years with optional in-person experiences
- Working professionals, career switchers, leadership development
- Broader business foundations in leadership, marketing, AI, finance, operations
- Customizable with choice of eight specializations
Signature experiences
Your business education doesn’t end in the classroom. Step out of your comfort zone as you partner with students across Johns Hopkins and businesses to take your learning to the next level.
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Throughout your program and beyond, Carey career and leadership coaches and employer relations industry specialists provide you with the support, resources, and opportunities you need to achieve your unique career goals.
Graduates of this program work in a variety of industries including investment banking, financial analysis and advising, quantitative analysis, investment management firms, hedge funds, and more. Here are just a few organizations where program alumni are making an impact.
Companies
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Shah Management
- Thompson Gray, Inc.
- U.S. Department of the Navy
Titles:
- Budget Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Transaction Manager
- Investment Manager
Attend an event
Carey Business School offers admissions events for prospective students to connect with our admissions team. Through online sessions and in-person regional events, the Carey team is here to answer your questions and support your business school journey.
Connect with a Carey student or alum
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