Master of Finance
University of California Riverside
Key Information
Campus location
Riverside, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
9 - 15 months
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 62,976
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Introduction
Build a career in the world of finance as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), or as a member of the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). This program is carefully designed to educate client-facing professionals in understanding, translating, and presenting complex financial instruments to their clients.
The UCR Master of Finance curriculum provides the essential financial acumen you need to impact and lead the financial management industry. It builds financial analysis skills that can be applied to national and international careers in corporate finance, investment banking, and risk management. Gain your degree in nine months of intensive study, extend it to 15 months, or follow a flexible schedule that combines your studies with industry work experience. The Master of Finance program is a STEM-designated degree program.
Ideal Students
Class Profile
The Master of Finance cohort at UCR is comprised of academically competitive candidates with a quantitative academic background. Given the diversity of our students, your acquisition of technical skills in the finance industry will be complemented by cultural sensitivity, collaborative teamwork, and leadership promise, positioning you for top positions in the world of finance.
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Curriculum
The Master of Finance program requires the completion of 48 units for graduation. On average, students complete the program coursework in one academic year. The TFE Times, a reputable source and ranking system, has UCR's Master of Finance Program ranked in its 2022 Best Master of Finance Programs.
Full-time and part-time program
The Master of Finance program can be completed in as little as three-quarters of full-time study, and it's also appropriate for part-time students who wish to spread out the coursework over a longer period of time. While most students start the program in the fall term, applicants with appropriate undergraduate study or professional experience can be considered for admission in the winter or spring term.
Required Courses (24 units)
NOTE: Required courses may be waived for students with substantial previous training or experience in finance.
- MGT 201: Quantitative Analysis
- MGT 202: Financial Management
- MGT 211: Financial Accounting
- MGT 227: Fixed Income Securities and Markets
- MGT 231: Corporate Finance
- MGT 252: Investments & Portfolio Management
Restricted Electives
Two of the following seven courses can be chosen for a total of 8 units.
- MGT 213: Trading Strategies and Financial Models
- MGT 232: Derivatives and Asset Pricing
- MGT 237: International Finance Management
- MGT 244: Corporate Risk Management
- MGT 268: Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital
- MGT 274: Special Topics in Finance
- MGT 276: Financial Strategy and Corporate Control
Finance Capstone Seminar Courses
The Finance Capstone Seminar Courses comprise 8 total units.
- MGT 295F: Seminar in Empirical Methods in Finance
- MGT 295G: Seminar in Corporate Finance
Electives
Students choose two courses from among UC Riverside graduate courses for a total of 8 units.
Recommended Electives
- MGT 213: Trading Strategies and Financial Models
- MGT 232: Derivatives and Asset Pricing
- MGT 237: International Finance Management
- MGT 274: Special Topics in Finance
- MGT 276: Financial Strategy and Corporate Control
Other electives such as MGT 207, MGT 239, MGT 256, and STAT 206 may be taken with advisor approval.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Potential career paths for Master of Finance graduates:
- Investment Management
- Investment Banking
- Corporate Finance
- Private Wealth Management
- Risk Management
- Asset Management
- Quantitative Research
- Equities Trading
English Language Requirements
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