Programs

Information about faculty and research can be found on the Full-Time MS in Finance website.

AdmissionsLink to section

Applying to Master's ProgramsLink to section

At Simon we value well-developed communication skills in our applicants. We seek self-motivated individuals who believe that graduate study will significantly enhance both their technical and personal skill sets. Additionally, we seek evidence of team experiences and leadership skills, shown through extracurricular experience and/or on-the-job projects.

When making admission decisions, we consider work experience to include both internships and/or post-baccalaureate experience. The quality and quantity of experience, combined with career goals, are equally evaluated. Your decision to pursue graduate study should be consistent with the career goals typically offered for a business master’s program.

We seek candidates committed to academic excellence. GMAT or GRE exam scores are optional, but if submitted, we will consider the overall results, as well as your quantitative and verbal distribution on the exam. Additionally, we evaluate all undergraduate and graduate coursework that has been completed prior to applying. Specific review of business, accounting, and math grades are considered in addition to your cumulative GPA. Applicant concerns on any dimension of the academic profile should be briefly addressed in the required essay.

Every enrolling MS student must successfully demonstrate excellent English communication skills. We highly recommend a minimum TOEFL score of 100 with sub-scores in the mid-20s, a minimum IELTS score of 7.5 with sub-scores of at least 7, or a minimum Duolingo English Test score of 125 with sub-scores of at least 120.

In addition to required ESL test scores, Simon applicants will complete a required video essay along with their application, which is another opportunity to showcase English language skills.

Required Application Materials

• Resume and work history
• Two required essays (250–500 words)
• College transcripts GMAT or GRE scores (can be waived)
• References $90 application fee (waived for qualifying candidates)
• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores (international applicants)
• Video essay

AcademicsLink to section

Master's Degrees and RequirementsLink to section

The program of study for the Master of Science in Finance is a lockstep program that meets all the requirements for a STEM-designated degree. Students take 11 core courses, one elective, one project course, and the MGC course sequence. A minimum 3.0 grade point average is required for graduation. STEM-designated courses are indicated with a single asterisk (*).

Students will also have the option to complete 1 of 3 concentrations. Concentrations are made up of 2 track core classes and then 2 track electives. Concentrations are offered in the following areas: Investment Management and Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance and Strategy, and Fintech and Innovation and are listed on their diploma. If a student does not choose to fulfill a concentration, they just need to meet the credit hour requirement for the program.

Concentrations

Investment Management and Financial Analysis:

• ACC 411: Applied Financial Statement Analysis with Data Analytics*
• BPP 426: Macroeconomic Policy: Choices and Outcomes*
• FIN 418: Quantitative Investing*
• FIN 421: Asset Management
• FIN 480: Advanced AI in Finance*

Corporate Finance and Strategy:

• ACC 411: Applied Financial Statement Analysis with Data Analytics*
• FIN 430: Advanced Capital Budgeting and Strategic Financial Management*
• FIN 438: Mergers and Acquisitions*
• FIN 439: Corporate Restructuring*
• FIN 443: Private Equity*
• FIN 480: Advanced AI in Finance*

Fin Tech and Innovation:

• CIS 433: AI and Deep Learning*
• FIN 443: Private Equity*
• FIN 446: Financial Technology*
• FIN 478: Introduction to AI and Finance
• FIN 480: Advanced AI in Finance*
  
  

Graduate Course TitlesLink to section

Core Courses

• MGC 461: Professional Communication
• CMC 460: MS Career Strategy and Professional Readiness
• GBA 462: Core Statistics for MS Students Using Python*
• FIN 462: Foundations in Financial Economics*
• ACC 401: Corporate Financial Accounting
• GBA 485A: Foundations of Python
• FIN 411: Financial Markets and Investments*
• FIN 413: Corporate Finance and Capital Budgeting*
• FIN 424: Financial Options and Strategic Flexibility*
• CIS 468: Financial Spreadsheet Modeling*
• FIN 465: Applied Finance Project*

**Students with sufficient prior coursework in accountancy can petition to substitute ACC 401. Corporate Financial Accounting with ACC 423. Financial Reporting I.