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Finance MS
A master of science in finance unlocks emerging FinTech fields (algorithmic trading, blockchain and cryptocurrency) as finance industries become more data-driven and analytics-based.
Program skills
The MS degree in finance prepares students for managerial careers in corporate finance, investment analysis and portfolio management, financial consulting, and financial institutions. Courses prepare students to sit for the Certified Financial Analyst exam. To complete the program in one year, full-time students must begin their studies in the fall semester.
Program facilities equipment
The MS degree in finance prepares students for managerial careers in corporate finance, investment analysis and portfolio management, financial consulting, and financial institutions. Courses prepare students to sit for the Certified Financial Analyst exam. To complete the program in one year, full-time students must begin their studies in the fall semester.
Program job titles
Chief Executive officer (CEO); Chief Financial Officer (CFO); Credit Risk Analyst; Controller; Data Analyst; Director, Corporate Strategy; Director, Financial Planning and Analysis; Financial Advisor; Financial Analyst; Finance Director; Financial Engineer; Financial Planner; Investment Banker; Loan Officer; Portfolio Manager; Quantitative Analyst; Quantitative Investment Analyst; Research Associate; Risk Analyst; Trader; Vice President, Finance;
Program significant points
Saunders College of Business moved up 18 spots to #73 in the U.S. News & World Report 2019 edition of Best Graduate School Rankings among graduate business schools in America.
Select program hiring partners
Peppino's Food Inc.; AMG Technology; Invata Intralogistics; T3 Trading Group, LLC; TD Securities; MAI Capital Management
100%
Outcome Rates for Finance MS
Total percentage of graduates who have entered the workforce, enrolled in full-time graduate study, or are pursuing alternative plans (military service, volunteering, etc.).
50%
Knowledge Rate
Total percentage of graduates for whom RIT has verifiable data, compared to national average knowledge rate of 41% per NACE.
| Outcome | % of Students |
|---|---|
| Employed | 100.00% |
| Full-time Graduate Study | 0% |
| Alternative Plans | 0% |
Experiential Learning
Cooperative Education and Internships
What makes an RIT education exceptional? It’s the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart. Learn more about graduate co-op and how it provides you with the career experience employers look for in their next top hires.
Co-ops and internships take your knowledge and turn it into know-how. Business co-ops provide hands-on experience that enables you to apply your knowledge of business, management, finance, accounting, and related fields in professional settings. You'll make valuable connections between course work and real-world applications as you build a network of professional contacts.
Cooperative education is optional but strongly encouraged for graduate students in the finance program.
Finance Careers
Graduates of RIT's master of science in finance are prepared for outstanding career opportunities in a range of finance positions. Our alumni are employed at diverse firms such as AMG Technology, T3 Trading Group, LLC, TD Securities, MAI Capital Management, and more. Our Finance Industry Advisory Board helps students prepare for their careers by ensuring the curriculum is continuously updated to meet employers needs while providing networking and mentorship opportunities.