Master of Science in Finance

Learn the intricacies of today’s market to predict tomorrow’s financial landscape through Suffolk’s Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program.
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Full-Time
in as few as 9 months
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Part-Time
in as few as 21 months
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31* Credits
On-Campus | Hybrid | Online†

*Non-business majors, or business majors who did not earn a B or better in certain courses in the last 7 years, may need to complete up to another 4.5 credits.
†Fully online option is only available for the fall semester, in a part-time format. In order to be eligible to enroll in the online program, a student must be able to waive out of prerequisite courses. Otherwise, prerequisite courses must be taken on campus and the program will be taken in a hybrid format.

Earn your MSF just steps away from the heart of Boston’s Financial District. Our STEM-designated program helps you build your finance knowledge and broaden your internship and career opportunities. Our program is also affiliated with the CFA Institute and the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), providing the highest level of practice-driven insight to ensure you’re prepared for the demands of the global financial industry.

While earning your MSF at Suffolk, you'll:

  • Learn from industry experts who are a mix of practitioners and accomplished scholars
  • Get excellent preparation for both the CFA Exam and FRM Exam
  • Study from a curriculum shaped by our Young Alumni Advisory Board’s cutting-edge industry insights
  • Maximize academic partnerships with the CFA Institute and the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)
  • Tailor your degree with one of our five concentrations in high-demand specialties

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Success after Suffolk

Here’s a sampling of our recent graduates’ current job titles and employers.

Investment Operations Representative
Bank of New York Mellon
Analyst
BlackRock
Implementation Analyst
Clearwater Analytics
Audit & Assurance Assistant
Deloitte
Research Associate
Fidelity Investments
Fund Management Analyst
Goldman Sachs
Wealth Management Associate
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Consultant
State Street
Private Client Specialist
TD Bank Group
Assistant Vice President
U.S. Bank
Senior Financial Analyst
Dimock Center
Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis
Santander Bank
Research Services Analyst
Wellington Management
Learn more about our Career Community

MSF Program Overview

The Curriculum

Suffolk’s MSF is built on practical coursework that simulates the financial conditions of today—and tomorrow. Our curriculum gives you a high-level understanding of corporate finance, portfolio management, investment banking, and international finance, among other topics. You can earn your MSF degree in as few as nine months through a customized track that lets you focus on career-relevant curriculum.
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MSF Concentrations

Gain high-level skills in bank management and financial services management to prepare for roles in commercial banking, investment banking, international banking, and asset securitization.

Learn to analyze and understand how corporate decision making drives a firm's performance and evaluation in relation to accounting, financial analysis, capital budgeting, credit risk analysis and corporate governance.

Gain high-level skills in bank management and financial services management to prepare for roles in commercial banking, investment banking, international banking, and asset securitization.

Examine how machine learning applies to the financial industry and how emerging technology is disrupting the financial landscape.

Provides excellent preparation to analyze investments, construct investment portfolios, and advise clients on investment selection and portfolio strategy.

Master quantitative and strategic risk management skills to manage exposure to credit, market, liquidity, foreign exchange, interest rate, operational, country, and business risk.

4+1 Program

Are you a senior working towards an undergraduate business degree? Or a recent graduate? If so you may qualify to earn your Master of Science in Finance (MSF), or your MSF/MSA, MSF/MSBA, or MSF/MBA in as few as 16 months. Learn more about our 4+1 programs. 

Advising & Other Resources

Our Graduate Student Services team is here to support you every step of the way. From application advising to financial aid counseling and international student resources, we provide a wide range of services to help you get the most out of your business education. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in professional development workshops throughout the year, as well as lifelong access to all of the tools and resources offered by our Center for Career Equity, Development & Success.


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Applying to Suffolk's MSF Program

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester: June 15 (International Applicants), August 15 (Domestic Applicants), then rolling; Submit your completed application by July 1 for Sawyer Business School Fellowship Employment consideration
  • Spring Semester: December 1 (International Applicants), January 4 (Domestic Applicants), then rolling; Submit your completed application by November 1 for Sawyer Business School Fellowship Employment consideration

Learn about the advantages of priority applications.

Application Materials

  • Completed application
  • $50 Application Fee (waived for students who visit campus or attend an event)
  • Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary work. Admitted students enrolling in the program will need to have official transcripts, including proof of degree conferral, on file prior to their first class
  • Goal Statement (essay)
  • Reference/Recommendation (learn more)
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or PTE-Academic Scores (international students only)

Note: Students must have passed a university-level statistics course in the past five years or have equivalent industry experience.

MSF

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Financial Aid for Graduate Study

Suffolk University is pleased to offer both merit- and need-based financial aid to graduate students—these awards can be up to $20,000 per academic year. Merit-based aid is awarded based on the applicant's academic credentials presented on the admission application. No separate application is required for merit consideration.

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