APPLY BIG PICTURE FINANCIAL STRATEGIES TO REAL-WORLD BUSINESS DECISIONS WITH A LEWIS MSF.
Prepare for positions in portfolio management and investment analysis with the advanced education necessary to apply financial strategy to a variety of investment scenarios.
- Time to completion and cost: The MSF program at ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ can be completed in as little as 12 months at a competitive cost, providing a strong return on investment. Flexible scheduling options allow you to balance your studies with professional and personal commitments.
- Focus on both financial and data analytics expertise: The ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ MSF program is designed to provide students with in-depth financial economics knowledge in key areas such as financial analysis, corporate finance, risk management, international finance and investment strategies, equipping you with high-level positions in finance. The curriculum mirrors the requirements to successfully complete the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) level 1 exam. The MSF program also includes a 3 course Data Analytics sequence to provide students the groundwork for interpreting and presenting data intensive information.
- STEM Designation: The MSF program’s STEM designation allows international students to apply for a 3-year OPT extension, enhancing job prospects in the United States and providing additional career growth opportunities.
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PROGRAM DETAILS: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE (MSF)
ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ' Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program prepares students with specialized technical knowledge in financial instruments and investment analysis - separating you from the pack.
Upon graduation, you will hold mastery knowledge of investment and asset valuation, and portfolio management, and be prepared for the CFA® Level I Exam, one of the most rigorous in the industry. The CFA® gold standard designation is granted to those who pass a series of three tests over a minimum two-year period, have earned a bachelor's degree and have four years experience as an investment professional.
Skills Acquired as an MSF student at ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ
Preparing business students for a potential career in financial institutions, the skills you may learn in the master’s in finance can help open up entry level opportunities in the financial field. This degree is perfect for those who are recent college graduates in and out of the Chicago area with little to no work experience, but the desire to have a full career in the world of finance.
- Learn to leverage data and information to make strategic financial decisions
- Explore interdisciplinary topics in economics and accounting
- Develop a broad macroeconomic understanding of the global forces impacting finance
- Gain expertise in advanced theory with project-based coursework
- Utilize computer modeling to analyze real-world financial situations
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WHY CHOOSE AN MSF FROM LEWIS?
Career Opportunities for those with a Master’s in Finance in Chicago
Working in the financial industry does not simply relegate recent graduates to financial institutions. The skills acquired through the MSF Chicago program can be transferable to a variety of industries.
Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Working with banks, insurance institutions, and other large organizations, a FRM assesses risk, analyzing the market, institutional strategies, investments, and more to determine the safest course of action.
Financial Advisor
Working on behalf of both individuals and organizations, a financial advisor performs a myriad of jobs depending on their clients’ goals, from setting up savings for retirement, to creating an investment portfolio.
Accountant and Auditor
Keeping and breaking down financial records, an accountant is a valuable and looked after position inside of an organization. From interpreting financial statements to budgeting, an accountant helps keep an organization afloat.
Financial Analyst
Conducting research, an analyst helps discover data driven insights and provides professional recommendations for investment decisions to either their company or private clients.
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The MSF program consists of three (3) foundation courses that provide preparation for the managerial-level core courses. Students may be waived from the foundation courses based on previous undergraduate business coursework.
To determine which foundation courses you may be waived from, please select the classes you completed during your undergraduate program with a grade of B- or better.
Note: GMAT and GRE test scores are not required for admission into our MSF program.
Convenient Learning Options
Our MSF program offers five 8-week sessions per year (2 sessions in the fall semester, 2 sessions in the spring semester and 1 session in the summer). Classes meet once a week from 6-10 PM, convenient for the working adult. We offer rolling admission, so you can start at any time.
A PREFERRED DESTINATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Our MS Finance program is a STEM designated academic degree, making it a popular choice among international students. International students using the F-1 Visa will have access to “Day-1 CPT” as well as numerous opportunities in the Chicago area for OPT. Upon graduation, students will be eligible for the OPT STEM Extension, enhancing their education with practical field experience for up to three years. For more information about , please visit our International Student Services page.
Or for those students who do not yet have an undergraduate degree, learn more about our Bachelor's to MSF Option.
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As a nationally-recognized Midwestern Regional University, ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ was founded on a spirit of innovation that carries over to the student-faculty interaction in the classroom. You will graduate well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to  build a better world.
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- Taught by a passionate community of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, ÃÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ’s faculty is committed to providing you with the skills needed to succeed in your professional career.
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