Master of Science in Business - Finance

Master of Science in Business - Finance

University of Baltimore Graduate Programs

Today’s business climate demands individuals who are equipped to manage the intense world of finance. Meeting those demands requires a specialized graduate degree.


The Master of Science Business-Finance program provides motivated and talented students with a leading-edge program that includes advanced financial theory, practical business applications and an understanding of current research issues. Students will learn how to apply the latest tools and technologies of financial analysis and engineering to solve the challenging problems that they will confront in a global business environment. The program differs from the M.B.A. in that both the required and elective courses are concentrated in finance, allowing students more rigorous, specialized training in this functional discipline.

This program in a natural complement to an undergraduate degree in accounting. Students who complete this degree will have the necessary coursework and additional credits necessary to meet the 150-hour requirement to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination in Maryland and in many other states. Students who pursue the M.S. in Business-Finance are often preparing for professional certifications such as the Chartered Financial Analyst or Certified Financial Planner.

ENHANCE YOUR CAREER.

The program is structured to provide financial management professionals with the knowledge and proficiency to:

  • create sophisticated solutions to financial problems
  • design and evaluate new financial instruments
  • leverage resources for optimal profitability and productivity
  • develop strategic financial objectives
  • seize new business opportunities
  • mitigate corporate risk
  • improve investment decision-making
  • analyze technical financial materials.

 
DEVELOP ESSENTIAL SKILLS.

Through this program, you’ll become knowledgeable in:
• investment banking • investment management • security analysis • capital markets • derivatives • risk management • financial consulting • mergers and acquisitions •private equity • venture capital • corporate restructuring • corporate planning • budgeting • corporate treasury • real property.

 OUR FACULTY:

  • combine academic scholarship with practical experience
  • have a full range of knowledge in finance, banking, investing, economics and real estate
  • are active consultants in their fields of expertise
  • regularly publish articles in major journals
  • create relationships with industry professionals from which you can benefit.

 KNOW THE PROGRAM.

We are accredited by AACSB International—the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, which is the premier accrediting agency for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in business administration and the highest distinction that business schools can receive worldwide. The program was designed with working professionals in mind; our classes are offered evenings, and many are also offered online.

OTHER THINGS YOU MIGHT WANT TO KNOW.

ADDITIONAL GRADUATE BUSINESS PROGRAMS

  • M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services
  • M.S. in Taxation
  • M.B.A. (UB/Towson MBA)

    PROGRAM COURSES

    Fundamental Courses [12 credits]

    ACCT
    504
    Introduction to Accounting (3)
    ECON
    504
    Economics (3)
    FIN
    504
    Financial Management (3)
    OPRE
    504
    Data Analysis and Decisions (3)

    Fundamental Course "Waivers": Information pertaining to course waivers can be viewed on the UB/Towson MBA Web site.

    Degree Requirements [30 credits]

    Required Courses [18 credits]

    FIN
    640
    Financial Analysis and Strategy (3)
    ECON
    650
    Business Economics (3)
    FIN
    704
    Financial Markets and Institutions (3)
    FIN
    705
    Financial Analysis and Forecasting (3)
    FIN
    715
    Security Analysis (3)
    FIN
    720
    International Finance (3)

    Electives [12 credits]

    Select four courses from the following:

    FIN
    725
    Derivatives and Risk Management (3)
    FIN
    735
    Portfolio Management (3)
    FIN
    750
    Real Estate Investment (3)
    FIN
    760
    Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (3)
    FIN
    770
    New Venture Financing (3)
    FIN
    780
    Corporate Valuation and Restructuring (3)
    FIN
    797
    Special Topics in Finance(3)
    FIN
    799
    Individual Research (3)

     

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants to the graduate business programs are responsible for presenting the following information for consideration for admission:

    1. Application: Submit your application to the Office of Admissions with the appropriate application fee. Online applications are available at www.ubalt.edu/admissions.
    2. Transcripts: Submit two official copies of transcripts from all institutions attended
    3. Graduate Management Admissions Test score: Send official copies of your GMAT score.  When requesting GMAT scores, please use UB's code:  DDP-XC-03.  Information about the GMAT is available at http://www.mba.com/mba
    4. Letters of Recommendation: Provide two letters addressing your abilities to successfully complete a graduate business program.
    5. Personal Statement/Essay: Briefly detail your reasons for seeking a graduate business degree, your short and long term professional and personal goals and how you think this graduate program will help you achieve them. Provide any additional information that will highlight unique aspects of your candidacy to the Admissions Committee.  Please limit statement to 1,000 words.
    6. Resume:  Provide a current resume detailing employment history (including dates, titles, responsibilities), professional responsibilities, and community activities.

    Note: Applicants for nondegree and certificate status need not submit a GMAT test score

    Graduate Management Admissions Test -- Waiver Policy

    Generally, applicants are required to take the GMAT, except those who apply as nondegree, certificate or visiting students or those who are eligible for a GMAT waiver. The following provisions qualify for an applicant for GMAT waiver consideration: (1) Possession of an advanced degree, or (2) the combination of an undergraduate grade point average of 3.25 or higher and at least five years of significant professional work experience.  A personal interview with a program advisor may be required.  A GMAT waiver is available to students who meet specific criteria. The GMAT Waiver form is required and can be downloaded from the UB/Towson M.B.A. Web site.

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