Master of Science in Finance
Create Innovative Solutions in All Facets of Finance
Master of Science in Finance
The financial performance of any organization relies on skilled professionals who understand financial markets, can build, analyze, and translate data models, communicate bold insights, and lead innovative strategies.
Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance is a technical degree that provides strong foundational knowledge in a variety of finance topics and equips students with the skills to master industry-leading tools across multiple sectors.
Students emerge as strong analysts and financial managers ready to obtain in-demand certifications and credentials sought by employers.
Program Highlights
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Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance
No Previous Experience Required
Built for working professionals or recent college graduates interested in a career in finance, Merrimack’s flexible curriculum ensures that all students receive the education they need to excel as finance professionals upon graduation. If you do not have a background in business, foundational coursework is embedded into the curriculum to provide the framework needed to complete the program without any prerequisites or experience.
Stand Out with In-Demand Certifications
Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance curriculum covers the topics across a range of in-demand certifications.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum and Tracks
The financial sector is changing faster than ever before and you need a degree that is relevant and up-to-date. Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance curriculum was developed in consultation with industry experts ensuring you emerge a strong analyst ready to identify value-creation opportunities, assess risk, navigate global challenges, and effectively communicate insights across a wide range of industries.
With 16 credits of core courses in finance and 8 credits of advanced finance coursework, students are fully immersed in contemporary issues and solutions in the finance sector. The remaining 8 credits can be customized to align with your professional goals or applied toward an optional track in:
Get the Hands-on Learning You Need to Succeed
Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance integrates hands-on financial application with theory. In addition to being certification-ready in Bloomberg and FactSet, you’ll gain working knowledge of Capital IQ and Morningstar. Students utilize industry-standard tools to navigate financial theory and insights, while creating a portfolio of industry-aligned, relevant projects to showcase to employers.
M.S. in Finance students are also welcome on campus to hone their research and analytical skills at The Mucci Capital Markets Lab featuring an array of Bloomberg terminals with real-time market data – open seven days a week.
What can I do with an M.S. in Finance?
The specialty areas available for finance professionals are limitless and Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance readies you for a wide spectrum of financial roles and industries, including:
- Asset Management
- Commercial Banking
- Corporate Treasury
- Derivative Services
- Equities/Investment Research
- Financial & Regulatory Reporting
- Financial Operations
- Asset Management
- Commercial Banking
- Corporate Treasury
- Derivative Services
- Equities/Investment Research
- Financial & Regulatory Reporting
- Financial Operations
Financial Analyst
Private Equity Analyst
Financial Manager
STEM-Designated Degree
STEM-designated degrees provide international students the opportunity for extended Optional Practical Training (OPT).
OPT is temporary employment directly related to an F-1 student’s area of study and allows international students to gain up to three years of work experience at top employers. While sponsorship of international students from U.S. universities has declined in recent years, the demand for STEM OPT remains strong among candidates who graduate with technical and analytical skills from reputable schools like Merrimack College.
100% Online or Hybrid Learning at Merrimack
Merrimack knows all students learn differently. We give students the option to learn 100% online or hybrid – where students can experience both on-campus and online learning. Regardless of the format you choose, all M.S. in Finance students are invited to come to the Merrimack campus and use resources such as The Mucci Capital Markets Lab.
Live, online sessions are integrated into each course and offered in the evening to maximize facetime with faculty and fellow students.
Merrimack offers prospective students the opportunity to “participate” in a live online or in-person class. Contact us to book a slot for an upcoming live class session.
A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL
At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally, and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.
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- U.S. News & World Report 2022 #3 Most Innovative Schools
- The Princeton Review 2022 Best Northeastern Regional College
- Forbes Magazine 2019 Top 10 Most Innovative School – Regional Universities North
- Money Magazine’s Best Colleges Most Transformative College 2019
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Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance