Graduate Degrees in Finance

Finance

Gain foundational knowledge of general business finance while specializing in either corporate consulting or investment management. This nine-month intensive program equips you with the practical quantitative skills and knowledge necessary to excel in your career.

Benefit from the Leeds School of Business network by gaining access to hundreds of jobs and internships in the financial industry. Leverage the Burridge Center for Finance to find opportunities to network with industry leaders and participate in practical, hands-on experiences to complement your coursework.

Degree Types

MS

Connect with leaders in finance. Graduate students have opportunities to travel on career treks to Wall Street, Chicago, San Francisco and other major financial hubs.

Pass the CFA exam. CU Boulder is part of the CFA’s University Affiliation Program, positioning you for success on the exam.

Build a meaningful career. The master’s in finance program has a 90% career placement rate within three months of graduation.

Degree Options & Application Requirements

Finance
Finance

Finance

Master of Science in Finance

  • Can be completed in 9 months
  • On-campus program
  • Tracks in investment management and corporate finance
Application Deadlines & Requirements

To learn about the upcoming term application deadlines, please visit the Graduate School website.

   For program details, review the course catalog for the MS in finance.

Research Areas

  • Finance
  • Financial Management
  • Risk Management
  • Investments
  • Investments and Securities

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Funding Opportunities

We understand funding opportunities play a major role in helping you to decide whether a program is right for you. At CU Boulder, PhD students are supported through research and teaching assistantships. Students are also encouraged to apply for their own sources of funding.

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Graduate Student Resources

Student success is best met with holistic support and resources. CU Boulder offers robust resources, programming and opportunities to help students establish meaningful connections, adjust to graduate student life and find assistance when they need it. Whether it’s academic, social, or health and wellness support, the university provides an array of resources to meet the diverse needs of our students.  

Graduate Student Organizations

Explore ways to connect with other graduate students on campus, online and off campus, locally and internationally.

Diversity, Equity, Access & Inclusion

Learn about our commitment to ensuring our graduate education is accessible and welcoming for all students.

Health & Wellness

Find resources with contact and location information for a broad range of services.

Leadership Development

Attend regular, graduate-specific workshops and seminars to hone practical and professional skills before entering the job market.

Peer Mentoring Program

Connect with an established graduate peer mentor who serves as your guide through the graduate student experience.

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