MS in Finance

Advance your career in just one year!

The MS in Finance program focuses on both the theory and practice of Finance.  With an MS in Finance from the University of Delaware you will have acquired the knowledge and skills you need to be an innovative and well-informed finance professional.

The curriculum is based on the financial theory and empirical methods employed by professionals practicing corporate finance, financial security valuation, financial modeling, portfolio management, financial services management, financial risk management, and corporate governance.

  • Learn the latest strategies for maximizing shareholder value while managing risk;
  • Develop a keen appreciation for the role of technology in the finance industry
  • Acquire the skills  that will allow you to stay ahead of the curve in the ever changing field of finance.

Analytically inclined individuals who have completed undergraduate degrees are welcome to apply. Candidates for the MS in Finance need not have majored in any specific field, however, depending on your background, you may be required to take some prerequisites in math, accounting or finance.

Candidates for admission are invited to contact the Director of the M.S. Program, ms-financeatudel [dot] edu (Dr. Helen Bowers) , 309 Purnell Hall, (302) 831-4625. Also, you can apply to MS in Finance program online.

 

Profile of the Class of 2012

 

Average

Percentile

GRE*

1307

 

Math:

742

 

Verbal:

564

 

GMAT:

702

89%

Quantitative:

49

90%

Verbal:

36

76%

Avg. Undergraduate GPA:

3.43

 

Women:

17%

 

International Students:

42%

 

 *Both the GMAT and GRE are accepted.

The Lerner College Difference.

Our graduates are exercising their knowledge and experience in some of the largest firms in the world.  The quality of this program as well as the success of previous graduates has resulted in recruiting from auditing firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government.

How do I apply?

Application forms are available from the University's Graduate Admissions Office or the Department of Finance.  On-line applications are encouraged and are available through http://www.udel.edu/gradoffice/applicants

 

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