Take your career to the next level with a Master of Science in Finance from A&M-Commerce
The Master of Science in Finance program provides a platform for you to develop as a financial-economic expert who can spot opportunities, assess risks and ask critical financial questions. We place an emphasis on a solid understanding of finance theory as well as the practical applications of theory to real-world problems in order to prepare our graduates for the financial, managerial and global economic challenges of the 21st century — and beyond.
2 years
No foreign language credits required
30 hours
No thesis required
MS Finance Curriculum
Curriculum
Prerequisites for Non-Business Undergrad Majors
Prerequisites for Non-Business Undergrad Majors:
Get your basics. Don’t have an undergraduate degree in business? No problem, we’ve got you covered.
- Business Finance (FIN 501)
- Micro and Macro Economics (ECO 501)
Core Finance Courses
Core Finance Courses
Develop Professional Skills. Dive into topics like investment, corporate finance, monetary management, and financial reporting covered in the core finance courses.
- Applied Business Research (ECO 595)
- Financial Management (FIN 504)
- Investment Seminar (FIN 510)
- Derivatives & Risk Management (FIN 512)
- Advanced Financial Modeling with Excel (FIN 550)
- International Business Finance (FIN 571)
Electives
Electives:
Make it your own. Customize your degree with electives covering a wide range of financial subjects.
- Choose 3 Finance Courses from COB catalog
Available Minors
Available Minors (4 Courses):
Invest in your future. Stand out from the crowd by adding a minor to your degree.
- Business Analytics
- Cyber Security
- Digital Marketing
- Economics
- Finance
- Financial Planning
- Economics of U.S. Healthcare
- Marketing Analytics
- Corporate Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Real Estate
Available Certificates
Available Certificates (no prerequisite courses required):
Get noticed. Add a certificate to boost your job skills, and get hired!
- Auditing and Forensic Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Economics of U.S. Healthcare
- Operational Excellence
- Tax Accounting
Finance (MSF) :: 1.03 SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN FINANCE
The College of Business offers an in-house Career Services Center focused on guiding business students seeking internships or employment.
The College of Business is one of only 800 schools worldwide to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Through guest speakers, company tours and internships, professional networking, and other opportunities, students, faculty and alumni are connected with the business community.
Engage with exceptional faculty who are industry leaders and significant scholars, producing cutting-edge research in their field.
Finance (MSF) :: 1.06 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
A degree in finance will offer you the opportunity to:
- Develop skills that prepare you for the demands of the global business environment.
- Prepare you for a number of certification exams.
- Learn from a combination of educational and real-world applications.
- Gain the necessary insight to spot opportunities, assess risks and ask critical financial questions.
- Develop the managerial tools needed to become a professional ready for any challenge.
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Careers
Finance requires the development of a wide range of skills in order to meet the demands of the global business environment. Our combination of educational and real-world application creates an active and engaging learning experience, offering access to faculty whose collective expertise spans all major areas of economics and finance. As a result, graduates are well-positioned to transition quickly when internship and job opportunities present themselves.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
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What You Will Learn
In our graduate-level finance program, you will experience challenging, fast-paced coursework and collaboration with accomplished peers. You will advance your competencies in financial management, investment, business research and more. As a result, the courses in our MS in Finance degree program positions graduates to meet the trends in the business environment.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Foundation courses including Finance for Decision Makers, Economics for Decision Makers and Quantitative Analysis for Managers.
- Core finance courses including Financial Management, Derivatives and Risk Management, International Business, Financial Modeling, and Applied Business Research
Finance (MSF) :: 1.10 MAJORS/EMPHASIS
Minors
We offer various minors that can be combined with your finance (MSF) degree. Learn more about the available minors and their course requirements.
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Featured Courses
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Student Organizations
The aim of the Finance Society is to help in the development of the next generation of finance professionals from A&M-Commerce, from degree plan through career. The society is an active student organization in the College of Business that is focused on advising and guiding in the professional, educational and social development of students interested in finance.
Graduate Business Program Costs
Program Costs
The tuition and fees for a graduate student in the College of Business taking 9 credit hours is $3,820 for a Texas resident and $7,500 for a non-resident.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS International/Domestic Tabs
Admission
Finance MSF Admissions Requirements
Deadlines
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Your Path to Becoming a Lion
Step 1. Submit Application
Submit your application through ApplyTexas.
- Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
- Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
- Select “Finance, MSF” as your “Major.”
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Provisional Status
After you submit your application, you may be granted provisional status, which means you can enroll in one semester of courses. You will not be eligible for financial aid until you submit all of your documents and are accepted into the program.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator, [email protected], unless otherwise specified below.
Official Transcripts
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
One Letter of Recommendation
Request one signed letter of recommendation on letterhead or our recommendation form from a professional who can attest to your goals and ability to succeed in the program. That individual should
- email the letter to your graduate coordinator, [email protected].
- send the letter to you. Then, utilize the upload system: myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores
Postal Alternative
If you are unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
Personal Statement
Describe your preparation for graduate work, your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.
Resume or CV
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
Step 3. Apply for Financial Assistance
- Apply for FAFSA and TAFSA financial aid through the state and federal governments during the admission application process. Use code 003565.
- Apply for outside scholarships once you are admitted to A&M-Commerce.
- Check your financial aid and scholarship info through myLeo > Student Resources > Financial Aid Information.
Step 4. Register for Classes
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
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DEPARTMENT CONTACT
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the MS finance comprehensive exam procedures?
You can find the procedures here.
Additionally, the ethics component of the comprehensive exam is related to a Standard of Practice Handbook which is provided to you in the Investments (FIN 510) class. If you did not receive this document, please contact Dr. Alper Gormus ([email protected]) or the professor of the class and a copy will be provided to you.
The exam will be proctored by Proctor U.
Dean’s Office Contact Information COB
Contact Us
- College of Business
- 903.886.5191
- 903.886.5650
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
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