Financial Analysis M.S. (MSFA)
The MSFA is a 52-quarter-credit-hour program aimed at individuals who seek graduate-level specialization in financial analysis, but who do not wish to pursue an MBA. The curriculum is designed to develop forward-thinking professionals with sharp analytic minds, effective communication skills, and the necessary vision to apply financial analysis skills in a wide variety of business situations.
Students may take courses on a full-time or part-time schedule. Most classes are in the evening. MSFA students are admitted fall term only.
Requirements
Successful completion of the MSFA requires 28 credits of core courses, 16 credits in a specialization track, and 8 credits of electives.
Core (28 credits)
| Actg 553 | Financial Statement Analysis | 4 |
| Actg 560 | Professional Ethics and the Public Interest | 2 |
| BA 522 | Communications for Leaders | 1 |
| BA 523 | Executive Perspectives on Leadership | 1 |
| BA 525 | Capstone Consulting Project | 2-6 |
| Fin 545 | Hedging and Risk Management | 4 |
| Fin 551 | Financial Management for Financial Analysts | 4 |
| Fin 553 | Valuation and Analysis | 4 |
| Mgmt 511 | Foundations of Strategy | 2 |
Specialization Tracks (16 credits)
(Choose One)
Corporate
Investments
| Fin 516 | Managerial Macroeconomics | 2 |
| Fin 531 | Financial Institutions | 2 |
| Fin 552 | Investments | 4 |
| Fin 554 | Alternative Investments | 2 |
| Fin 573 | Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management | 4 |
| Fin 574 | Portfolio Management: Issues and Performance Assessment | 2 |
Public Accounting
Electives (8 credits)
See MSFA program website for a list of approved electives. Other courses, including study abroad, can qualify as elective credit if pre-approved by the program director.