Applicants to The Tobin College of Business Graduate programs will automatically be considered for GMAT/GRE waivers. Applications with a GPA below 3.25 may be strengthened by submitting a GMAT/GRE score.
STEM Visa Extension for International Students
The Master of Science in Finance is a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field of study. Students with an F-1 visa who complete this field of study may be eligible to receive a STEM-based optional practical training (OPT) extension. Contact the International Student and Scholar Services Offices at 718-990-6083 or [email protected] for additional information.
Tracks
Two tracks are available in the program, depending on your interests:
The Investment Management track is specifically designed for those who desire a career in asset management, such as advising or portfolio management. When taking this track, the MSF covers most of the body of knowledge that you will need to become a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and the track is a great fit for individuals who would like to pursue the coveted CFA charter. Since the program is affiliated with the CFA Institute, students taking this track are eligible for awareness scholarships for the CFA. With six full-time faculty members who are charter holders, this track provides students with a hands-on, practical understanding of evaluating financial assets. In addition to the overlap with the CFA curriculum, the program provides rigorous academic and applied content beyond that required for the CFA.
The Financial Technology track also provides a sound theoretical foundation of financial knowledge but aims to also educate students on modern trends in the financial field. As technology is increasingly used in pricing assets (and risk) and conducting trades, this track provides students with an understanding of how technology can be used to enhance financial decision-making and processes.
Focusing on aspects of economics, financial reporting, finance, securities, and derivatives relevant to modern investment analysis, it brings together theories, practices, strategies, and methodologies designed to reflect the current state of the field of investment management and analysis. The body of knowledge to be mastered includes:
Applied Finance Institute
Fast Track Option
Peter J. Tobin College of Business students may apply for graduate study in their third year of undergraduate study. Students accepted to the program can take up to 12 graduate-level credits during their senior year, which can mean earning a bachelor's degree and master's degree in just five years, saving both time and money.
Limited scholarships and graduate assistantships are also available for Fast-Track programs in year five.
For more information, contact Senior Assistant Dean Sheila Russell.
Career Outcomes
St. John’s finance graduates often pursue work in Consulting and/or Financial Services with employers such as:
- AIG
- American Express
- Barclays
- Citi
- Deliotte
- EY
- FDIC
- Fisher Investments
- KPMG
- JP Morgan Chase
- Merrill Lynch
- Moodys
- Protiviti
- Synchrony Financial
- UBS
- Wells Fargo