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MA

Ideal for students wanting to pursue careers requiring an understanding of the forces that drive the global economy and international capital markets. 

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A full-time, 2-year program

A focus on analytical and technical skills

9 specialization areas including corporate finance, data analytics, international economic policy analysis and more.

Study abroad for one semester option.

Graduates work as analysts or associates in investment banks, tax analysts, equity or fixed income analysts, budget analysts, project managers or policy analysts in government or non-profit.

Recent graduates are working at JPMorgan Chase, Smith Barney and Merrill Lynch.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Coursework in principles of micro- and macro-economics and statistics

GRE/GMAT/TOEFL

1-3 years prior work experience is desirable, though not required. 
MBA

Ideal for students seeking to develop the background needed to make key business decisions in finance, marketing, strategy and organizational management.

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A full-time, 2-year program

An emphasis on conceptual, managerial and analytical skills

9 specialization areas including corporate finance, data analytics, marketing, sustainability and real estate.

Study abroad for one semester is optional.

Alumni placements often include associate-level positions in consulting companies and investment banks, as well as in start-ups and in finance/operational areas of large and small companies.

Recent graduates are working at Citibank, EMC, IBM, KPMG, Morgan Stanley, Oracle and State Street Corporation.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Coursework in micro- and macro-economics and statistics

GRE/GMAT/TOEFL

2-5 years of work experience is highly recommended.

MSF

Ideal for finance professionals looking to expand their knowledge in global markets, financial analysis and strategy. 

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Full-time (1-year program) and part-time (1½ - 2 years) options

5 courses per semester for full-time students; 10 courses total

A theoretical and practical training approach

Advanced study in options and derivatives, fixed income securities, portfolio management and corporate financial operations

4 specializations in asset management, risk management, real estate and corporate finance

Option for Overseas coursework 

Typically, MSF students have a solid understanding of the finance industry and return to positions in financial operations and financial management in financial, service, and other industries.

Recent graduates are working at State Street, Fidelity, Bank of America and John Hancock.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Coursework in micro- and macro-economics and statistics

GRE/GMAT/TOEFL

1-2 years of professional work experience is preferred. 
PhD

Ideal for students with a strong background in economics and mathematics looking to excel in research, consulting, teaching, and high-level policy making careers.

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Full-time, 4-6 year program

14 courses in the program over 8-12 semesters

Rigorous theoretical and technical training in advanced economic research, policy, micro- and macro-economic theory, finance and econometrics 

5 areas of specialization including trade, finance, advanced macroeconomics, international business and international development

PhD graduates often pursue careers as researchers, faculty members and high-level policy makers in the fields of international economics and finance

Recent graduates are working at the IMF, the World Bank and State Street.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Coursework in intermediate microeconomics and statistics, linear algebra and differential, integral and multivariate calculus

GRE score 

2-5 years of work experience is highly recommended