The Vanderbilt Advantage
The Vanderbilt MS Finance is a rigorous, accelerated program designed for recent college graduates seeking careers in asset management, investment research, sales and trading, insurance, corporate finance and risk management. Students complete a core curriculum in quantitative finance and can pursue tracks in either Quantitative or Corporate Finance. Along the way, students master advanced skills in financial databases, portfolio management, financial modeling, firm valuation, econometric forecasting and asset allocation.
Here are 12 reasons why our students and alumni say the Vanderbilt Master of Finance is an advantageous choice.
- Vanderbilt’s reputation in Finance is internationally renowned.
- A lot of that reputation is attributed to Vanderbilt’s world-class Finance faculty—teachers who do more than just teach.
- You’ll benefit from an intensive program that lets you earn a degree quickly.
- You can tailor the curriculum to your interests and needs. This program is focused on you.
- You’ll be exceptionally well prepared. Today, financial analysis skills are valued more than ever. With your MS Finance degree, you’ll be positioned to meet that demand, with advanced financial skills that prepare you to add immediate value to any firm you join.
- You’ll gain diverse perspectives on other areas of business. From the first day of orientation through graduation, you’ll be integrated with Vanderbilt’s MBA students—which will help you develop a broader understanding of global financial issues and other business disciplines.
- You’ll learn how to be a well-rounded leader. You’ll learn not only the fundamentals of finance, but also how to apply critical thinking, problem solving and communication strategies to realistic business situations.
- Owen is competitive but it’s even more collegial. People often work collaboratively and help each other succeed. Being part of a community like that can make all the difference in your educational experience.
- The program helps you get ready for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams.
- You’ll benefit from a highly supportive network of alumni—including more than 8,000 Vanderbilt MBA graduates—who will help you while you’re in school as well as throughout your career.
- You’ll form relationships here that not only will enhance your career opportunities but will become lifelong friendships.
- You’ll earn your degree in a vibrant city that (much like Owen) is small enough to be accessible and friendly yet diverse and cosmopolitan, with no shortage of things to do or see.