Why Choose Cambridge College Global?
Cambridge College Global offers an affordable, world-class education, literally at your fingertips. Our online learning platform is ideal for today’s busy working adult. We understand the need for access to high-quality online degrees and provide programs that are:
ACCESSIBLE
Courses are 100% online, allowing you to study anytime and anywhere.
APPLICABLE
Career-focused coursework is led by faculty with real-world experience.
ACCREDITED
Cambridge College is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Get your master's degree in as little as 14 months.
Master’s in Finance Online
The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) degree is designed to provide a comprehensive, contemporary perspective on financial theory and practice. Compared to an MBA, this online master’s degree in finance provides an exclusive focus on financial models, financial markets and investment strategies. The course curriculum along with the knowledge and skills acquired while obtaining the MSF degree offers excellent preparation for an individual to pursue entry or advancement in the financial services industry.
This accelerated, graduate-level online business degree program requires 10 courses and can be completed within 15 months of continuous enrollment.
MSF Degree Concentrations/Tracks
We offer concentrations in global finance trading, leadership, and ethics & corporate social responsibility to provide students with a broader perspective in finance:
Students also have the opportunity to refresh their knowledge and skills, or develop new expertise, with CCG's Graduate Certificate in Financial Management, Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning, and Graduate Certificate in Global Finance Trading. The 12 credit hours earned in this program are transferable to the Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program.
For a complete list of courses, download the curriculum worksheet. You may also view full course descriptions here.
What You Will Learn in the Online Master of Science in Finance
MSF students will be able to make sound managerial financial decisions by:
- Analyzing financial data and market research information to conduct analyses for sound investment decisions and portfolio management.
- Utilizing financial concepts and analytical tools to make financial decisions in managerial finance and investment management.
- Devising effective financial plans and risk management strategies.
- Applying theoretical constructs and quantitative tools to devise financial models to address corporate finance challenges.
- Evaluating issues in financial ethics and compliance to support ethical practices.
- Strategizing and proposing comprehensive financial plans and investment policies to maximize shareholders’ value in the current global environment.
As a final deliverable, all MSF students will construct a comprehensive financial analysis and investment analysis report on par with those found in the financial press.
Throughout this program, team building, cross-sector learning and professional networking are encouraged through small, online classes. Your fellow students may include finance professionals such as treasurers, fraud analysts, underwriters, financial analysts, tax specialists, bank presidents and portfolio managers—to name a few.
Industry professional certifications could help you graduate sooner.
Cambridge College Global accepts many industry-standard certifications for college credit. You could receive credit for your professional certifications, saving you both time and money.
“The low tuition was a benefit. The professional growth I experienced — I don't know if that would have been possible without my MSF.”
Is the Online Master of Science in Finance Right for You?
The online Master of Science in Finance program is designed so that working adults can earn their business degree online and pursue careers in the financial sector, such as asset management, debt, equity and commodities trading, investment banking, commercial lending, mutual funds, hedge funds, insurance and more. This includes those who want to shift their career path into finance as well as those who are currently employed in finance and want to deepen their knowledge in this field.
A business undergraduate degree is not required for admission into the master’s in finance online program. If you’re looking for a faster way to develop skills in finance, we also offer several graduate certificates:
- Graduate Certificate in Financial Management
- Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
- Graduate Certificate in Global Finance Trading
Nearly all of our students are working adults who recognize Cambridge College Global as a good fit for its convenience and flexibility. Sixty-three percent of them are employed at organizations which have a Corporate Partner relationship with Cambridge College Global.
“I could have gone to Boston University or Harvard. However, I selected... the Master of Finance because the program was very specific, pretty short, and I was able to finish it within two years.”
General Admission Requirements
Acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis throughout the year for our 8 graduate sessions. You can apply at any time and get a decision within days of submitting all required materials.
For more details, fill out the Request More Information form and an admission counselor will contact you. Your admission counselor can also help you explore financial options and walk you through the application process, which involves completing a graduate application and providing undergraduate transcripts.