carroll school of management msfMaster of Science in FinanceGlobalization, new technologies, ever-evolving regulations, and novel financial instruments: the landscape of finance is constantly changing. To succeed in this constantly evolving environment, industry professionals need a thorough grounding in the enduring principles that underlie financial markets.By focusing on fundamental economic principles, the MSF Program at Boston College prepares students to navigate and manage unpredictable economic landscapes. MSF students gain valuable experience through case studies, internships, field study, and real- world consulting projects. Classes are small, fostering a strong sense of community and collegiality, and students have remarkable access to some of the finest teachers and researchers in the world. program details The MSF Program helps students deepen their knowledge of finance, broaden their opportunities within the industry, and become recognized leaders in their fields. It is designed to meet the diverse needs of finance professionals at different stages of their careers. It is also suited for recent undergraduates beginning their careers in finance, and for math- ematicians, economists, engineers, computer scientists, and others who are considering a new career in the world of finance. schedUling optionsfUll timeCohort (accelerated) format Students in the accelerated program can complete the MSF in one full year of study. Students progress through the program as a cohort, fostering exceptional camaraderie and creating a supportive network one that continues long after the program comes to an end.Quantitative track Designed for full-time students, the quantitative track MSF offers a thorough grounding in technical and analytical skills. The quantitative track consists of 11 courses, including five doctoral-level courses, and can be completed in three semesters. part timeSelf-paced option The self-paced option meets the needs of individuals who wish to continue their careers while pursuing advanced study. While course enrollment is flexible, self-paced students typically complete the program in 20 months.Master of Science in FinanceJill Glaser, MSF 04Equity Research Associate Analyst, Credit Suisse“At PricewaterhouseCoopers I gained practical ex- perience in the field of accounting. Then I chose to invest a year in the Boston College MSF Program for broader exposure to financial markets and deeper knowledge of what drives the value of firms. The curriculum provided a full understanding of corporate finance, capital markets, and invest- ments. The faculty drew on real-world examples to illustrate the material, and my classmates contributed knowledge from their diverse back- grounds, making the classroom discussions interesting and informative. My experiences at BC proved to be invaluable as I started a career in equity research following completion of the program.”Sample Curricula and Course Sequencesprogram reQUirements All candidates are required to complete the following courses prior to beginning the program: accounting, calculus, financial management, and statistics. Economics, if not already completed, may be taken as part of the MSF Program and is a requirement for graduation. Prior to applying to the quantitative track MSF Program, applicants must have the following coursework: three semesters of calculus, one semes- ter of linear algebra, and one semester of statistics. www.bc.edU/msffUll timecohort (accelerated) msffall coUrsescreditsInvestments 3Corporate Finance 3Financial Econometrics 3Management of Financial Institutions 3spring coUrsescreditsTheory of Corporate Finance3Two of the following:Fixed Income Analysis; Portfolio Theory; Derivatives and Risk Management 6One Elective3sUmmer coUrsescreditsFinancial Policy3One Elective3total credit hoUrs/coUrses30/10QUantitatiVe tracK msffirst year, fall coUrsescreditsMath for Economists3Statistics3Corporate Finance3Investments3first year, spring coUrsescreditsEconometrics3Capital Markets3Derivatives and Risk Management3Fixed Income Analysis3second year, fall coUrsescreditsEmpirical Asset Pricing 3Portfolio Theory3One Elective3total credit hoUrs/coUrses33/11part timeself-paced msffirst year, first semester*creditsInvestments 3Corporate Finance 3first year, second semestercreditsFinancial Econometrics 3Management of Financial Institutions 3first year, third semestercreditsOne of the following:Fixed Income Analysis; Portfolio Theory; Derivatives and Risk Management 3One Elective3second year, first semestercreditsTheory of Corporate Finance3One of the following:Fixed Income Analysis; Portfolio Theory; Derivatives and Risk Management 3second year, second semestercreditsFinancial Policy3One Elective3total credit hoUrs/coUrses30/10* Students who choose the self-paced option may begin the program in September or January.applied learning Experiential learning is an integ