Florida International University

What you'll study

This programme combines core graduate finance courses with specialised modules that address both institutional finance and personal financial management. Typical core subjects include corporate finance, investments and portfolio management, fixed income and derivatives, financial statement analysis, and financial modelling. Specialist and elective topics often cover personal financial planning, wealth management, risk management, international finance, fintech and real estate finance.

Teaching is delivered through lectures, case studies, group projects and applied assignments. Many students complete a capstone project or practicum that applies quantitative tools to a real-world finance problem; some programmes also offer a thesis option depending on academic focus. Practical workshops in Bloomberg, Excel-based modelling and other industry-standard platforms are commonly integrated to develop workplace-ready skills.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree. A strong quantitative background—evidence of coursework in calculus, statistics, economics or finance—is preferred. Admissions typically consider undergraduate transcripts, a résumé, a personal statement outlining academic and career goals, and one or more letters of recommendation.

Standardised test requirements vary by applicant profile and may be waived for candidates with sufficient professional experience or prior graduate study. International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or equivalent qualifications. Selected applicants may be invited to an interview as part of the assessment process.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a broad range of finance roles across public and private sectors. Common job titles include financial analyst, investment analyst, portfolio manager, corporate finance analyst, risk analyst, wealth manager or financial planner. The programme also prepares students for positions in banking, asset management, insurance, corporate treasury, financial consulting and fintech firms.

Alumni often leverage internships, career services and industry connections to secure roles in regional and international financial centres. The curriculum also supports professional development for candidates pursuing industry credentials such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) where relevant.

Why study at Florida International University

Florida International University’s business school is located in Miami, a global hub for finance, trade and wealth management, offering access to a wide range of financial firms and internship opportunities. The school emphasises experiential learning and professional readiness, with career services, employer events and practical training in financial tools and databases.

Students benefit from a diverse and international student body, a large alumni network in the region, and connections to industries that are active in South Florida and beyond. The programme’s combination of technical finance training and personal financial management prepares graduates for roles across institutional and private-client finance sectors.