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The two-semester Master of Science in Finance – Corporate Finance (MSFC) program emphasizes corporate financial decisions, such as capital budgeting, project and firm valuation, capital raising, securities issuance, payout policy, and enterprise risk management. This program prepares students for careers in corporate financial management, financial analysis, commercial and investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and consulting.
The MSFC degree requires the completion of 30.5 credits, including 20 required credits and 10.5 elective credits.
Orientation Programs
All Specialized Master’s Programs students kick off their degrees with a multipronged orientation program designed to prepare them for academic, personal and professional success.
Students will participate in various online and in-person orientation activities prior to beginning their fall semester at Olin. SMP Start is a set of online modules that introduce students to the ins and outs of Washington University including policies and procedures, health and wellness, leadership opportunities, and more. SMP Orientation Week includes workshops, events, and cohort overviews including introductions to faculty and advisors. This week is set up to help students with their final preparations before the start of their first semester. Orientation includes career sessions, which serve as catalysts for students to help them get started in their career search. These programs are packed with opportunities for students to bond with their program cohort and to connect with their peers in all of the Specialized Master's Programs.
Students new to the United States may have the opportunity to participate in SMP GO, during which they will acclimate to the Olin Business School culture and strengthen their English and business communication skills.
Simultaneously, students will complete optional online, asynchronous foundation courses to bolster their background and maximize their academic preparation before the start of their degree program.
Required Courses
Students must complete the following courses:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5030 | Business Analysis Using Financial Statements | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5031 | Advanced Business Analysis Using Financial Statements | 1.5 |
| FIN 5232 | Mergers & Acquisitions | 1.5 |
| FIN 5240 | Options and Futures | 1.5 |
| FIN 5250 | Fixed Income Securities | 1.5 |
| FIN 5270 | Financial Markets and Institutions | 1.5 |
| FIN 5280 | Investments Praxis | 3 |
| FIN 5320 | Investment Theory | 1.5 |
| FIN 5340 | Advanced Corporate Finance I - Valuation | 1.5 |
| FIN 5341 | Advanced Corporate Finance II - Financing | 1.5 |
| FIN 5901 | Corporate Finance and Investments Industry Seminar | 0.5 |
| FIN 5601 | Research Methods in Finance | 3 |
| or DAT 5370 | Data Analysis, Forecasting & Risk Analysis | |
Elective Courses
Students must choose three or more of the following elective courses:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 5023 | Venture Capital Methods | 1.5 |
| FIN 5025 | Private Equity - Methods | 1.5 |
| FIN 5330 | Valuing Strategic Corporate Investments | 1.5 |
| FIN 5342 | ACF3: Corporate Financial Strategy | 1.5 |
| FIN 5360 | Financial Issues in Leasing | 1.5 |
| MEC 5380 | Economics of the Organization | 1.5 |
Other Electives
MSFC students must complete 10.5 total credits of electives. In addition to elective courses listed above, additional approved elective courses are listed below.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5680 | M&A Accounting | 3 |
| FIN 5017 | Quantitative Risk Management | 3 |
| FIN 5024 | Venture Capital Practice | 1.5 |
| FIN 5026 | Private Equity - Practice | 1.5 |
| FIN 5113 | Corporate Finance Practicum | 3 |
| FIN 5241 | Derivative Securities | 1.5 |
| FIN 5300 | International Finance | 1.5 |
| FIN 5315 | ESG Investing | 1.5 |
| FIN 5321 | Data Analysis for Investments | 1.5 |
| FIN 5380 | Stochastic Foundations for Finance | 1.5 |
| FIN 5400 | Real Estate Finance | 1.5 |
| FIN 5503 | Endowments, Foundations and Philanthropy | 1.5 |
| FIN 5504 | Hedge Fund Strategies | 1.5 |
| FIN 5505 | Behavioral Finance | 1.5 |
| FIN 5550 | Risk Management and Insurance | 1.5 |
| FIN 5575 | Introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies | 1.5 |
| MEC 5920 | Competitive Industry Analysis | 3 |
| MGT 5110 | Law and Business Management | 1.5 |
| MGT 5340 | Corporate Strategy | 1.5 |
| MGT 5580 | Managing the Innovation Process | 1.5 |
| MGT 5605 | Ownership Insights: Competitive Advantage of Family and Employee Owned Firms | 1.5 |
| MKT 5770 | Marketing Strategy | 3 |
| MKT 5590 | Creating & Managing Innovative New Products | 1.5 |
| OB 5610 | Negotiation and Conflict Management | 1.5 |