Curriculum for the Master of Financial Economics (MFE)
The MFE program requires a minimum of 30 credits from an approved program of study (see below), and at least 15 of those credits must be 6000 level courses or higher.
Core MFE Program Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Semester | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIN 6400* | Foundations of Finance | Pre-Fall | 3 |
| FIN 6600 | Advanced Financial Economics | Fall | 3 |
| FIN 6410 | Corporate Finance | Spring | 3 |
* 2-week course held on campus 2 weeks prior to fall semester
Specialization Options
Choose one of the following specialization options, or receive approval from the graduate program director for alternative programs of study.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
The curriculum in this specialization is intended to provide you with expertise and real-world skills in investment analysis. The coursework is designed to help you pass the CFA Level I Exam. The completion of the CFA program is considered one of the highest distinctions in the investment management profession. This specialization will help prepare you for a variety of career paths in the investment industry, such as
- asset management,
- private wealth management,
- commercial banking,
- investment banking,
- consulting,
- risk management, and insurance.
The course list can be found here.
Financial Technology (FinTech)
The curriculum in this specialization is intended to show you how new technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data) are used in the delivery of various financial services. Earning this degree positions you to pursue exciting career paths in FinTech, including
- financial analysis,
- product management,
- cybersecurity analysis,
- quantitative analysis,
- business development management, and
- data analysis.
The course list can be found here.
Personal Financial Planning (PFP)
The curriculum in this specialization is intended to provide you with the tools to develop a comprehensive financial plan that encompasses spending, financing, and investing. The curriculum is registered through the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Board of Standards. The successful completion of the program qualifies you to sit for the CFP exam, which is the standard of excellence in financial planning. The PFP specialization prepares you for careers in
- financial analysis,
- government securities,
- retirement planning,
- compensation investment management,
- property ownership, and
- wealth management.
The course list can be found here.
Ph.D. Preparation
The curriculum in this specialization is intended to provide you with theoretical knowledge in financial economics and the tools necessary to conduct empirical/experimental research. The successful completion of this specialization will help you pursue a Ph.D. in finance. Recent students from this specialization have placed at excellent Ph.D. programs, such as
- University of Utah
- University of Arizonia
- Washington State University
- Texas Tech
- Florida State University
- Ohio State University
- Arizona State University
- University of North Carolina
- University of Kentucky
- University of Memphis
- Penn State
- University of Mississippi