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THE ADVANTAGE OF A LSU MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE The Master of Science program in Finance provides its students with the analytical and communicative skills necessary for effective financial decision making through the application of financial theory and quantitative techniques. With ever-increasing financial globalization and competition for employment in the financial sector, it is crucial that professionals prepare for the increasingly complex world of Finance by building a solid foundation. The LSU MS Finance Program offers a challenging advanced degree that prepares its participants to become the leaders of this rewarding and dynamic field. Table Of Contents: Customized Curriculum A viable alternative to an MBA, the LSU MS Finance Program offers several concentrations that allow students to customize the curriculum to fit a variety of career goals including:
Moreover, MS Finance students may participate in LSU’s prestigious Internal Auditing Program. As part of this world-class program, MS Finance students may receive highly competitive intern positions at some of the nations most esteemed firms. Also, as part of the MS Finance Program, students may earn a Minor in Mathematics (For more information please refer to the Department of Mathematics page). ADVANCED RESOURCES Through LSU MS Finance Program, students have the latest and most advanced educational resources at their fingertips. The Securities Markets Analysis Research and Trading (SMART Lab) allows students to access the latest technology in securities analysis, research and trading. While the Student Managed Investment Fund allows students real-life practice managing a portfolio. CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES For those with undergraduate degrees in Accounting, the LSU MS Finance Program offers Accounting electives in order for individuals to reach the 150 hour requirement for the CPA exam while pursuing a master in finance. In addition, the MS Finance program offers Bloomberg certification and excellent preparation for individuals seeking to become CFA certified. MS FINANCE CURRICULUM
The MS Finance program is 36 semester hours in length, and is intended to be a full-time, three-semester program. MS Finance students are required to successfully complete at least 18 hours of finance courses including 3 required courses. The remaining 18 hours should be chosen to support their career goals. In addition, 18 hours or more have to be 7000 (or higher) level classes.
Part-Time Study Final Examination Course Descriptions (PDF) MS FINANCE CAREER PATHS
The typical areas that a MS Finance graduate would work are: financial services, corporate finance, investments, real estate, or risk management. Types of Jobs Held by MS Finance Graduates:
MS FINANCE ADMISSIONS We admit students in both fall and spring semesters. For admissions, we look at the entire application package, including transcripts, rather than focusing on any one test score. We target a 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) undergraduate grade point average and a 600 or better on the GMAT (the code for LSU is 6373), with balance between the verbal and quantitative sections. We do not accept the GRE. International applicants must also provide an official TOEFL score (the code for LSU is also 6373) of at least 550 on the paper-based exam, 213 on the computer-based exam, or 79 on the internet-based exam to be considered for admission. We encourage but do not require work experience. Letters of recommendation are also an important part of the assessment process. We use them to aid us in determining the applicant's likelihood of success both in the program and after graduation. We do not require specific forms for these letters; the respondent should write on standard letterhead. Since the curriculum is tailored to each applicant's needs, we require that you have already established a career goal and reasons for seeking the MS Finance degree. This information should be included in your statement of purpose on the graduate school application form, and is used in determining your program of study. Regrettably, at present we do not anticipate offering any assistantships for the Masters program for the coming year. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Students seeking the Master of Science degree in Finance must meet all degree requirements specified by the Graduate School as well as specific departmental requirements outlined in the MS Finance Admissions section. Prospective students should apply to the graduate school. In addition, students should send the following documents to the MS Finance Advisor:
Louisiana State University All graduate school application materials are also available on line at the Graduate School's Web site: http://appl003.lsu.edu/grad/gradschool.nsf/index This site also contains much information about the admissions process. If you are not able to apply on-line, you must still request a paper application from that site. We are unable to send one to you directly. The Graduate School sets the deadline on May 15 for Fall admission and October 15 for Spring admission but advises international students to submit their application at least ten months in advance of enrolling. I hope this information assists you in your planning. If you have any additional questions specific to our MS program, please do not hesitate to contact me. V. Carlos Slawson, Jr., Chair |
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