Build Your Future in Finance with Herzing
Prepare to take the next step in your finance career.
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to pursue roles in corporate finance, investment management, financial planning and fintech with Herzing University’s online Master of Science in Finance (MSF).
This career-focused program blends financial theory with practical applications through case studies, simulations and AI-integrated coursework—so you can build the skills today’s employers are looking for.
Fully online — complete your 30-credit master’s degree in as few as 12 months (3 semesters)
Also available at our Atlanta campus for international students
Coursework infused with artificial intelligence (AI) and innovative financial technologies
Choose a capstone project or internship to gain hands-on experience aligned with your career goals
Prepare for industry-recognized certifications including the AAMS® and FBS® designations
Practical assessments that mirror real-world decision-making in finance roles
Earn Your Master of Science in Finance Online and Prepare for Career Growth
Are you a working professional who’s ready to build advanced finance expertise? Whether you’re looking to move into leadership, shift into a new area of finance or strengthen your credentials, Herzing’s MS in Finance program can help you develop the skills you need to pursue your goals.
This program, available online or (for international students) on-campus in Atlanta, requires completion of a capstone project or internship in the final semester. The capstone synthesizes advanced financial theory, quantitative methods and global market analysis. The internship provides hands-on experience applying financial theories and emerging technologies to real-world business challenges.**
**Online students in some states may not be allowed to take the internship due to state restrictions.
Upon completion of this program, you should be able to:
- Apply advanced financial theories and quantitative methods to analyze corporate, investment and global financial decisions
- Evaluate strategies for capital budgeting, valuation and optimal capital structure
- Evaluate financial markets, institutions and securities to inform risk and investment management
- Integrate emerging technologies, including fintech and AI, to help optimize financial decision-making
- Assess behavioral considerations to help improve financial outcomes
- Analyze data-informed financial strategies that address complex business and personal financial challenges
What Will I Learn in the Online MSF Program?
Courses in this program cover advanced skills in financial analysis, data-informed decision-making, personal finance and risk management. You’ll study how financial institutions operate, explore the role of fintech and AI in reshaping the industry and develop strategies for managing portfolios and global investments.
It culminates in a capstone project or internship where you apply the theories and skills you’ve developed throughout the program to real-world financial challenges.
Course topics include:
- Leading Change and Operational Excellence
- Managerial Corporate Finance
- Financial Institutions and Markets
- Fintech and Digital Finance
- Behavioral Finance
- International and Global Finance
- Investments and Portfolio Management
- Derivatives and Risk Management
- Personal Financial Planning
Coursework in this program provides a foundation for select industry certifications, including the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS®) designation from the College for Financial Planning®, a Kaplan company, and the Certified Financial Behavior Specialist® (FBS®) offered by the Financial Psychology Institute®. These certifications may enhance employability and professional credibility but are not a state-specific requirement.
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Get StartedThe Herzing University Difference
At Herzing, we want to help you build the advanced finance skills you need to reach your professional goals. That’s why we offer:
- Convenient online education that gives you more control over your schedule
- AI-integrated coursework and innovative fintech curriculum designed to reflect the skills today’s finance industry demands
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced finance faculty who bring professional knowledge to your courses
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At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience and career opportunities. At Herzing, you’re not just another student—you’re someone whose success is our priority.