Finance
Develop your managerial potential and practical finance skills, giving you the opportunity to build a successful career in finance.
The Isenberg MBA with a Focus in Finance offers a mix of general business and finance elective courses to meet your specific educational goals. This focus is ideal for individuals interested in a career in investment banking, corporate finance, venture capital, or consulting.
MBA students are required to complete a total of 9 elective credits to establish an optional focus area. The following list of courses are a sampling of Finance electives. Please note that these electives are offered on a rotating basis and are subject to change. Connect with your Academic Advisor for current course offerings.
Finance Courses
Corporate Real Estate
Investment Decisions & Strategies
Personal Finance - Basics
Personal Finance - Cash Management
Personal Finance - Insurance
Personal Finance - Investments
Private Wealth Management
Real Estate Investment
Value Investing
Flex Focus Courses
Students may substitute up to 3 credits of Finance electives with a “flex” designated elective. These flex electives are applicable to all industries and can be applied to all focus areas.
Business Intelligence & Analytics
Data Management for Business Leaders
Negotiations Theory & Practice
Project Management
Six Sigma for Management
Note: A completed focus will be included on your transcript, but will not be included on the official diploma from the university.
Please contact our office with any questions at grad@isenberg.umass.edu.
Online MBA Dates & Deadlines
Application Deadlines:
- Fall Deadline: June 1
- Spring Deadline: Oct 1
- Summer Deadline: Feb 1
Course Registration Generally Begins:
- Fall: mid-July
- Winter: mid-October
- Spring: mid-November
- Summer: mid-March