Specialized Masters Programs
In addition to our Masters in Business Administration, Isenberg offers four distinct specialized masters programs: an MS in Accounting, an MS in Business Analytics, an MS in Management, an MS in Sport Management, and a Master of Finance. These programs are among the most respected in the country, attracting talented, diverse students and the most accomplished faculty. Graduates continue on to successful careers at leading companies or to PhD programs at top institutions.
Whether you are applying straight from an undergraduate program, switching your career focus, or seeking to deepen your knowledge of Asset Management, the Isenberg Master of Finance (MF) will provide you with the knowledge you need to thrive in the field of Asset Management and broaden your network of finance professionals. Designed to be completed in as little as 9 months, this flexible program combines rigorous analytical training with hands-on projects and practical experience using industry-relevant tools and technologies. The MF can be completed on campus in Amherst or online, full-time or part-time, allowing you to earn a respected graduate degree in a format that fits your goals and schedule.
Isenberg’s MS in Accounting prepares you for the best jobs in accounting, in a way that fits your lifestyle. Working with internationally recognized faculty, you will learn to apply real-world solutions and practices through a progressive curriculum committed to team-based learning and hands-on problem solving.
Enhance your career opportunities by developing your data manipulation, visualization, and modeling skills with the MS in Business Analytics (MSBA). The MSBA is offered as a 1-year program on-campus in Amherst or Newton, or complete the program at your own pace through our flexible online learning platform. Both on-campus options have achieved classification as a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) program.
The Isenberg MS in Sport Management gives students the skills, credibility and well-connected network they need to rise to the top. Students will gain expertise in sport-related disciplines ranging from marketing, law, and finance, to applied sport market research and analytics. Our program also offers a unique Professional Development Seminar in which industry practitioners enlighten students on a broad range of career advice and opportunities.
The MS in Management will equip you with the practical business knowledge, leadership skills, and career readiness needed to launch a successful career in today’s competitive environment. Concentration options offer the opportunity to dive deeper into a specialized, career-focused area of business—equipping graduates with the skills and confidence to make an immediate impact in the workplace.
4+1 Master's Degrees
UMass Amherst undergraduates and students from colleges within the Five College Consortium can take advantage of Isenberg's 4+1 programs, earning both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Eligible programs include the Master of Finance (MF), Master of Science in Accounting (MSA), Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), and Master of Science in Management (MSM).
UMass Amherst students may also qualify for an accelerated option, allowing them to complete both degrees in fewer than five years. Students are encouraged to apply to their chosen master's program during their junior year or early in their senior year to maximize the benefits of the 4+1 pathway.