Finance (MSF)

Prepare to ask difficult questions about a corporation’s finances as you lead them toward solutions.

Offered 100% Online as well as Hybrid Online and Face-to-Face in Commerce.
2 years
30 credit hours
No thesis required

Become a Financial Expert

The Master of Science in Finance program provides a platform for you to develop as a financial-economic expert who can spot opportunities, assess risks and ask critical financial questions. We place an emphasis on a solid understanding of finance theory as well as the practical applications of theory to real-world problems in order to prepare our graduates for the financial, managerial and global economic challenges of the 21st century — and beyond.

Spring 2026 Graduate Flex Term.

What you need to know

Nationally-Ranked Affordable Programs

The College of Business has been recognized by the highly anticipated U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2023 for several programs.

Careers

Finance requires the development of a wide range of skills in order to meet the demands of the global business environment. Our combination of educational and real-world application creates an active and engaging learning experience, offering access to faculty whose collective expertise spans all major areas of economics and finance. As a result, graduates are well-positioned to transition quickly when internship and job opportunities present themselves.

Annual Mean Wage of Finance Professionals

Financial Investment Analyst

$ 108,790

Financial Risk Specialist

$ 116,140

Financial Analyst and Advisor

$ 116,770

Financial Manager

$ 139,790

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022

The East Texas A&M Business Advantage

Here you will gain the knowledge, confidence and the practical tools you need to become a professional, ready to compete in the marketplace.

AACSB

Accredited

Earn a valuable degree from a fully accredited business program. Since 1976, the College of Business has held this prestigious designation making it one of roughly 800 institutions to hold such a distinction worldwide.

Innovative Programs

STEM Designated Degree

Our STEM-designated undergraduate and graduate programs in Business Analytics, as well as our Master of Science degrees in Finance, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, and Supply Chain Management, give students a significant advantage in the fastest-growing markets. These programs prepare students for professional careers that offer job security, flexibility, satisfaction, and excellent earning potential.

Accounting

Endorsed by the IMA

Our Department of Accounting and Finance is endorsed by the Institute for Management Accountants, which means our programs adequately prepare students to take the Certified Management Accountant certification exam.

Student Experience

World-class Faculty

Engage with exceptional faculty who are both significant scholars and industry leaders that provide you with personalized attention. Renowned for their research and enterprising spirit, learn from the best to be the best with industry insights they provide.

Career Services

Your Future

Explore careers and develop a plan as you meet one-on-one with our career coaches. Our team will help you curate your resume and cover letters, prep you with mock interviews, provide you with professional headshots, and offer you employment opportunities and access to network with some of the largest companies across several industries.

Scholarships

Funding Your Future

Committed to investing in our students' futures, our programs are not only affordable but of great value. In addition to the scholarships available from East Texas A&M, the College of Business offers scholarships specifically for business students.

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Well-Rounded

Global Exposure

Students will develop, apply and hone evolving skills to ensure their success here in Texas and abroad.

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What You Will Learn

In our graduate-level finance program, you will experience challenging, fast-paced coursework and collaboration with accomplished peers. You will advance your competencies in financial management, investment, business research and more. As a result, the courses in our MS in Finance degree program positions graduates to meet the trends in the business environment.

Courses to Prepare You for Your Career

Foundation courses including Finance for Decision Makers, Economics for Decision Makers and Quantitative Analysis for Managers.
Core finance courses including Financial Management, Investment Seminar, Derivatives & Risk Management, International Business Finance, Advanced Financial Modeling, Financial Markets, Institutions & Instruments and Applied Financial Research.

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

A degree in finance will offer you the opportunity to:

Develop skills that prepare you for the demands of the global business environment.
Prepare you for a number of certification exams such as Chartered Financial Analyst ® (CFA) and Certified Financial Planner ® (CFP).
Learn from a combination of educational and real-world applications.
Gain the necessary insight to spot opportunities, assess risks and ask critical financial questions.
Develop the managerial tools needed to become a professional ready for any challenge.

Minors

We offer various minors that can be combined with your finance (MSF) degree. Learn more about the available minors and their course requirements.

Minors for Graduate Programs

Faculty Spotlight

Curriculum

Core Finance Courses

Develop Professional Skills. Dive into topics like investment, corporate finance, monetary management, and financial reporting covered in the core finance courses.

Applied Financial Research (FIN 595)
Financial Management (FIN 504)
Investment Seminar (FIN 510)
Derivatives & Risk Management (FIN 512)
Advanced Financial Modeling with Excel (FIN 550)
Financial Markets, Institutions & Instruments (FIN 570)
International Business Finance (FIN 571)

Electives:

Make it your own. Customize your degree with electives covering a wide range of financial subjects.

Choose 3 Finance Courses from:

Fixed Income Analysis
Advanced Entrepreneurial Finance & Venture Capital
Financial Data Analytics
Principles of Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Real Estate Appraisal & Investment
Behavioral Finance
Advanced Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation
Financial Econometrics
Internship in Finance
Independent Study
Fundamentals of Financial Planning
Advanced Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits
Advanced Risk, Insurance, and Estate Planning

Available Minors (4 Courses):

Invest in your future. Stand out from the crowd by adding a minor to your degree.

Business Analytics
Cyber Security
Digital Marketing
Economics
Finance
Financial Planning
Economics of U.S. Healthcare
Marketing Analytics
Corporate Management
Real Estate

Course Delivery and Resources

Our programs are designed to be flexible, meeting the needs of working professionals who want the convenience of a fully online degree, full-time students who prefer face-to-face classes, blended or fully online for those who need the convenience. We offer a graduate-level business degree to fit your lifestyle and career aspirations.

Please check the schedule of classes for locations and times. Locations and times are subject to change.

Student Organizations

The aim of the Finance Society is to help in the development of the next generation of finance professionals from East Texas A&M, from degree plan through career. The society is an active student organization in the College of Business that is focused on advising and guiding in the professional, educational and social development of students interested in finance.

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Program Costs

Use the following links to get further information to tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships.

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Financial Aid

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Admission

Your Path to Becoming a Lion

Deadlines

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Note: This program is not currently available to international students.

Submit Application

Create an account or login if you already have one
Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
Choose the semester you wish to begin

Select “Finance, MSF” as your “Program.”

Pay the $50 application fee.

Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.

Within two business days of your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.

Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.

Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.

Your Graduate Coordinator

Rebecca Stevens Graduate Student Services Coordinator: College of Business, College of Humanities Social Sciences and Arts, and Non-Degree

Domestic Transcripts

Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your Graduate Student Services Coordinator. We accept transcripts officially via email (directly from the institution), through Parchment, and any other official transcript providing agency. If your university does not offer an electronic transcript service, you may request them to be sent via regular mail to:

East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School

2600 S. Neal St.
Commerce, Texas 75428

If your degree is from East Texas A&M University, you do not have to order a transcript.
We will access your transcript.

If we already have your transcript, we will reuse it for a new application as long as it is still on file.

International transcripts

WES ICAP evaluations will be required for certain countries; those are listed below:

Transcripts/Degrees from universities in Nigeria
Transcripts/Degrees from universities in China that do not come from CSSD (formerly CHESICC)
Any country where the official transcript is not in English

For all other countries, an evaluation is not initially required. Original official transcripts are required for admission consideration.
Please know that upon receipt of your official transcript, the Graduate School reserves the right to require an external evaluation at that time.

Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
2600 S. Neal St.
Commerce, Texas 75428

We will need official/original documents.

If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.

If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:

East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011

We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.

Describe your preparation for graduate work and your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.

Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.

Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status

Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.

Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.