Increase your earning potential with a career in finance.
About the Program
Pacific's Master of Science in Finance program offers the perfect blend of finance theory and application. With a $3.5 million student-run investment fund, our program offers students the unique opportunity to manage a large equity portfolio using state of the art tools of the industry. In just one year, our STEM-designated program prepares students for the CFA certification and is offered in-person and online simultaneously using a hyflex modality providing flexibility for working professionals.
Growing Demand
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor, the employment of finance professionals is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2019 to 2029. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median pay for a financial analyst role in 2019 was $81,590, and the average compensation earned by finance professionals ranges up to $316,000 for portfolio managers according to the CFA Institute's compensation study.
25% tuition discount available
Curriculum aligned with premier CFA-certification prep
$3.5 million student-managed fund
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Pacific Finance students gain experiential learning through managing a $3.2 million Student Investment Fund (SIF), in addition to required internships and an optional study abroad program. In the Eberhardt SIF, students do research and evaluation, write reports, and make choices regarding where and how to invest in the live fund. This is not a simulation or paper trade fund, but rather a live, real-money fund. Students will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders, visit top finance companies and connect with Eberhardt alumni throughout their time in the program.
The admission process involves a holistic review of each applicant’s background and experiences. The following are required for admission:
- Bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 or higher GPA
- Official transcripts*
- Resume
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Foundational business knowledge
- Applicants may demonstrate their foundational business knowledge through the completion of an undergraduate degree in business or through the completion of prerequisite courses which may be completed either prior to or in addition to this program’s coursework.
*Official transcripts for all course work taken after high school are required to complete your application. Official transcripts should be sent directly to GradCAS, detailed instructions including address can be found under the Sending Official Transcripts to GradCAS menu.
Fall Semester
BUSI 230 — Ethics in the Investment Profession (1 credit)
BUSI 231 — Quantitative Methods in Finance
BUSI 232 — Economics for Finance
BUSI 218 — Advanced Financial Accounting
BUSI 277 — Management Skills
BUSI 220 — Corporate Finance
Spring Semester
BUSI 222 — Student Investment Fund (SIF)
BUSI 233 — Fixed Income Securities
BUSI 234 — Derivative /Alternative Investments
BUSI 225 — Investment / Portfolio Analysis
BUSI 226 — Financial Statement Analysis
Business programs offered by the Eberhardt School of Business are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, the premier business school accrediting organization in the world. The five-year continuous review process ensures students and employers of the most current and high-quality programs. Learn more about the AACSB and the continuous review accreditation process. Learn more about what it means for you to attend an AACSB accredited school.
