Drive Better Decision-Making in Finance
Big data is driving change in finance, and companies are looking to hire talented individuals with proven analytical credentials. With the Master of Science in Finance - Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSF/MSBA) dual degree program at USD's Knauss School of Business, you'll prove you have what it takes to lead.
The Analytical Breadth to Stand Out
With the MSF/MSBA program, you'll gain two in-demand master's degrees in two years from a leading business school in San Diego, California. The Master's in Finance program will teach you advanced financial concepts, while the Master's in Business Analytics will give you confidence in leading analytics projects, from working with big data to guiding decisions.
STEM-designated Dual Degree Program
The MSF/MSBA program is officially STEM-designated and offers a high degree of analytical rigor and hands-on learning. The MSF program prepares you to pass the first two levels of the CFA exam before you graduate from the dual degree program. And the MSBA program includes hands-on consulting projects to build your portfolio.
Save on Tuition
By completing both degrees at the Knauss School of Business, you will double-count certain classes, which saves you over $12,000 in tuition (based on 2024-25 rates).
To pursue this dual degree program, you will need to apply and be accepted by both the Master's in Finance and Master's in Business Analytics programs.
Unit Breakdown
33
Total MSF Units Required
28
Total MSBA Units Required
$12,760
Potential Cost Savings from Double-Counting Credits (Based on 2024-25 Tuition Rates)
Sample Schedule - MSF/MSBA
The Master of Science in Finance - Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSF/MSBA) dual degree program allows you to obtain an MSF and an MSBA degree by completing specific prescribed courses for a total of 61-62 units. You'll receive two diplomas upon completion of all course work. You are recommended to focus on MSF coursework in the first year and add MSBA courses in the second year of study in order to have more time to prepare for the CFA exam and pass the first two levels of exam before they graduate from the dual degree program.
- First Year (MSF)
- Second Year (MSBA)
- Double-Counted Courses
Pre-Term
One semester of college level calculus is required prior to beginning the program.
For international students, the International Student Introductory Program (ISIP) is held in late July or mid August.
Program Outline
| Module One – Mid August - Early September |
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| MFIN 501 Quantitative Methods (2) |
| MFIN 502 Economics for Finance (2) |
| MFIN 505 Ethics (1) |
| MFIN 519 Financial Markets and Institutions (1) |
| Module Two – September - Early October |
| MFIN 507 Financial Reporting and Analysis (3) |
| MFIN 508 Corporate Finance (1) |
| MFIN 510 International Finance (1) |
| Module Three – Mid October - December |
| MFIN 503 Fixed Income (2) |
| MFIN 504 Derivatives (2) |
| MFIN 506 Portfolio Management (1) |
| Module Four – Mid January - Early March |
| MFIN 500 Inro to Python for Finance (1) |
| MFIN 509 Alternative Investments (1) |
| MFIN 511 Advanced Financial Reporting and Analysis (3) |
| MFIN 512 Equity Valuation and Modeling (3) |
| MFIN 514 Financial Econometrics (1) |
| Module Five – Mid March - May |
| MFIN 513 Advanced Portfolio Management (2) |
| MFIN 515 Advanced Corporate Finance (2) |
| MFIN 516 Advanced Seminar and Research Methods in Corporate Finance (1) |
| MFIN 517 Advanced Fixed Income and Structured Finance (2) |
| MFIN 518 Advanced Seminar in Asset Pricing (1) |
Additional MSF Requirements to be Completed
- Career and Professional Development Course (if starting with the MSF program)
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