Bentley University’s top-ranked Master of Science in Finance (MSF) prepares professionals to lead in today’s fast-paced global markets with advanced financial expertise and strategic insight. Students can tailor their degree by choosing from four majors: Traditional Finance, Financial Analytics, and—starting in Fall 2026—FinTech or Financial Planning and Wealth Management.
The program’s cutting-edge curriculum blends financial theory with hands-on learning through simulations, fintech tools and ESG investing. Aligned with all three levels of the CFA Exam, the coursework prepares graduates for leadership roles across investment management, corporate finance and analytics. With a focus on ethical decision-making and instruction from world-class faculty, Bentley’s MSF develops forward-thinking financial leaders equipped to make an impact.
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Ranked #1 in the U.S.
Bentley’s MSF is ranked #1 among U.S. programs in 2025 by the Financial Times, standing out in multiple areas such as salary increases, highest employment rate three months after graduation and the program's value.
STEM-Designated Program
The Financial Analytics and FinTech paths equip students for over 2 million upcoming analytics jobs while allowing international students to benefit from an extended Optional Practical Training (OPT) period to gain valuable U.S. work experience without immediate employer sponsorship.
Hands-On Experience
Bentley MSF students leverage the multimillion-dollar Trading Room and tools like Bloomberg and FactSet for coursework and case studies, and students can participate in the student-run Bentley Investment Group, which invests a portion of the university's endowment.
Customize Your Degree
Students can tailor their degree to fit their career goals by choosing from four specialized tracks—Traditional Finance, FinTech, Financial Analytics, or Financial Planning and Wealth Management. If you're unsure which path is right for you, you can start the program and explore your interests before committing to a track.
customize your degree
Bentley’s #1 ranked MSF program offers four tracks—Traditional Finance, Financial Analytics, Financial Planning and Wealth Management and FinTech—so you can align your studies with your goals or explore before deciding. No matter the path, the curriculum blends advanced analytics, real-world finance and cutting-edge technology to give you a competitive edge.
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Top Employers Hiring Our Graduates
The Bentley MSF prepares you for a wide range of careers, no matter the industry you are interested in. See below for a partial list of employers that our recent graduates have landed.
| Fidelity Investments | State Street | Brown Brothers Harriman |
| Longfellow Investment Management | National Grid | Everquote |
| Boston Scientific | Analog Devices | Stanley Black & Decker |
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Professional Partnerships
The Bentley MSF program partners with both the CFA Institute for the prestigious CFA certification, as well as with the Global Association of Risk Professionals for their increasingly important Financial Risk Manager (FRM) designation.
The Bentley Investment Group (BIG)
Reviewing SEC filing and earnings releases. Pitching stocks. The work of BIG sounds more like a day in the life of a Wall Street investor — and it is.
The Future of Finance is Female
This initiative empowers women in finance through mentorship and skill-building. Participants engage in workshops and real-world projects, enhancing their leadership abilities and networking with industry leaders to support their career growth.
Practical Experience
In the Mergers and Acquisitions course, students learn hands-on by developing a fictitious acquisition plan using tools like Cap IQ, FactSet, and Morningstar. This practical project allows them to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to analyze and present effective merger strategies.
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Curriculum: Traditional Finance Track
The MSF in Finance with a traditional finance track can be completed in 10 courses. Depending on prior education and experience, students may be required to take pre-program foundation courses. Explore the requirements for the Finance track below or for the most up-to-date information and detailed course descriptions for all majors, visit the Academic Catalog.
GR521 | Managerial Statistics
GR522 | Economic Environment of the Firm
GR524 | Accounting for Decision-Making
FI623 | Investments
FI625 | Corporate Finance: Theory, Tools and Concepts
FI631 | Financial Modeling
FI751 | International Financial Management
ST625 | Quantitative Analysis for Business
Finance Elective (4): Any four graduate Finance electives.
Outside Elective (1): The remaining fifth elective may be in FI, or any non-FI elective at the 600 level or above
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Tuition and Aid
At Bentley, we do everything possible to make your education affordable for you and to provide the kind of return on investment you expect — and deserve. With available merit and financial aid, Bentley works with qualified applicants to help find ways to pay for their education.
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Meet Your Program Director
Florin is a lecturer and the program director of the MS in Finance at Bentley University. He received an MBA and a PhD in Engineering, both from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Florin has a balanced background of quantitative and fundamental analysis skills as well as hands-on experience in the markets. He was an equity analyst at Blackstone Asia Advisors responsible for equity research on Technology, Telecom and Alternative Energy sectors in Asia. Before joining Blackstone, he developed quantitative trading strategies for Castor Pollux Securities, a start-up hedge fund in Boston. Florin Morosan also held equity research positions at Sanford Bernstein, Citigroup and Robertson Stephens and worked for McKinsey & Co. as a management consultant. His teaching interests are derivatives, investments and international finance.
Contact Florin to schedule a time to discuss your background and career goals and how these align with Bentley's MSF program.