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Bentley’s master’s degree in Finance has been rated one of the best in the world by the Financial Times, coming in at #1 among U.S. programs and #42 among the top programs globally. Alumni of the program reported an almost 8% increase in salaries from last year, best among U.S. schools.

In the Financial Times’ 2025 Master’s in Finance rankings, Bentley stood out among the U.S. schools in multiple areas including:

  • #1 for Alumni Salary Increase
     
  • #1 for Percent of Students Employed after 3 Months
     
  • #1 in Value for Money

“This ranking is significant because it focuses on outcomes and how successful our graduates are after they complete the program,” says Dean of Business Sanjay Putrevu. “We strive to provide our graduates with technical expertise as well as non-technical (critical thinking and leadership) skills so they can succeed in their lives and career. Our program enables students to excel in the global financial market through experiential (hands-on) learning projects using the latest industry data and software. These rankings are a testament to our motivated students and dedicated faculty and staff.”

Gain market-driven skills and specialized expertise with Bentley graduate programs

Bentley's Master’s in Finance features a cutting-edge curriculum that integrates financial theory with real-world applications, which graduates say provides an edge in the job market. Students get experience with industry tools and technology in the university’s Trading Room, and professors design coursework to involve applications from world recognized databases such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ and FactSet, giving students confidence using the tools they need to advance in their careers. The program continues to adapt to the changing market, adding a FinTech and Financial Planning and Wealth Management track in fall 2025.

The employability and career progression of Bentley’s graduates is second to none.  “Our graduate finance students leverage the rigorous Master’s in Finance curriculum to quickly add value to the organizations they join,” says Director of Graduate and Alumni Career Development Faith Bade. “We offer ongoing career support for all of our current students and alumni to position them to maximize their long-term professional development.”

Bentley’s graduate and executive education programs are designed to keep pace with the evolving needs of the global finance market. With programs including Strategic Finance Leadership, The Future of Fintech: Reshaping Financial Service, Artificial Intelligence for Business Advantage and the Leadership Accelerator, the university’s executive and professional education programs provide the skills for professionals to make an immediate impact.