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USA, Illinois
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1890
Total Students: 8,565 +
Main Campus Address
10 W 33rd Street, Perlstein Hall, Chicago IL 60616
Much of finance has its roots in economics, so mastery of topics at the intersection of those two fields is key to understanding and solving challenges in today’s financial system and to the proper application of regulation and public policy.
The Master of Science in Financial Economics program at Stuart School of Business provides a foundation in both the theory and practical areas of finance and economics. You’ll develop the comprehensive scientific, mathematical, and applied skill sets for testing and applying financial and economic models, as well as the tools and critical thinking skills to solve problems in practice and regulation involving asset pricing, risk management, financial engineering, corporate finance, or portfolio management.
The program’s curriculum is particularly well-suited to students with a background in economics or finance who are interested in highly employable careers conducting research, making policy, or managing risk in financial institutions or government entities.
At Stuart, you’ll learn the latest industry-relevant ideas and technologies from faculty who are both practitioners and scholars and who bring their career knowledge and understanding of the marketplace directly into the classroom.
Chicago is a global financial center, and our strong industry connections open up opportunities for internships, real-world projects in courses, and networking with Stuart alumni and other accomplished professionals.
Through Illinois Tech’s one-of-a-kind Elevate program, you are guaranteed access to hands-on experiences, such as internships, throughout your graduate education, as well as personalized mentorship to guide your academic studies and career planning.
Program Overview
This interdisciplinary program focuses on the practical application of economics and data analytics through the lens of finance and the markets. You’ll develop sophisticated quantitative, analytical, and modeling skills that are in demand for research, policy making, and risk management jobs, especially in the financial and public sectors.
Master's Degree
28 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
5
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities
The M.S. in Financial Economics program provides excellent preparation for the private, public, and nonprofit sector job markets in positions such as economists, policy analysts, financial analysts, and management consultants. Depending on the concentration that you choose, the degree is flexible and also includes career paths ranging from investment adviser, to economic forecaster, to data analyst.
Merit Based and Need based
Scholarship Information
Illinois Tech offers competitive scholarships at both undergraduate and graduate level. Most of our scholarships are merit-based and do not require an additional application. We offer limited need-based scholarship at undergraduate level.
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Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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