Business Administration (B.S.)/Finance (M.S.)

Illinois Tech students who complete a Stuart School of Business accelerated master’s degree program begin their careers with a clear competitive edge—the solid foundation of an undergraduate business administration degree and the specialized depth of a master’s degree.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Master of Science in Finance accelerated master’s program begins with business fundamentals, such as accounting, marketing, and management, as well as a grounding in analytics and quantitative methodology. At Stuart, students learn business in a hands-on, innovative way by collaborating with classmates across disciplines on technology-driven, real-world projects.

Stuart’s highly ranked master’s program in finance provides in-depth exposure to specific areas in finance—financial economics, high-frequency finance, risk management, entrepreneurial finance, and more—taught by faculty who bring the latest industry-relevant ideas and technologies into the classroom.

Stuart’s longstanding connections in the finance industry bring students valuable networking opportunities and experience in internships at top companies.

Through Illinois Tech’s one-of-a-kind Elevate program, you are guaranteed hands-on experiences throughout your graduate education, such as virtual and in-person internships, and personalized guidance from a career adviser, academic mentor, and alumni coach.

Learn more about each program:

B.S. in Business Administration

M.S. in Finance
 

Program Overview

Stuart School of Business’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Master of Science in Finance accelerated master’s degree program combines solid business fundamentals, rigorous quantitative and analytical study, and hands-on problem-solving with the specialized depth of Stuart’s nationally ranked M.S. in finance program.

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Master of Science in Finance accelerated master’s degree program prepares graduates for specialized careers in the finance industry—such as quantitative financial analyst, financial risk manager, portfolio or hedge fund manager, and corporate financial analyst—as well as positions in entrepreneurial and consulting positions.

Companies that have hired Stuart School of Business finance graduates include:

• Calamos Investments
• Chicago Board Options Exchange
• CME Group
• Eurex
• Federal Reserve Bank
• J.P. Morgan
• Morningstar
• Northern Trust Corporation
• Nuveen Investments

The Accelerated Master’s Advantage

• Affordability: In the accelerated master’s program co-terminal option, students maintain undergraduate status while completing graduate coursework, and can maintain financial aid eligibility when applicable.
• Fewer credit hours required: Accelerated master’s degrees share up to nine hours of course credit, requiring fewer credit hours overall compared to completing the degrees separately.
• A faster start to your career: Undergraduate students currently enrolled can complete both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in as few as five years.
• Individualized attention: Students receive guidance from both undergraduate and graduate academic advisers and mentoring from graduate faculty in the master’s program.

Learn more about Illinois Tech’s Accelerated Master’s Program.