Overview

Learn international finance by doing it

Develop the financial, data analysis, and communications skills to be effective in finance roles in this program designed in collaboration with leading CFOs. Perform financial analysis, projections, and valuations and come to understand the key financial markets and institutions. You'll explore technological and business model shifts in the finance industry as you work in cross-cultural teams to tackle real-world business challenges that are integrated into your entire program.

Key skills developed:

Evaluate & Execute Complex Transactions

Financial Analysis

Value Projects

Create & Deploy Budgets

Finance Operations

Key program features

  • Full-time (one year)

  • STEM degree

  • Home campus options: Boston, London

  • Start date: September 2025

Your program at a glance

Throughout your Master's in Finance, you’ll take the knowledge and skills you learn in class and continually test them—and yourself—through practical application.

You'll study three core modules, each with an integrated business challenge. You’ll then take summer electives to broaden your knowledge aligned with your career goals.

Program building blocks:

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    Required modules

    Core Modules

    Gain the foundational business skills needed in any marketing career with a practical, challenge-based approach that enables intensive skills development and continuous practical application.

    Choose Your Own

    Electives

    Whether you have a clear career target or want to try different paths, your electives give you flexibility to increase your knowledge across a range of business subjects.

    Master's in Finance curriculum:

    Sep - Dec

    Core Module 1: Finance Fundamentals

    Courses

    • Program Immersion

    • Communicating With Impact

    • Global Financial Markets

    • Business Statistics

    • Financial Accounting

    • Data Extraction & Visualization

    • Cost & Managerial Analysis

    Business Challenge 1: AI Challenge
    Jan - Feb

    Core Module 2: Financial Mastery

    Courses

    • Teamwork & Collaboration

    • Financial Management

    • Python for Analysts

    • Corporate Finance

    Business Challenge 2: Financial Challenge
    Mar - Apr

    Core Module 3: Financial Impact

    Courses

    • Influencing Others

    • Investments

    • Fintech

    • Portfolio Management or Advanced Accounting

    Business Challenge 3: Impact Challenge
    May - Aug

    Summer Electives

    Broaden your knowledge with the choice of 150+ elective courses across our global campuses.

    4 summer electives required to complete your degree.

    Campus Locations

    Get global experience

    Study in centrally located campuses in some of the world’s most influential business hubs and gain on-the-ground international experience as you build a global network.

    You'll choose one home campus for your core program and travel to others for electives with Global Campus Rotation and international city seminars.

    OPT opportunities

    Increase your eligibility to work in the US

    Not only does this program increase your employability worldwide, but you can also be eligible for up to three years of post-graduation work authorization (OPT) in the US. You must study in the US for the full year of your master's and go on to work in a STEM finance-related field. Non-STEM graduates are only eligible for a maximum of one year OPT in the US.

    Career Development

    Personal career support at every step

    We work with every student individually to set a targeted strategy, equip them with the right tools, and guide them on a clear path to achieving their career ambitions. The results speak for themselves.

    I’ve learned a lot about finance, culture, and how to work in global teams. In an increasingly borderless business landscape, it’s a real advantage in your career.

    Suzanne Rasmussen

    Norwegian

    2019

    %

    88

    of Hult master's graduates were employed after 6 months

    +

    330

    Companies hired Hult 2022 graduates

    %

    83

    of international students at US campuses gained employment in the US

    Double your skills with a Dual Degree

    Standing out in today’s crowded job market is all about skills and a Dual Degree from Hult is the ultimate skills builder.

    Combine your Global One-Year MBA or one-year master’s degree with a second specialist master's to create the ideal skillset for the role you want post-graduation—with just 18-months of study.

    Explore Dual Degree Options

    Dual Degree Deadline

    October 31, 2024

    Applicants are also eligible for a full tuition award on their second degree. This is available for a limited time and applies only to the Dual Degree program.

    CFA Institute

    Hult International Business School’s Master's in Finance program is proud to be part of the CFA Institute’s University Affiliation Program (UAP). This affiliation means our curriculum closely follows the CFA Program’s focus on ethics and investment principles, giving students a strong foundation for success in the finance world.

    For over 75 years, the CFA Institute has led the way in setting the gold standard for professionalism and ethics in investment management. By working with institutions like Hult, they help prepare the next generation of finance professionals to tackle today’s complex markets, drive positive change, and build trust in the global investment industry.

    Find out more about the CFA Institue here.

    Admissions & Fees

    What it costs & how to apply

    Your education is undoubtedly one of the most important investments you will ever make. Throughout the application process, we will work closely with you to help you understand the options available to you to finance your degree, including scholarship opportunities.

    Entry requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field OR Bachelor’s degree in any subject + one year’s relevant work experience
    • Proficiency in English (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/DTE)
    • Successful application process

    Take this short questionnaire to check if you meet the entry requirements.

    What we look for

    If you’re made to do, then the chances are, you’re made for Hult. We assess candidates individually based on the strength of their whole profile and take the time to get to know your unique value and skillset.

    Scholarship Deadline - Round 3

    January 31, 2025

    Priority is given to those who apply by the application deadline. Our enrollment team will support and guide you through the entire process.

    Billed cost of attendance for 2025 - 2026

    BostonLondon
    Program fee¹58,500 USD 45,800 GBP
    Other student-related costs²3,940 USD 1,980 GBP

    Estimated expenses³

    BostonLondon
    Housing18,000 USD 14,000 GBP
    Living12,000 USD 9,000 GBP
    Books & course materials⁴1,000 USD 700 GBP

    Application fee: 95 USD

    • ¹ A non-refundable Confirmation Deposit counts toward the Annual Program Fee.

    • ² Includes Insurance (provider varies), and Library which includes cases, articles and other licensed materials.

    • ³ Amounts are based on market benchmarks and exchange rates at the time of print and are therefore subject to change. Estimated expenses should be applied a second time for studying Dual Degree.

    • ⁴ Course instructors may assign additional textbooks, licensed software or other materials not included in our library as part of the requirements of their course. These are not included in student course fees and costs are an estimate.

    For a full breakdown of our fees, terms & conditions, and scholarships, please visit the following pages:

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    Communicate With Us Your Way

    Our international team of advisors is here to discuss your individual goals and answer all your questions. How you get in touch is up to you.

    Scholarship Deadline - Round 3

    January 31, 2025

    Priority is given to those who apply by the deadline. Our enrollment team will support and guide you through the entire process.

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