Financial Management and Markets

With its distinct focus on corporate finance, the W. P. Carey MBA with a specialization in Financial Management and Markets offers unique perspectives on investment decisions, the management of business and financial risk, and resource allocation for the most positive impact on shareholder value.

Required Courses and Electives

The following courses are required for completion of the Financial Management and Markets specialization:

• Valuation Techniques
• Investment Strategies
• Advanced Financial Management
• Fundamental Analysis
• Derivative Securities
• Real Options
• Fixed Income
• International Financial Management

Additionally, the following supporting electives are available to strengthen your focus:

• Portfolio Engineering
• Investment Practicum
• Entrepreneurial Finance

Career Paths

The Financial Management and Markets specialization is for students planning to pursue such positions as:

• Business and Financial Analyst
• Account Executive
• Consultant
• Treasury Analyst
• Finance Manager
• Credit/Industry Analyst
• General Management
• Real Estate Analyst
• Securities Analyst
• Leadership Development and Rotational Programs

Notable Employers

In recent years, the following organizations have hired W. P. Carey MBA graduates with a specialization in Financial Management and Markets:

• American Express
• Bank of America
• Citigroup
• CVS Caremark
• Intel
• PetSmart

Employment

In 2011, 90% of W. P. Carey Full-time MBAs were employed within three months of graduation, and overall compensation levels were up from the previous year.

View the complete employment and salary profile for the W. P. Carey MBA class of 2011.

Associations and Organizations

MBA Finance Association
Financial Management Association

Find out about other ways to get involved at the W. P. Carey School of Business.