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Your MS-FIN experience
Within America’s largest public university, the W. P. Carey School is committed to building a tight-knit community. Through small classes, team-based learning, and individualized attention every step of the way, your experience in the Master of Science in Finance is uniquely your own.
Life at W. P. Carey
On campus
Your learning unfolds in the state-of-the-art McCord Hall, which features innovative team rooms as well as student lounges where you can take a break.
McCord Hall is located near the Memorial Union at ASU, considered the living room of campus, with a wide range of dining options and student support offices.
Also close by is the Sun Devil Fitness Complex. The SDFC is much more than just a workout facility, offering programs and services to help you stay active both inside and outside of the complex.
Off campus
The ASU Tempe campus is close to all the action in metro Phoenix — culture, sports, shopping, and entertainment. With 300 days of sunshine a year, Phoenix is just a few hours from world-class skiing, the Grand Canyon, and more.
Orientation
Your W. P. Carey experience begins with program orientation prior to the start of your program. You'll meet your fellow students and teammates, as well as W. P. Carey faculty and staff, preparing you for a seamless start to graduate school.
Program operations
Focus on your studies while we focus on the student experience. Our dedicated team will help you with the resources you need to be successful in the classroom through academic advising, course enrollment, and navigating the policy and process of being a student. We also work closely with you and your peers to host events and opportunities to keep you connected and engaged throughout.
Career management
Advance your career with a W. P. Carey MS-FIN degree. Experienced career coaches in the W. P. Carey Career Services Center will help you build critical skills and your personal brand, as you connect with recruiters from top companies around the country.
Resources and coaching
When it comes to your career after graduation, the W. P. Carey Career Services Center will work with you every step of the way — beginning before you even take your first class.
- Consultations and guidance from dedicated career professionals
- Career coaching and curated resources to help you find your path
- On-campus recruiting and exclusive access to top recruiters
- State-of-the-art facilities for counseling and interviews
Workshops
Dig deep into specific professional development topics. Sample workshops include resume writing, case interview training, or using social media for personal branding.
Career fairs
Meet with employers that recruit university-wide and specifically with the W. P. Carey School of Business. Career fairs take place on the ASU campus in the fall and spring.
Online resources
Use powerful research tools to build your target company list and craft your career strategy. The W. P. Carey Career Services Center provides you with access to an entire library of on-demand content and resources to help take your career to the next level.
ASU Career Services
ASU's Career Services offers a variety of resources to help advance your career, including career development, career advising, Sun Devil Career Link, networking events, workshops, and more.
Alumni network
Create a network that will last a lifetime. With more than 130,000 W. P. Carey alumni around the world, there are endless opportunities to get connected and stay involved. Many MS-FIN graduates return to ASU as mentors, recruiters, and class speakers. Join us!
Diving deeper with a master's degree
Newfound skills and hands-on experience with technology have reshaped how Alex Holt (MS-FIN '25) approaches investment decisions.
Leveling up with a second degree
Attending graduate school was the perfect opportunity for Carson Roland (BS Finance ’23, MS-FIN ‘24) to gain deeper insights and prepare for his career.
Growing confidence and leadership skills
Will Tawney (MS-FIN ‘22) credits W. P. Carey for giving him the connections, education, and confidence to pursue the next step in his career as a grants manager.
Discovering passions and a career path
Maryam Alizada (MS-FIN ‘23) attributes her career trajectory as a financial analyst to supportive professors, collaborative classmates, and the in-depth curriculum at ASU.
Crucial knowledge for success in finance
Nivedita Rajarajan (MS-FIN ‘23) praises faculty for contextualizing concepts with real-world examples. “The financial expertise I acquired at ASU is an integral part of my daily responsibilities.”
Learning soft skills as a competitive edge
Beyond technical skills, Gideon Asamoah (MS-FIN ‘22) learned to stand out by "developing the right attitude towards challenging and ambiguous situations."
New connections and career expertise
Maggie Thurston (MS-FIN ‘22) recommends diving in and discovering what's possible at ASU. "Faculty and classmate connections mimic the professional world."
Moving the finance industry forward
The forward-looking nature of the program was valuable for Joy Wong (MS-FIN ‘21), who seeks to challenge and advance traditional finance concepts using technology.