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Mission Statement<\/h2>\n

The MS in Financial Analytics (MSFA) degree provides students with a broad understanding of the functional areas of finance and the analytical techniques used in the finance industry. Successful graduates will attain the quantitative and qualitative skills necessary for a successful career in the finance industry.<\/p>\n

Learning Outcomes<\/h2>\n

By completion of the MSFA degree, students will be able to:<\/p>\n

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  1. Preparedness for industry certifications and licensures – CFA, CFP, CIMA, SIE, Series 6, Series 7, etc.<\/li>\n
  2. Application of advanced financial modeling techniques and software: e.g., SAS, R, Python<\/li>\n
  3. Incorporation of AI and ESG into financial decision-making<\/li>\n
  4. Effective communication of financial information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Career Fields for Graduates:<\/h2>\n
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    • Corporate finance<\/li>\n
    • Budgeting and forecasting<\/li>\n
    • Asset\/portfolio management<\/li>\n
    • Wealth management<\/li>\n
    • Banking and insurance<\/li>\n
    • Business\/financial analytics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Career Opportunities for Graduates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      8.2% projected job growth (2024\u201329)<\/h3>\n

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      38,094 job postings in CA (2025)<\/h3>\n

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      $103,200 potential median earnings<\/h3>\n

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