Masters
Part-Time or Full-Time
Fall, Spring
On-Campus
About the MBA/MS in Finance at Loyola
In today's dynamic and constantly shifting landscape of business and finance, professionals who can bring expertise in data-driven business strategy together with a proven depth of knowledge in principles of finance are able to excel at a higher level. The dual MBA/MS in Finance (MBA/MSF) program at Loyola's Quinlan School of Business is designed to empower you with MBA-level business acumen along with practical knowledge and analytical skills needed in contemporary finance.
By completing this dual-degree program, you will enhance your resume, set yourself apart in the eyes of top employers, and earn your MBA and MS in Finance in less time than it would take to earn the two degrees separately. The program is offered on a 10-week quarter system, and a maximum gap of one quarter is allowed between the completion of one program and the start of the other.
Learn More About Each Individual Degree
Masters | Part-Time or Full-Time | On-Campus | Fall, Spring
This program prepares you to be a data- and insights-driven business leader with the ability to think critically and communicate effectively, supported by a strong set of values to drive your business decisions and career. Designed for early-career professionals looking to advance in their careers, it builds on the academic rigor Quinlan is known for. What you'll learn prepares you not only for your next promotion, but for a lifetime of career success.
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This program provides you with the necessary foundation in financial principles, analytical skills, and agile thinking it takes to thrive in today's constantly shifting global financial landscape. The degree is built upon a graduate learning experience that links historical and contemporary theory with professional practice and vital industry connections.
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MBA/MSF dual degree graduates are well positioned to launch or advance their careers in banking, brokerage and insurance firms, investments and trading, consulting, rating agencies and manufacturing and service firms, among many options.
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can receive career services at Quinlan's Business Career Services, as well as at career centers at U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for specific careers and fields that interest you.
Curriculum and Program Outcomes
While courses for the Business/Finance MBA/MS program may vary from quarter to quarter, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.
Additionally, this resource will provide Business/Finance MBA/MS learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
2023-2024 Catalog
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Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your graduate and professional studies a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.
If you are a current Loyola undergraduate or recent alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.
Tuition and Costs
The Business/Finance MBA/MS is a dual degree program that awards separate degrees for each program completed. Therefore, cost will equal the summation of each individual degree program's tuition times the number of credit hours taken in that program. Some dual degrees may have shared credits that adjust the total cost of the program. Please view the following pages for more information on each individual program's tuition, and contact the Office of the Bursar with any questions.
MBA: Next GenerationFinance MSFor more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Quinlan School of Business Scholarships
Dean’s Merit Scholarship
The Quinlan School of Business automatically considers each student admitted into Quinlan’s Next Generation MBA and MS programs for a Dean's Merit Scholarship. Eligibility is determined through a holistic review at the time of admission.
Graduate Business Student Scholarship
The Graduate Programs Office at Loyola University Chicago awards scholarships to Quinlan graduate students who demonstrate proven academic success and financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Please visit the Scholarships page on the Quinlan School of Business website for more detailed information about scholarships.
Application Process
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Business/Finance MBA/MS are listed below. We encourage you to apply early as decisions may take longer during busy periods.
Fall: July 15
Spring: January 15
Summer: April 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Business/Finance MBA/MS include:
Resume/CV
International Student Requirements
Additional information regarding the application process for international students can be found on the International Student Requirements page.
Additional Details
For general information and a step-by-step guide to applying for graduate and professional study, please visit our Admission Process page.
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