Master of FINANCIAL ECONOMICS 100% Online Endorsed by the CFA Institute
Build CAREER EQUITY. Today s employers seek finance professionals who understand the links between the economy and financial markets; professionals who are adept at forecasting potential impacts of world events and timing investments for maximum return. We ve designed the online Master of Financial Economics (MFE) to help shape professionals through a robust learning experience that delves deep into asset valuation, capital market strategy, and investment analysis, selection, and timing. Most importantly, the OHIO MFE is endorsed by the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA ) Institute. That s why students who complete our MFE program perform well above the national average when it comes to passing the Chartered Financial Analyst exams. It s an important distinction when you re deciding what master s program is right for you. OU MFE students can not only earn a master s degree from a prestigious public university, but are also prepared to succeed on the CFA exams. The MFE program was ranked #14 by the Financial Times (2016). The program is AACSB accredited through the College of Business, one of the nation s top 50 business schools, according to Businessweek. The program plan was based on conversations with executives from Merrill Lynch, Investment Management & Research Inc., Franklin Advisors, and National City Corp.
CAREERS Our highly focused program provides both theoretical foundations and practical experience for students who want to pursue careers as financial analysts, equity analysts, financial managers, investment portfolio managers, and similar roles. POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS FOR MFE GRADUATES Banks (Trust Departments) Mutual Funds Money Management Firms Pension Funds Brokerage Firms Hedge Funds Insurance Companies Investment Banks Private Corporations INDUSTRY JOB TITLES & SALARY RANGES EQUITY ANALYST PayScale reports median salary of $69,518, with earnings ranging from $47,000 to $198,000. FINANCIAL ANALYST The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median pay of $78,620 (2014), with the highest 10% earning more than $154,680. The profession has an estimated 12% growth rate through 2024. FINANCIAL MANAGER The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports median pay of $115,320 (2014), with an estimated 7% growth rate through 2024. INVESTMENT STRATEGIST PayScale reports median pay of $92,432 (2016). PORTFOLIO MANAGER CNN/PayScale report median pay of $123,000, with top pay of $209,000. Portfolio Manager also ranks 12th on CNN/ PayScale s Best Jobs in America, with a 10-year growth rate of 27%. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Of course, the pinnacle of achievement for a financial professional is reaching Chief Financial Officer status. PayScale reports median CFO pay of $121,942 (2016), with earnings ranging from $67,000 to $252,000. CFOs are also likely to receive significant bonuses and profit sharing in addition to base pay. In fact, Salary.com rates median CFO salaries for 2016 at $304,596.
CURRICULUM The MFE is offered by the Economics Department in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at Ohio University in collaboration with the College of Business (COB). Coursework can be completed in as few as two years and includes: Economics Finance Accounting Research Project More than 70% of the curriculum is based on the Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK ) developed by the CFA Institute. The MFE program places emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standard Practices, with a focus on the concepts and skills covered by the Chartered Financial Analyst examination. 20 semester credits distributed among five courses at 4 credit 20 semester credits distributed among five courses at 4 credit 8 semester credits distributed among two courses at 4 credit 2 semester credits for one course FOUNDATION COURSES Providing the foundation for future coursework, with an emphasis on understanding the dynamic relationship between the economy and financial markets. MFE 6000 MFE 6010 MFE 6100 MFE 6110 CORE COURSES Quantitative Analysis for Financial Markets Macroeconomics and Business Fluctuations Managerial Accounting Financial Statement Analysis Cementing knowledge gained by applying complex financial concepts and theories to business, trade, and investment scenarios. MFE 6050 MFE 6200 MFE 6230 MFE 6390 MFE 6400 MFE 6500 Managerial Economics Corporate Finance Portfolio Theory Statistics & Econometrics: Theory and Applications International Trade and Financial Economics Fixed Income Analysis ADVANCED COURSES Presenting the pinnacle of MFE study, including a research topic of your choice related to financial economics under the supervision of a faculty member of the Department of Economics/Finance. MFE 6220 MFE 6440 MFE 6940 Quantitative Analysis in Equity Markets Financial Derivatives Financial Economics Report
A LEADER IN HIGHER EDUCATION The online OHIO Master of Financial Economics provides graduates with a strong return on their investment, along with an accessible, engaging student experience developed to transform aspirations into achievements. ABOUT OHIO UNIVERSITY Founded in 1804, Ohio University is the ninth oldest public university in the United States. Located in Athens, Ohio, the school serves more than 35,000 students on the 1,850-acre campus and online. This esteemed institution is ranked by numerous publications, such as The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, and Businessweek, as one of the best education forces and academic values in the country. Ohio University offers a variety of programs across 10 different colleges, including 250 bachelor s programs, 188 master s programs, and 58 doctoral programs. Ohio University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. ACCREDITATION The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). This esteemed designation is held by less than one-third of U.S. business schools and only 5% of business programs worldwide. AACSB International is the world's most widely recognized endorsement in business education. (www.aacsb.edu) Ohio University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Invest in a degree that can add value to your life for years to come. Call 888-239-5402 to speak with an Enrollment Advisor today. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action institution. For more information about Ohio University's policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, visit www.ohio.edu/equity or call 740.593.9132. 1704