New technologies have completely reshaped the field of finance by increasing access to information, transaction speeds and data analysis capabilities. For those who master these skills, career opportunities have never been greater.
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA:
| GPA | 3.0 |
| IELTSTM | 6.5 (no sub score lower than 6.0) |
| GRE/GMAT | GRE/GMAT |
| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS | Math: Calculus I and Linear AlgebraOther: Resume/CV; two letters of recommendation; personal statement; official transcripts; supplemental application form*Equivalent coursework to FIN 500, ACTG 500, IDS 520 and ECON 520. Deficiencies can be addressed by taking these courses at UIC thus increasing time to complete degree. |
| QUALIFYING UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES | Degree in any discipline is specified for this degree. Degree that is awarded by an institution that is accredited for an academic degree and is equivalent to a US bachelor’s according to nationally accepted industry standards published by AACRAOEdge, ECE or Evaluation Services Inc. equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree from an accredited institution as determined by UIC Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions. |
| AVAILABLE ENTRY | Fall |
SAMPLE COURSEWORK:
- Introduction to Corporate Finance (4 credits)
- Introduction to Financial Accounting (4 credits)
- Statistics for Management (4 credits)
- Investments (4 credits)
Total credit hours required for degree: 32