MBA — Finance
Degree: MBA
Location(s): Rhode Island
Start Date: Fall & Spring
Length: 1.5-3 years
Cost: $842 per credit*
Credits: 36-42
Propel Your Career in Finance
Position yourself for success in the evolving corporate environment.
From Wall Street to Main Street, businesses of all sizes need well-educated executive employees who are versed in the global range of financial products to make the best investment decisions.
Expand your expertise in financial strategy and analysis through JWU’s MBA with a Finance concentration. You’ll gain the business, financial, leadership and creative thinking skills needed to advance your career in a number of enterprises.
Our program, designed for business professionals and created and updated in collaboration with industry-leading companies, combines a core MBA business curriculum with specific financial topics that include personal financial planning, investment and portfolio management, estate planning and more.
The MBA is also offered as a combined BSBA/MBA accelerated master’s degree.
Curriculum
In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options, such as internships, minors or study abroad (contact your advisor before scheduling free elective credits).
Credits Foundation Courses | ||
| BUSN5000 | Business Fundamentals | 3 |
| BUSN5010 | Quantitative Methods in Business | 3 |
| Core Courses | ||
| ACCT5600 | Accounting for Strategic Decision-Making | 3 |
| BUSN5600 | Business Analytics | 3 |
| FISV5600 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGMT5575 | Operations Management | 3 |
| MGMT5800 | Effective Leadership | 3 |
| MRKT5500 | Strategic Marketing | 3 |
| RSCH5800 | Evidence-Based Research in Management | 3 |
| Finance Courses | ||
| FISV6050 | Strategic Financial Planning | 3 |
| Choose three of the following: | 9 | |
| Personal Financial Planning | ||
| Estate Planning | ||
| Principles of Risk and Insurance | ||
| Retirement Planning | ||
| Fundamentals of Investment and Portfolio Management | ||
| Applied Behavioral Finance | ||
| Institutional Portfolio Management | ||
| Career Capstone Course | ||
| MGMT6800 | Business Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| Total Credits | 42.0 | |
Admissions & Tuition
The average cost per credit is $842*
*The estimated cost per credit rate is effective for the 2026–27 academic year and is subject to change annually. The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the estimated total amount it will cost a student to attend JWU each year. For more information, contact Student Financial Services.
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I owe a personal thanks to a true servant leader, Tim Howes, who extended his experience and support beyond lectures in an academic setting. I encourage anyone in this program or those contemplating enrollment to connect with Tim, as he’s committed to your personal and professional development.”
Career Options
After graduation, you’ll be prepared for careers such as:
- Chief financial officer
- Financial analyst
- Finance manager
- Investment fund manager
- Financial advisor/planner
- Corporate treasurer
- Loan officer
Why Choose JWU for Your MBA in Finance?
- The curriculum is tied to the needs of finance industry designations, while finance electives are tied to industry needs.
- Faculty provide personalized attention and are committed to your growth.
- You can get involved with the Wildcat Investment & Finance Initiative, a hands-on experience in financial literacy, investment strategies and portfolio management.
- You will be able to pursue finance industry designations such as the CFA and the CMA.
- JWU alumni may be eligible for a 25% tuition discount through the Wildcat Alumni Scholarship.
Faculty Contact
Tim Howes, M.S.
Associate Professor & MBA Programs Director
College of Hospitality & Business
401-598-1404
timothy.howes@jwu.edu