Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business
Earn your STEM-designated degree at a university that celebrates innovation and global perspectives and empowers you with actionable experience.
STEM DESIGNATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
For F-1 international students, STEM designation by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) offers an additional benefit. When you complete your program, you may become eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which, if granted, allows you to work in the United States for up to 12 months. By graduating with a STEM-designated degree, you may be eligible to apply for a 24-month extension of OPT—for a total of 36 months of temporary employment authorization in the U.S.
LEARNING BY DOING IS OUR ETHOS
We’re the leader in blending real-world opportunities with classroom education. Depending on your program and campus, you may have the chance to engage in experiential opportunities such as:
• Graduate co-op—Apply your knowledge to a strategic project at a host firm, usually full-time for three months in the summer.
• Corporate residency—Immerse yourself full-time in an MBA-level role at a successful firm or startup for three, six, or up to twelve months.
• Community Impact Initiative—As part of a team, apply your knowledge to a project at a nonprofit organization, part-time over the summer.
• 360 Huntington Fund—Join a mutual fund where you’ll research, recommend, and choose the stocks that make up the fund.
• Business Analytics Capstone Project— Apply your analytics skills to solve an actual business challenge.
MS IN MANAGEMENT WITH MAJOR IN FINTECH MANAGEMENT
Miami campus, 12 months for full-time study
• Become a leader at the intersection of finance and technology
• Master essential skills and finance applications in data analytics, machine learning, and blockchain
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in artificial intelligence
• Build experience in predictive modeling and decision-making
MS IN QUANTITATIVE FINANCE
Boston or Oakland campus, 12 or 16 months for full-time study
• Master skills in optimizing portfolios, managing risk, and leveraging quantitative tools
• Develop deep financial expertise alongside skills in computer science, mathematics, and econometrics
• Build knowledge aligned with the Chartered Financial Analytics exams
• Use powerful tools like Python, advanced Excel, and statistical software to conduct financial analysis
• Complete an optional graduate co-op or Community Impact Initiative
MS IN QUANTITATIVE FINANCE/MBA
Boston campus, 2.25 years for full-time study
Earn an MBA and an MS in Quantitative Finance at the same time and count nine credits toward both degrees
• Gain the skills to become a responsible business leader, capable of navigating and innovating in a digital environment
• Complete a concentration in Analytics and choose a second market-aligned concentration
• Experience a paid corporate residency for three, six, or up to 12 months
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MS IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS
Boston or Oakland campus, 12 or 16 months for full-time study
• Learn to leverage data for strategic decision-making
• Delve into data mining, statistical and quantitative analysis, multivariate testing, and predictive modeling
• Gain exposure to essential tools like Python, R, SPSS, SQL, and Tableau
• Complete a Business Analytics capstone project
• Experience an optional graduate co-op or Community Impact Initiative
UNPARALLELED CAREER SUPPORT
Our Graduate Career Center will be a trusted resource for you as you plan your career—from online tools to one-on-one coaching. Guided by your dedicated advisor, you’ll explore potential career paths and access our powerful Global Talent System for career-building resources and exciting job opportunities. You’ll also connect with potential employers through industry panels, networking events, and career fairs.
I was offered a full-time position as a financial analyst after completing my graduate co-op, and I know the knowledge and practical experience I gained during this program will help me succeed in my new role.”
Daewon, MS in Business Analytics’22 Seoul, South Korea
My graduate co-op allowed me to work within a startup while also learning to consult with larger private equity firms. I know the practical knowledge I gained through this hands-on experience will make me stronger in future consulting roles.”
The classes are well-balanced, combining technical skills with business acumen, which will help me learn to navigate business challenges and apply technical tools effectively without becoming overly specialized.
My involvement with the 360 Huntington Fund provided me the opportunity to grow my knowledge of financial modeling, portfolio decision-making, and conducting research, all of which were vital to my work post-graduation.”
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