Flex MS in Finance

Accelerate your next move with the Flex Master's of Finance – Starting January 2027

The Flex Master’s of Finance (Flex MSF) is designed for professionals who want to accelerate their careers—without stepping away from them.

The Flex MSF offers a modern approach to education by allowing you to take classes online or on campus. Each semester, you choose the format that works best for you. Both options feature live, scheduled class sessions paired with independent coursework, and both are taught by the same faculty who lead our full-time specialized master's programs.

Location
Anywhere
Duration
6 semesters
Format
Various
Start
Spring 2027

Built for the Way You Work and Where You’re Going

Flexibility without Trade-offs

Balance work, life, and learning with a program designed around your schedule.

Customization that Matters

Specialize your skillset for today’s evolving finance careers.

Immediate ROI

Earn credentials and apply skills in real time.

Connection that Lasts

Join a collaborative, close-knit Olin community.

Program Overview

Through a streamlined core and a wide range of electives, you’ll build a strong financial foundation and then tailor your learning to match your career goals, whether that means deepening technical skills, expanding into data-driven finance, or positioning yourself for leadership opportunities.

Core + Elective Model
- Build a strong foundation through 9 credits of core finance coursework completed early in the program
- Customize your path with 21 credits of electives aligned to your career goals
- Gain immediate, applicable skills you can use in your role from day one
- Earn stackable credentials that signal progress and accelerate career advancement
Stackable Certificates
What sets the Flex MSF apart is its focus on immediate impact. Stackable credentials throughout the program allow you to gain marketable skills, demonstrate progress, and apply what you learn in real time—long before completing the full degree.
- 9 Credits → Graduate Certificate
- 19.5 Credits → Advanced Certificate
- 30 Credits → Master’s Degree

The Future of Finance

24 million

1 in 10 jobs are in finance-related fields

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

819,000+

finance & accounting jobs posted in 2025

Robert Half

6%

faster than average growth in financial analyst roles

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Join our January 2027 cohort

Applications are now open!

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We worked closely with regional industry leaders to build programs that meet today's employer needs. Whether you are launching your career or upskilling for your next promotion or pivot, these programs deliver the practical, targeted expertise required to make an immediate impact on day one.
—Todd Gormley, Professor of Finance and Vice Dean of Education

Graduate Outcomes

Olin graduates are known for translating knowledge into impact, bringing immediate value to their teams and organizations. Through access to career resources, faculty mentorship, and a powerful alumni network, you’ll be positioned to grow into roles across corporate finance, investment analysis, consulting, fintech, and beyond.

Where our MSF Alumni Work
Here are some of the companies that actively recruit our alumni.
- JPMorgan Chase
- Deloitte
- BlackRock
- Goldman Sachs
- Wells Fargo
- Edward Jones
- Bytedance
- Bain Capital
- Citic
Common MSF Roles
A selection of job titles held by our MSF alumni:
- Financial Analyst
- Senior Analyst
- Investments Analyst
- Risk Analyst
- Senior Associate
- Client Specialist
- Senior Consultant
- Vice President

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Graduate Admissions

Olin Business School - Knight Hall
One Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130-4899

Office Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A finance degree designed around you