MS in Quantitative Finance/MBA
Blend business savvy with financial theory and quantitative expertise in these MBA dual degree programs.
Program details
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Commitment
Full-time, 30 months
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Entry Terms
Fall
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Visa Compliant
Yes
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STEM-designated
Yes
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Program options
Yes
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Locations
Boston
This program is ideal for
Professionals seeking advanced finance and leadership expertise
Career accelerators aiming to lead in data-driven financial environments
Aspiring executives combining strategic thinking with quantitative rigor
Application deadlines
*Final deadline for international applicants needing a new F-1 or J-1 visa
Gain business savvy, financial acumen, and mastery of quantitative methods
- Earn two powerful degrees concurrently, with the advantage of counting nine shared credits toward both your MBA and master's degree.
- Compliment your MBA with advanced, STEM-designated skills in quantitative analysis, algorithmic trading, and econometrics.
- Select two concentrations to customize your experience and achieve your goals.
- Build real-world experience and a robust network—while also earning a salary—through a high-impact corporate residency that sets our MBA apart.
- Chart your career path, explore employer opportunities, and refine your job search with dedicated support from our Graduate Career Center.
Program options
Add rigorous training in quantitative finance to your MBA experience
Technology is transforming financial services, and firms need future-ready leaders. Pairing the STEM-designated MS in Quantitative Finance with our experience-powered MBA equips you with core business skills and deep expertise in financial theory, quantitative methods, and applied econometrics—grounded in disciplines like mathematics and computer science. Customize your journey and equip yourself with tools like Python and advanced Excel for cutting-edge financial analysis.
Forge your own educational path by choosing two concentrations from our business-focused options or complete an interdisciplinary “MBA x” concentration in partnership with another college at Northeastern.
Select up to two concentrations:
Along with your required coursework in finance and business administration, you'll customize your studies by selecting electives relevant to your passion—from deeper dives into finance and technology to interdisciplinary options that round out your educational experience.
Spend three, six, or up to 12 months in a full-time, MBA-level position at a leading company or startup in your chosen field. Build the skills, confidence, and network to accelerate your career—and stand out to future employers. No other business school offers an internship with this level of depth and impact.
| 3-month residency | Accelerate your degree if you're experienced in your field and aren't changing careers. |
| 6-month residency | Get the full residency experience and forge deep connections in your chosen field. |
| Up to 12-month residency | Complete long-term initiatives with your host firm or complete two six-month residencies at different firms will build unique skill sets and networks. |
At D'Amore-McKim, we excel at blending classroom instruction and academic theory with experience-powered learning. This approach broadens your knowledge, fosters creativity, and equips you to navigate the evolving demands of today's business world. From the moment you begin your program to the day you graduate, you'll gain valuable experiences that enhance your perspective and boost your confidence:
- Learn from renowned faculty who are seasoned practitioners and thought leaders
- Study real-world cases that vividly illustrate course concepts
- Apply theories in the workplace for immediate, practical impact
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for Credit
360 Huntington Fund
Make real investment decisions. Join the student-led mutual fund and manage part of Northeastern's endowment. You'll pitch stocks, make real investments, and build high-impact finance skills.
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FOR Credit
AI Strategic Hub Research Practicum
Solve real problems with data and tech. Gain experience tackling client challenges through analytics and digital solutions while building a portfolio of impactful work.
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for Credit
IDEA Student-led Venture Accelerator
Launch a venture—or help one grow. Build your startup or mentor early-stage teams in strategy, finance, or marketing.
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for Credit
New Venture Development
Accelerate your startup journey. Partner with entrepreneurs and faculty mentors to refine your business idea, sharpen your strategy, and bring your venture closer to market.
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Non Credit
Bloomberg Business Lab
Get Bloomberg certified. Harness powerful financial tools to analyze real-time data, earn Bloomberg Market Concepts and ESG certifications, and compete in global team challenges.
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non Credit
Commodities Trading Club
Explore the world of physical commodities trading. Dive into energy, metals, and agriculture markets. Build industry-ready insights through simulations and expert-led workshops.
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Non Credit
Graduate Options Club
Explore the art of options trading. Deepen your understanding of financial markets through hands-on learning, industry insights, and a collaborative network of peers.
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Non Credit
Sustainable Finance Club
Explore how finance can drive positive change. Learn about ESG investing, sustainability trends, and responsible business practices through events, discussions, and competitions.
Corporate Residency: A paid, transformative experience
Our signature corporate residency program is the core of the D'Amore-McKim MBA experience. In this one-of-a-kind opportunity—which takes the idea of work experience to a whole new level—you'll have a paid work placement with a leading business or startup. As you become a valued, fully integrated member of the company, you'll take on critical projects, deliver work that makes a real impact, and build valuable connections that can accelerate your career.
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Class profile
Learn about our diverse, talented Full-Time MBA class, including students enrolled in this dual degree program. You'll find key demographics, average GPAs, academic and industry backgrounds, international connections, and more.
Faculty & learning
Our world-class faculty bring years of experience, innovative leadership, and global perspectives to their teaching and are dedicated to preparing you for success in a rapidly evolving business world. If you want to learn value creation, investment strategy, and market analysis—all while building the leadership skills needed for today's digital-first global economy—our faculty will prepare you to make an impact from day one.
Careers & support
The dedicated experts at the Graduate Career Center will help you achieve your professional goals and emerge as a responsible, forward-thinking business leader. Whether you want to advance your career in finance or move into the field, we'll support you in setting goals, preparing for the job search, exploring learning opportunities beyond the classroom, and invite you to events and programs to grow your network.
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Our faculty will prepare you to succeed in an ever-changing business world. As a result of our rigorous academics, experiential and interdisciplinary approach, and signature corporate residency program, you'll graduate prepared to thrive as a leader and ready to make a difference.
Alumni network
One of the most valuable benefits of earning your master's degree from D'Amore-McKim is the chance to become part of our elite alumni network—numbering more than 65,500 members spanning 154 countries who regularly connect through events, programs, services, chapters, volunteering, and more.
International students
Northeastern's Office of Global Services provides the expertise and support you need to maintain compliance through your immigration, academic journey, and employment experiences—including any Curricular Practical Training deemed necessary or integral to your academic program and Pre-Completion and Post-Completion Optional Practical Training work authorization.
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