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Master of Financial Management

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Advance Your Career

The Master of Financial Management (MFM) is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in finance, providing them with advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in the finance industry. The Master of Financial Management offers four tracks: General Finance, Commercial Banking, Professional Program in Accounting, and Trading, Risk and Investments Program. Application is to a specific track. Switching tracks after admission is not permitted.

Curriculum

Admissions

The MFM General Finance Program is a traditional post-graduation full-time in-person masters program requiring 36 hours of directed coursework. The MFM General Track is open to all majors at Texas A&M University, as well as those from other universities. Admission is offered in Summer and Fall terms. Spring admissions are rare.
 
Students starting in Fall will complete the program in 18 months, with the summer semester available for an internship or other pursuit. Fall start is open to all majors at any U.S. or international university or college.  
 
Starting the program in Summer allows for completion of the program in as few as 12 months. Summer applicants should have relevant internship experience and/or a clear career goal. Summer admission is open to students completing a bachelors degree at a U.S. university or college.  Mays Finance majors and international applicants must apply for Fall.
 
Applicants to the MFM General Finance Program should have a minimum overall grade point average of 3.0, minimum major GPA of 3.0, less than one-year professional work experience (none required), and a completed undergraduate degree before the program begins. No GRE or GMAT is required.
 
The Commercial Banking Program, Trading, Risk and Investments Program, and Professional Program in Accounting each have unique admission criteria and application terms. Program pages are linked below.

Requirements

Below is a list of requirements for application consideration for the MFM General Finance Track:

  • Completed online application and non-refundable application fee
  • Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
    • Unofficial copies can be uploaded at time of application.
  • Resume
  • Essay responses (prompts in online application)
  • TOEFL or IELTS (International applicants only – unofficial, self-reported, within two years of application date)
    • TOEFL iBT ≥ 5.0 with ≥ 4.0 on each section
    • TOEFL Essentials ≥ 10
    • IELTS score ≥ 7
  • Interview, by invitation

Important Dates

  • Fall 2027 application for admission
    • Round 1 and International Student Deadline: Jan. 15, 2027
    • Round 2: March 1, 2027
    • Final Deadline: April 15, 2027
  • Summer 2027 application for admission
    • Round 1 Deadline: Feb. 15, 2027
    • Final Deadline: March 30, 2027
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Tuition and Financial Aid

Earning an master’s degree is truly an investment in yourself and your career. Use our tuition calculator to estimate your cost or contact our program team. Financial aid can include federal, state, institutional, and private sources that assist eligible students in funding their education. We encourage you to review information available from the Texas A&M University Office of Financial Aid for additional information.

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Careers

Mays offers world-class career management services with a proven track record of helping MS students find jobs soon after graduation.

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Programs

The Master of Financial Management (MFM) is open to students who have been admitted to a high-impact learning program at Mays Business School. Learn about admissions to these programs through their pages.

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The Adam C. Sinn ’00 Department of Finance

As one of the country’s top finance departments, our goal is to provide students with the theoretical and empirical tools necessary to achieve high levels of expertise in all areas of finance. Our graduates are well prepared to work in both private and public sectors. Get prepared for the exciting world of Finance. From Wall Street to Main Street, our programs and strong corporate relationships will provide you with knowledge, skills, and experience for a successful career. Join one of our many programs and become an exceptional candidate, highly sought after by a wide range of firms nationwide.

Adam C. Sinn ’00 Department of Finance