Become a Trusted Financial Advisor
MS in Corporate Finance and Investments Career Prospects
Combine your unique background, professional experience, personal strengths and finance knowledge to pave the way to a rewarding career.
As you gain in-depth training in investment research and corporate finance, you also have access to coaching and resources to aid you on your career journey. WashU’s Center for Career Engagement is dedicated to helping all students find meaningful, successful professional careers. The center provides coaching, skills training, career planning and access to a global community of business leaders, recruiters, influencer networks and WashU alumni.
An Olin MS in Corporate Finance Pays Off
$53,000
median base salary
67%
employment rate
$3,500
median monthly internship salary
for specialized master’s students
52%
employed in North America
for specialized master’s students seeking employment
Personalized Professional Development
At WashU, you find career guidance tailored to your needs and interests.
Career Search
We help you break down your career search process into small, manageable tasks so you’re able to seize an opportunity when a potential internship or job presents itself.
Coaching Teams
Work one-on-one with a Certified Career Management Coach while at WashU Olin and after graduation. Gain confidence so throughout your job search you can network, interview and evaluate offers and pursue the best opportunities for your skill set and ambitions.
Customized Curriculum
Partner with your academic advisor and career coach to optimize your studies and get the most out of your WashU education. Use self-assessment tools to get a clear sense of what you want to do next, where you want your career to take you and how you can best meet your professional goals.
Charting Your Path
Career coaches guide you on a path to professional success. Better understand your goals, tell your story, narrow your search and secure a position.
Learn more about career servicesCareer-Oriented Clubs
Find likeminded students and share valuable information by joining finance clubs. Beta Alpha Psi, open to students and professionals in the finance area, is a nationally recognized honor organization that’s historically run by finance students.
Learn more about student clubsMGT 537: Financial Industry Platform
This unique course, offered exclusively to finance students, brings a diverse group of speakers to share their professional experiences within the finance industry across the global markets in the United States and China.
Financial firms consistently share that their ideal candidate should exhibit strong math and analytical abilities while also demonstrating excellent communication, interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
Karissa Rusu, Career Coach
Life after Olin
WashU Olin’s name is known by companies the world over for our commitment to Values Based, Data Driven™ leadership. However you chart your professional path, you’ll be in exceptional company. And remember, as an Olin alum, you receive lifelong career coaching and support.
More Employment Outcomes
See how our graduates put their skills to work by job function.
Function | % of Graduates |
---|---|
Finance | 57% |
Consulting | 22% |
Accounting | 9% |
Business/Data Analytics | 9% |
General Management | 4% |
Marketing/Sales | 4% |
Employers That Hire
Edward Jones, Oracle Corp, Golden Arc Capital, Goldman Sachs, WashU Investment Management, Weifang Silicon Valley Venture Inc., Bank of China, EY China
Job Titles
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Equity Research Associate
Desired Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Data Interpretation
- Analytical/Mathematical Ability
- Financial Statement Expertise
- Problem-Solving
At Olin, the career center is dedicated to helping students identify and secure their desired positions. I benefited from the support of career coaches, who provided invaluable assistance in refining my resume and cover letter. The Big Interview tool has been a tremendous help in preparing for interviews, as it allows me to practice answering behavioral interview questions.
Siyu Wang, MSF 2023
Read Siyu’s story
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Olin Business School - Knight Hall
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St. Louis, MO 63130-4899
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