Columbia University’s Columbia Business School: MS in Accounting & Fundamental Analysis

About the Program

The Masters of Science in Accounting and Fundamental Analysis is a three semester STEM designated master’s degree program offered by the Accounting Division of Columbia Business School. The program provides students the opportunity to obtain a rigorous, graduate level training in Accounting, Fundamental Analysis, Statistics, Finance, and Economics. Students take a carefully constructed curriculum of Doctoral and MBA courses offered at Columbia Business School. The program has some overlap with our PhD program, but is intended for students who prefer a shorter and more industry-oriented experience than the School’s Doctoral Program.

The goal of the program is to provide students with the quantitative and theoretical tools for a successful career in Investment advisory, equity and credit analysis, and consulting.

Program Format and Schedule

Students will enroll in the program in the fall (September). Students will complete a minimum of 10 full courses (30 credits) along with a MS thesis (3 credits) in which they will conduct an original research project. They will take two semesters of coursework over fall and spring. In the summer semester, students will take reduced coursework and complete their thesis requirements. Students are expected to submit their thesis by the end of the summer so that they can meet the requirements for October graduation. Some students who wish to complete industry internships over the summer will be allowed to complete their coursework and thesis later in the fall semester so as to graduate at the end of the fall term.