Professor
Graduate Program Chair
Financial Operations and Technology, MS
With our STEM-designated masterÂ鶹´«Ã½™s degree, grow your interdisciplinary skill set and master the fundamentals of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, distributed ledger processing, data mining, machine learning, and other similar technologies and their finance applications.
Location
New York City
Duration
30Â鶹´«Ã½“46 Credits
1.5Â鶹´«Ã½“2 Years, full-time and part-time
Modality
In-Person
Start Date
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Solve the Financial Problems of Tomorrow
PaceÂ鶹´«Ã½™s MS in Financial Operations and Technology from the Lubin School of Business is targeted toward students who have an interest in technology and a desire to enter the world of operational finance, as well as students with an undergraduate or graduate background in general business who wish to learn more about technology to bring their business skills to bear on the implementation of IT-based solutions to finance problems.
YouÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll learn the skills ideal for jobs related to the development and marketing of financial products and solutions that have a strong technological component, such as securities trading, portfolio management, banking, payment services, credit services, and insurance. And youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll do so at our strategic location in New York CityÂ鶹´«Ã½™s financial district, gaining an insiderÂ鶹´«Ã½™s view of the financial world from its very center.
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IT manager is ranked fourth in the list of 100 Best Jobs in America (Source: U.S. News & World Report, 2024)
$106,090
median annual wage for financial risk specialists (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
96%
of Lubin 2023 masterÂ鶹´«Ã½™s graduates are employed, or continuing education or service (Source: Â鶹´«Ã½ Â鶹´«Ã½ Services)
Curriculum
The programÂ鶹´«Ã½™s curriculum is thoughtfully designed for you to learn the basics of finance, investment management and corporate financial management, financial products, and the operation of financial markets. Through engaging coursework, students acquire skills that are key in understanding how new financial products are integrated into organizationsÂ鶹´«Ã½“the marketing of these new IT-based products, the management of technology, and the impact of these new products in the valuation of firms.
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A Focus on Practical Experience
Our MS in Financial Operations and Technology program culminates in a case-based capstone course that examines how financial products have been and can be used in different organizations. Students interested in working for firms that sell IT-based products that address finance needs, firms that use these products, or those with career interests in the financial technologies sector (e.g., security analyst positions) stand much to gain from all this program has to offer.
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With this masterÂ鶹´«Ã½™s degree, youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll be equipped with high-level skills employers are seeking in the financial technology sector; opening doors to a wide variety of roles in FinTech with high earning potential. As a Pace student, youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
Salary stats below sourced from Glassdoor, Salary.com
- Financial Systems Manager (Average Salary: $120,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$160,000)
- Financial Software Engineer (Average Salary: $80,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$120,000)
- FinTech Product Manager (Average Salary: $80,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$104,000)
- Banking Operations Manager (Average Salary: $60,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$91,000)
- Compliance Officer (Average Salary: $78,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$117,000)
- Business Development Manager (Average Salary: $78,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$117,000)
- Credit Risk Manager (Average salary: $65,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$150,000)
- Financial Analyst (Average salary: $65,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$142,000)
- User experience (UX) designer (Average salary: $103,000Â鶹´«Ã½“$126,000)
International Â鶹´«Ã½ Success Program
The is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, we have an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Goldman Sachs
- JP Morgan
- Accenture
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- Bank of New York Mellon
- Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.
- Grant Thornton
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- Morgan Stanley
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Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of successÂ鶹´«Ã½”whether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case by case basis.
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Â鶹´«Ã½, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
- If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for all of your undergraduate work, and you hold a bachelorÂ鶹´«Ã½™s degree from an accredited institution, you will be considered for admission to any MBA or MS program without submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
- If you are an MBA applicant who already holds a business-related master's or doctoral degree, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.
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Per credit: $1,510 | Total cost of program: $45,300Â鶹´«Ã½“$69,460
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Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,380, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and PaceÂ鶹´«Ã½™s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Â鶹´«Ã½ Financial Aid.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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Did You Know?
Lubin has been awarded dual accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, an elite distinction shared by fewer than 2% of business schools in the world.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate AdmissionÂ鶹´«Ã½¯
Phone: (800) 874-7223Â鶹´«Ã½¯
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
P.V. Viswanath, PhD
Email: pviswanath@pace.edu