MS in Investment Management
Today's investment management professionals need more sophisticated management practices and professional training. Graduates need advanced analytical skills and practical understanding beyond that offered in general business programs.
The MS in Investment Management program is designed to meet this need.
The program trains students in leading-edge theory and practice in the field of investment management. They gain expertise in the design, management, and marketing of investment products. See our curriculum for more information.
A Note from the Faculty Director
"Investment management is a great business. The stakes are high and the competition keen, and it's a lot of fun when you're successful! The MSIM Program was developed to really move your career ahead in investment management, and we're thrilled that many of our graduates have taken advantage of the opportunities offered by this degree."
-MSIM Faculty Director, Scott Stewart, CFA
Professor Scott Stewart joined Boston University in 2001 after a 16-year fund management career, including founding and leading a $45 billion global investment team at Fidelity Investments. His textbook, "Running Money: Professional Portfolio Management," is co-authored by MSIM Advisory Board members Christopher Piros and Jeffrey Heisler. A PhD graduate of Cornell University, he remains active in investing and conducts academic research on institutional investors, financial technology, and portfolio management. Scott teaches the two MSIM portfolio management courses.
CFA Program Partner®
Boston University’s MS in Investment Management Program is the first graduate program in the United States to be named a CFA Program Partner. As such, it provides the background necessary for preparing for the CFA® exams. See the CFA® section for more information.
World-Class Faculty and Cutting-Edge Research
The MS in Investment Management Program courses are taught by faculty who have extensive experience with real-life investments as well as teaching investments. This blend of real-world knowledge, the art of teaching, and cutting-edge research keep them current on market trends, new technologies, and best practices. Meet the MSIM faculty. (PDF)
MSIM Faculty Director Professor Scott Stewart recently co-authored an article published in the Financial Analysts Journal titled, "Absence of Value: An Analysis of Investment Allocation Decisions by Institutional Plan Sponsors."
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The MSIM degree opened up a whole new world of opportunities in investment management for me. Now I am meeting with senior management from pharma and biotech firms daily and talking with doctors and sell-side analysts. I use the information to review clinical trials, analyze diverse market data, and create company financial models. 
