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Investment Management (MBA)

Widener's investment management MBA degree and certificate programs prepare you for a powerful career in the investment management and financial services industries.

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Offered as

Master of Business Administration

Certificate

Format

MBA: Hybrid (Online & On Campus)

Certificate: 100% Online 

Credits

MBA: 33

Certificate: 12 

Avg. Time to Completion

MBA: As little as 1 year

Certificate: 1 year

College/School
Campus Location
  • Chester, PA

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Explore the Investment Management MBA & Certificate

Through Widener's MBA in investment management program, you’ll develop the expertise you need to thrive in the investment management and financial services industries. Along the way, you'll build a network of faculty mentors, industry insiders, and supportive peers that will follow you long after graduation.

You’ll uncover the inner workings of investment management from an institutional perspective (portfolio management and fund operations) and the client’s (behavioral finance and retirement planning), preparing you to sit for a range of credentialing exams and, eventually, launch or advance your career.

Not ready to pursue a master's degree? Kickstart your professional growth with our investment management certificate. Each course counts toward the MBA program, saving you time and money when you're ready to take the next step.

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Widener's School of Business Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

 

Investment Management MBA Program Information

The MBA in investment management is part of Widener's broader specialized MBA program, which offers concentrations in several industry sectors. This means you'll develop a powerful portfolio of leadership and business skills, plus the skills necessary to excel in careers relating to finance and investment management.

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Complete the 12-credit certificate and develop expertise in the investment management business from both the institutional perspective—portfolio management and fund operations—and client perspective—behavioral finance and retirement planning.

All credits from the certificate roll into Widener's MBA in investment management. You may transition to the MBA program without submitting a GMAT score if you earn a certificate GPA of 3.3 or higher. 

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Career Outlook & Outcomes for Investment Managers

Potential Careers

  • Investment banker
  • Chief financial officer
  • Financial consultant
  • Controller
  • Budget analyst

Recent Employers

  • J.P. Morgan Chase
  • BNY Mellon
  • PwC
  • Vanguard

Industry Growth

Employment of financial managers is expected to grow by 17% by 2031, much faster than the national average for all occupations. 

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Why Study Investment Management at Widener?

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Prepare for Licensure and Professional Life

The investment management curriculum covers a large portion of the body of knowledge in credentialing and licensure exams, such as the Securities Industry Essential exam (SIE), FINRA Series 65, and the CFA level I exams.

You'll also become familiar with the industry applications for equity research, financial data analysis, and portfolio management that the pros use. Applications such as Bloomberg Professional Services, Standard and Poor’s Capital IQ, StockTrak, SAS, and SAP suites of analytic products are integrated into the curriculum.

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Build a Network of Industry Insiders

Your education will stretch beyond the classroom as you build relationships with accomplished guest speakers, driven classmates, engaged alumni, and CFA- and CFP-certified faculty who infuse their teaching with the latest trends, technology, and thinking. As you get to know these industry insiders, you'll form connections that will be invaluable as you advance your career.

Admissions & Aid

Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!

Admissions Information

Applying online is easy—and it's secure. 

What you'll need to apply:

Note: GMAT or GRE scores are not required for admission to graduate business programs. However, applicants who have completed the GMAT or GRE may opt to submit their test scores to strengthen their admissions applications or scholarship applications.

Personal Statement

Please explain why you wish to do graduate work in the field you have selected with particular emphasis on your proposed area of specialization. Please limit this essay to no more than one typewritten page.

Our business programs use a rolling admissions format, which means you can apply when it's convenient for you. We recommend you complete your application at least one month prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin. You may begin your MBA in the fall or spring semester.

Widener transfer applicants follow the same application process as general applicants. After you apply, our admissions team will work with you to determine whether completed undergraduate and graduate coursework will count towards foundation/core courses that can be waived or substituted.

Widener University serves as a "second home" for students from around the world. We are located just outside of Philadelphia and close to New York City and Washington, D.C.—offering many unique professional and personal opportunities to explore.

Want to know what it's like to be an international student on campus or need assistance navigating English proficiency requirements? We're here to help, and our international admissions director will support you through the application process. This support doesn't end with admissions—our International Student Support team will serve as a valuable resource throughout your Widener journey—meeting Visa/immigration requirements, getting acclimated to campus, and much more.

How to Apply as a Graduate International Student

  • Complete your online application
  • Submit your official transcripts from all college/university post-secondary institutions. A course-by-course credential evaluation completed by a NACES certified organization will be accepted if the transcript is not in the English language.
  • Fulfill the English Proficiency requirements
  • If you require an F-1 visa, you must provide written proof you have adequate funding available to meet the expenses incurred while studying in the United States

Learn more about applying as an international student
Learn more about life at Widener as an international student

Financial Aid

Because Widener is a private institution, we're able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it.

You might be surprised how much we are able to offer.

Getting started is easy. Simply apply to Widener and submit your FAFSA to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources. Our school code is 003313.

In order to receive a financial aid offer, students must meet certain eligibility requirements. Here are the general eligibility requirements for most financial aid programs:

  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
  • Be enrolled or admitted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program

Learn more about applying for financial aid as a graduate student

Paths to Savings

85% of Full-Time Grad Students Receive Aid

Simply apply to Widener and complete the financial aid process to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. Because Widener is a private institution, we are able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it. You might be surprised at how much we are able to offer in assistance.

Applying For Financial Aid as a Graduate Student

In order to receive your part of the financial aid pie, all you have to do is submit your FAFSA. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources.

COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA 

Graduate Assistantships

Widener offers a limited number of graduate assistantships to enrolled students. GAs receive tuition assistance for their work. Once you're a student, contact your program director for more information.

Employer Discounts & Tuition Reimbursement

Widener University also partners with many local organizations and corporations to offer discounted tuition and other incentives to their employees. Don't see your company on the list? Ask them to become a partner. In addition, employers often offer educational reimbursement benefits. We encourage you to explore these opportunities and will be glad to provide any necessary documentation.

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20% Discount for Widener Alumni

(some restrictions apply)

If you graduated with a degree from Widener, you may qualify for a 20% tuition discount. The first step to see what you qualify for is to submit your application. Widener offers students many paths to savings, and while we don't offer "double discounts", we'll make sure you'll get the biggest financial benefit you're eligible for. Only students who have completed an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree are eligible. Students who have pursued a 4+1, 4+2, or 3+3 pathway, graduate assistantship, Widener-funded scholarship, or other tuition discount may not be eligible if the financial discount granted surpasses 20%.

Learn more about qualifying for an alumni discount

Program Cost

Investment Management MBA

$1,200 per credit 33 total credits $39,600 total cost

Investment Management Certificate

$1,200 per credit 12 total credits $14,400 total cost

Tuition rates are subject to change. Official costs for your first year will be determined at time of enrollment.

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