The Master of Science degree in Finance is designed to provide students with expertise to make effective managerial and investment decisions. Compared to similar programs at other schools, the MSF program at St. John's aims to be more practical in nature, focusing on the application of quantitative methods and techniques to enhance decision making. With six full-time faculty members who are CFA charter-holders, St. John's is a great place to learn Applied Finance. The curriculum includes courses in Economics, Accounting, and Finance, and consists of 30 credits. It is designed to be completed in 18 months (three semesters). The Financial Technology track also provides a sound theoretical foundation of financial knowledge but aims to also educate students on modern trends in the financial field. As technology is increasingly used in pricing assets (and risk) and conducting trades, this track provides students with an understanding into how technology can be used to enhance financial decision making and processes. Focusing on aspects of economics, financial reporting, finance, securities, and derivatives relevant to modern investment analysis, it brings together theories, practices, strategies, and methodologies designed to reflect the current state of the field of investment management and analysis.