Brooklyn College’s Master of Science in Finance program, launched Fall 2026, has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, recognizing the program’s strong alignment with the knowledge and skills emphasized by one of the world’s leading professional organizations for the investment industry.
The designation distinguishes the M.S. in Finance program in the Koppelman School of Business and signals to current and prospective students that its curriculum provides rigorous preparation for careers in finance and investment management. Brooklyn College’s undergraduate finance program is also affiliated with CFA Institute.
In its review, CFA Institute praised the graduate program’s “rigorous and thoughtfully designed curriculum” and its ability to provide “a strong foundation for students pursuing careers in finance and investment management.”
The review highlighted the breadth of CFA curriculum topics incorporated throughout the degree, including quantitative methods, economics, corporate finance, financial statement analysis, equity investments, fixed income, derivatives, and portfolio construction.
“This affiliation is an important recognition of the quality and relevance of our M.S. in Finance curriculum,” said Mina Glambosky, chair of the Department of Finance. “It helps distinguish the program while giving prospective students a clearer understanding of the preparation a Brooklyn College graduate degree in finance can provide.”
Professor Moonsoo Kang led the effort to secure the affiliation in collaboration with colleagues in the Department of Finance.
“This recognition reflects the work our faculty have done to build a curriculum that connects rigorous academic study with the knowledge students need to navigate the finance profession,” Kang said. “The affiliation strengthens our ability to serve students preparing for careers in finance and investment management.”
As part of the affiliation, CFA Institute will provide Brooklyn College with three additional CFA Student Scholarships. Thus, Brooklyn College can offer up to six CFA Student Scholarships in total—3 scholarships (BBA program) + 3 scholarships (MS program). The M.S. in Finance will also be listed among affiliated university programs on the CFA Institute website.
“The CFA Institute affiliation recognizes the strength of our faculty and curriculum while creating additional pathways for our students to pursue ambitious careers in the financial sector,” said Koppelman School of Business Dean Shalei K. Simms.
