Applications for the new MS in Finance from Santa Clara University School of Business are being accepted now, with classes to begin in June.

The one-year, full-time graduate degree was recently approved by the University’s Board of Trustees, and will build on the Leavey School of Business’ historic strengths in the finance field.

Open to new graduates as well as experienced professionals, the MS in finance degree at SCU provides accelerated foundation courses which is ideal for individuals with degrees in humanities, engineering, and the arts.

Students may focus their study in either corporate finance, investments, or financial markets, providing more flexibility in career options after graduation.

Interested candidates may start their online applications by visiting www.scu.edu/business/msfinance/ . Applications for first-round decisions are due April 1, and the final deadline is May 15.

For more information, contact the Leavey School of Business Graduate Business Admissions office at 408-554-4539, or gradbusiness@scu.edu.