Master of Science Finance: Financial Management
Develop Better Financial Strategies and Help Lead Others to Financial Freedom
Financial investment managers are among the most trusted people in someone’s life. Their financial advice can help propel people to prosperity or the opposite if they are not adequately trained. That’s one reason why an investment in your education through our online Master of Science (M.S.) in Finance – Financial Management degree could help you prepare to take the next step in your career.
Liberty University’s 100% online M.S. in Finance – Financial Management can help train you to develop financial strategies based upon information found in financial statements or other financial tools. Through this program, you can learn to apply various financial concepts to manage money effectively and guide others in the use of their money.
What Will You Study in Our M.S. in Financial Management?
- Financial management
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Money and capital markets
Our online financial management master’s degree specialization provides advanced training in managerial finance, mergers and acquisition, and of course, financial management. Additionally, you will take foundational courses in finance including financial statement analysis, investments and derivatives, and more.
Potential Careers Opportunities for Financial Management Graduates
- Financial planner
- Private wealth manager
- Real estate finance advisor
Highlights of Our Master of Science in Finance Program
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.S. in Finance degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
- Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Oct 20, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
