The Western Master of Financial Economics (MFE) is an intensive 16-month professional program. Our MFE students are motivated, intellectually curious and possess solid research, analytical and technical skills. Required classes include Financial Econometrics, Financial Economics, Corporate Finance, Empirical Asset Pricing, and Securities Regulation. Commonly taken elective classes include Portfolio Management and Risk Management.

Many of our classes require class presentations and group projects to help Western MFE students develop strong communication and teamwork skills. In addition to classwork, the MFE Professional Development Series covers a range of topics, from ethics to professional behaviour to career preparation. In addition, students are trained in Bloomberg and other data sources, as well as computer programs such as Python, R, and Excel.

Internship Program

Hiring a Western MFE intern is an opportunity to secure knowledgeable and skilled talent to meet short-term needs and to screen for future hiring potential.

• Internships occur between May and August
• 10 to 16 weeks of mentored, full-time work
• Summer salaries vary dependent upon qualifications and experience
• Students are prepared to relocate
• Interns will be available for full-time work the following January

Our students have completed internships with a broad set of employers. Please see the Summary of Student Placement Data.

Benefits

Employers are eligible for support through the Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit (CETC). The CETC reimburses an employer up to $3,000 for internship related expenses. Project work may be eligible for MITACS funding. Please contact our program for more information.

Student Placements

Our students have significant training and work experience in various areas of finance.

They take positions in many functional areas:

• Risk Management
• Treasury
• Portfolio Management
• Capital Markets
• Research

The Western MFE program assists with placing two groups of students each year: Western MFE graduates and Summer Interns. Permanent postings for the following year start as early as August and our students interview throughout the September to December period. Summer internship postings begin in September, with most activity occurring in January. Internship postings and interviews continue into March/April for May 1 start dates.

Western MFE Graduates

The graduating class of Western MFE students complete their studies at the end of December, after completing the 12 required courses, the professional development series and the summer internships. Our graduates have full-time positions with a broad set of employers. Please contact us to request a copy of our graduating class resume book.