Curriculum
The following curriculum information is for students who began their studies prior to Fall 2024.
Master of Finance (MFin) students take 12 courses over five terms.
Note: This is a tentative schedule for the Master of Finance program and is subject to change. Courses in this program are not open to other University of Toronto students or the general public.
MFin Course Calendar
Year 1
| Fall Term (September – December) | Spring Term (January – mid April) | Summer Term (late April – June) |
|---|---|---|
| RSM4322 – Application of Derivatives Products (Part 1) | RSM4322 – Application of Derivatives Products (Part 2) | RSM4113 – Macro Economics for Finance Professionals |
| RSM4310 – Foundations of Finance | RSM4220 – Advanced Accounting | RSM4315 – Investment Banking & Valuation |
| RSM4216 – Financial Reporting and Financial Statement Analysis | RSM4319 – Forecasting Risks and Opportunities | |
| RSM4317 – Analysis of Fixed Income Securities |
Year 2
| Fall Term (September – December) | Spring Term (January – mid April) |
|---|---|
| RSM4318 – Applied Portfolio Management (Part 1) | RSM4318 – Applied Portfolio Management (Part 2) / Capstone |
| RSM4323 – Investments | RSM4314 – Risk Management and Financial Institutions |
| RSM4324 – Innovations in Finance |
Term Dates and Academic Schedule
MFin courses are scheduled Wednesday evenings and on alternating Saturdays. Classes are either two-and-a-half or three hours in length, depending on the specific course and day on which they are delivered.
Each student’s course schedule is available on Quercus. There are also links to view the schedule in several formats, including a downloadable format that is compatible for importing into most PDAs and MS Outlook. Please note that from time to time, it may be necessary to cancel or re-schedule classes and consequently, students are well-advised to view their personal schedules on a regular basis.
Course Selection
Students are automatically enrolled in courses upon payment of tuition fees. Due to the integrated nature of the MFin curriculum, courses must be taken in the sequence outlined in the program curriculum. Students who experience difficulty with the course load or a particular subject should consult the Associate Director for advice.
Adding or Dropping Courses
Once a student has been enrolled in a course, they remain enrolled unless they officially request to drop the course through their Associate Director. There are official dates by which a student must withdraw without academic penalty, otherwise, a failing mark will appear on their record. In order to drop a core course without academic penalty, the official request must be made before 50% of the course contact hours have been completed.
After the 50% mark, if unusual circumstances beyond the student’s control mean that the student will not be able to complete the coursework given reasonable extensions, graduate units may consider (with appropriate documentation) requesting late withdrawal. A WDR (Withdrawal Without Academic Penalty) notation will be entered on a student’s official transcript, however, it carries no credit for the course and is not considered for averaging purposes. While the Graduate Unit may support/recommend the late withdrawal request, final decision rests solely with the School of Graduate Studies.
Due to the set structure of MFin courses, any change in course enrolment will impact program completion, graduation, and fees. Should you need to drop a course, please contact the Associate Director.
Course Materials and Course Work
Course Packages and Textbooks
The cost of course packages and textbooks for all Master of Finance courses is covered in the compulsory Rotman ancillary fee assessed to students (on the tuition fee invoice).
Copyright in Course Lectures
If a student wishes to record, photograph, video-record, or otherwise reproduce lecture presentations, course notes, or similar material provided by instructors, they must obtain the instructor’s written consent beforehand. Otherwise, all such reproduction is an infringement of copyright and is absolutely prohibited. In the case of private use by students with special needs, the instructor’s consent will not be unreasonably withheld.
Submission of Assignments and Examinations
All assignments in Master of Finance courses must be submitted in accordance with the instructor’s instructions. The introduction of any late penalties (or special consideration) is at the instructor’s discretion.
Students must use the Individual or Group Assignment Cover Page when submitting any materials unless otherwise noted by the instructor. The Assignment Cover Page templates are available on Quercus under MFin Program Services Resources/Forms, Templates & Cover Pages / Assignment Cover Pages.
Leave Policy
Students registered in the MFin program may apply for a leave during their program of study. Please see here for additional details and information.
Graduation Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete all 12 required courses in order to meet the graduation requirements of the Master of Finance Program.