Finance

The TLU MBA Difference

• One Year to Your MBA: You can complete our MBA program in as little as one year. Courses are seven or eight weeks long, with two starts per year. For those who would prefer a lighter courseload, there is also an option to complete the program over a two-year period.
• It’s Doable: We offer a flexible, fully online format geared to the schedules of working adults. 
• The TLU MBA aligns seamlessly with your career goals: Your degree will be customized based upon your chosen specialization, and your education will be personalized, with attention from your professors and support from your classmates.
• NO GMAT score required with a 3.0 GPA or five years of professional work experience.

Master Money, Master Business

Finance remains the cornerstone of modern business, where financial expertise and
strategic decision-making determine how organizations grow, compete, and innovate in
global markets. Rize's MBA specialization in Finance prepares leaders to master
traditional principles and emerging technologies—from sophisticated financial modeling
to blockchain and DeFi—all while navigating an increasingly complex and
technology-driven financial landscape.

With a focus on practical skills and hands-on experience with real companies, this
program empowers graduates to become confident financial leaders who can translate
complex financial data into decisive business strategies. No prior advanced finance
experience is required, making this program accessible to professionals from diverse
business backgrounds.

Is Finance Right for You?

What makes this program special?

● Online-First: We built this program to ensure that its online classes are not merely
attempting to recreate the in-person experience but leverage the strengths of
online learning. Students are able to enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and
engage with students at other leading institutions, bolstering their professional
networks for the future.
● Comprehensive Financial Skill-Building: This program builds broad numeracy
skills and deep financial knowledge. Through hands-on experience with
spreadsheet modeling, economic forecasting, and company valuation, students
develop the quantitative confidence to tackle any financial challenge. Courses like
"Capital Markets and Investing" and "Financial Statement Analysis" provide the
technical foundation for senior financial roles.
● Future-Focused Leadership: Going beyond traditional finance, this program
prepares students for the future of financial services. Students explore
cutting-edge developments in blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and
decentralized finance DeFi, positioning them to drive innovation and strategic
growth in their organizations. The curriculum balances timeless financial principles
with emerging technologies reshaping the industry.

 

Who should take this program?

● Business and Strategy Leaders
Why: To strengthen their leadership trajectory with deep financial expertise,
recognizing finance as the most straightforward path to C-suite positions.
Example: A business unit leader who wants to advance to CFO or CEO
through the financial leadership track.
● Financial Services Professionals
 Why: To broaden their technical expertise and gain the strategic
perspective needed for senior leadership roles.
Example: A financial analyst aiming to become an Investment Director,
Portfolio Manager, or Chief Financial Officer.
● Investment Banking Associates
 Why: To deepen their understanding of complex financial instruments and
gain the strategic mindset needed for Vice President or Director roles.
 Example: An associate seeking to accelerate their path to Investment
Banking Director or Managing Director.
● Corporate Finance Professionals
Why: To move beyond technical financial analysis into strategic leadership
positions where they can drive organizational strategy.
Example: A corporate finance manager seeking to become Treasurer, CFO,
or strategic financial advisor.
● Industry Professionals Transitioning into Finance
 Traditional Business Roles
 Why: To pivot into higher-paying financial leadership roles while
leveraging their industry expertise.
Example: An operations manager interested in becoming a Financial
Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Director or CFO.
Consultants and Project Managers
Why: Add sophisticated financial expertise to their consulting toolkit
and lead higher-value strategic initiatives.
 Example: A management consultant looking to specialize in M&A,
private equity, or financial strategy consulting.
● Technology and Innovation Leaders
 FinTech Professionals
 Why: To combine technical knowledge with deep financial expertise
to drive innovation in financial services.
Example: A software developer seeking to launch a FinTech startup
or lead digital transformation in traditional finance.
 Blockchain and DeFi Enthusiasts
 Why: To gain traditional financial expertise while preparing to lead in
emerging financial technologies.
 Example: A cryptocurrency professional wanting to bridge traditional
and decentralized finance.
● Recent Graduates
 Business and Economics Graduates
Why: To accelerate their career by adding advanced financial
expertise to their foundational business knowledge.
Example: A recent economics graduate seeking to fast-track their
path to financial leadership roles.

Interested in learning more?

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