Applications to the MMF Montreal are now open.
First application deadline:
November 15
First application deadline:
November 15

Blend academic theory with practical, real-world experience managing an international investment portfolio.
Start Date:
June 2027
Summer term
Duration:
16 or 12 months
Full-time
Applications are now open.
First application deadline:
November 15
All deadlines
Location:
Montreal, Canada
In-person delivery
The McGill Master of Management in Finance (MMF) degree prepares future finance leaders by blending academic theory with practical, hands-on experience. Through immersive learning opportunities, you will gain the skills, expertise, and networks necessary to navigate the complexities of modern finance.
The McGill Master of Management in Finance (MMF) degree is a pre-experience, specialized offering in finance offered as a 16 or 12 month full-time, in-person in Montreal. The MMF prepares students for a career in finance through a comprehensive curriculum that combines advanced financial concepts, quantitative methods, and real-world business applications.

Insights into international markets through study trips and engagements with global financial institutions.

Hands-on projects, Desautels Capital Management and many case competitions apply theory to real-world financial challenges.

Networking and leadership growth through industry connections and expert seminars, gaining a competitive edge in the job market

With a focus on advanced financial strategies, emerging technologies, and real-world applications, you’ll be equipped to address the complex challenges facing today’s finance industry. Explore the comparison details to discover the key differences between the two formats, part-time blended in Luxembourg and full-time in-person in Montreal. Discover which option aligns with your professional goals, lifestyle, and learning preferences to help you choose the path that’s right for you.

Desautels Capital Management Inc. (DCM), Canada’s first student-run, university-owned investment firm, provides students with an opportunity to learn by doing and bring classroom knowledge to real-world investment.
#1
in North America
#1 MMF in North America and 38th Globally.
Financial Times Global, Masters in Finance Pre-Experience Ranking 2025
#1
in Canada
#1 in Canada for alumni outcomes
2027 QS Business, Masters in Finance Ranking
The McGill MMF is the ideal degree if you would like to excel in the finance industry, even without prior work experience. The full-time, pre-experience offering in Montreal is open to recent graduates from all academic backgrounds, provided you have proven quantitative and qualitative skills to succeed. Whether your goal is to work in the finance sector or the financial function of a business, a McGill MMF will equip you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in a competitive global market.

McGill MMF graduates excel in finance roles such as investment analysts, portfolio managers, and financial consultants, with many advancing into careers at top banks, asset management firms, and financial institutions globally.

A globally diverse group, bringing together students from various nations and academic disciplines.

MMF student Thomas Di Stefano (BCom’25, MMF’26) honoured with Peter Christoffersen MMF Award for academic excellence.

Our alumni share their perspectives and answer your questions about student life at McGill and in Montreal.
Our MMF program offers an unparalleled opportunity to apply theory in a real-world context through our student-run investment firm. Between high-quality classroom instruction and constant real-world application, you will be fully equipped to take on the challenges of the financial sector within a short period of time. Our program attracts exceptional students from around the globe.
While some have an undergraduate degree in finance, we welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds. Whether your background is in math or engineering, economics or the social sciences, you will join a like-minded group of peers who will become close friends and professional contacts throughout your lifetime. If you want a degree that will set you apart in the exciting, competitive world of finance, the MMF is for you.
Jan Ericsson
Academic Director, MMF Montreal (Full-time)
Throughout the program, MMF students work as analysts and manage portfolios within the Desautels Capital Management Inc., a licensed & regulated investment management firm with an independent board of directors.
McGill University consistently ranks among the top universities in the world while the Finance Area at the Desautels Faculty of Management is internationally recognized for its excellence in research and innovative teaching.