The MA in Financial Economics is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of finance and economics, along with valuation and analytical tools that enable them to stand out in the dynamic global business-economic environment.

Head of Program
Head of Program

Prof. Yaniv Grinstein

Dean, Tiomkin School of Economics; Head of Finance Specialization, Arison School of Business

Head of Program
Head of Program

Prof. Zvi Eckstein

Former Dean, Tiomkin School of Economics; Head of the Aaron Institute for Economic Policy

Adjunct Professor of Finance
Adjunct Professor of Finance

Dr. Yael Eisenthal

Finance Faculty, Arison School of Business

Adjunct Professor of Finance
Adjunct Professor of Finance

Dr. Erez Levy

Finance Faculty, Arison School of Business

About the Program


  • The program is designed for candidates from Israel and abroad* who have strong analytical skill sand are interesting in becoming top financial economists. Suitable candidates include outstanding students form economics and business programs, as well as engineers, computer science majors and graduates of other exact science disciplines**.
  • The MAFE program offers two study options: full-time, completed in 14 months, or part-time, completed in 26 months.
  • In the full-time program, classes are scheduled three days a week: Monday and Thursday afternoons, and Friday mornings. Each mini-semester consists of 4–5 courses. The program spans 6 mini-semesters, each lasting 6 weeks, with a two-week exam period between semesters.

  • In the part-time program, classes are held twice a week, and each mini-semester includes 2–3 courses.

Program Highlights


  • The program offers advanced elective courses in corporate finance, valuation, risk management, monetary policy and asset pricing, as well as a new fintech specialization focusing on Data Science applications in the financial space. The program's exceptional faculty includes prominent industry figures and academics from top U.S universities.

  • As part of the Practicum elective course, students travel to London's financial center. The study trip includes visits to financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, BlackRock, Pacific Asset Management, and others. The visits consist of lectures by top executives and presentations by students, providing an opportunity for students to network and learn about career opportunities abroad. Costs of the trip are not included in the tuition.

  • The program may offer the option of an exchange at Bocconi University in Milan and in other Business & Economics graduate programs in Europe. Students participate in the exchange program in the fall semester (September-December) toward the end of the studies.


  • Internship opportunities may be available to students towards the end of their  studies, providing real-word experience in the public and private financial sector. Internship lenghts may vary. Please note the internship placement process competitive and offerings vary by year. 

Proud Of Our Alumni

  • Steffanie Arelle

    Canada

    I believe the MAFE program is committed to excellence, equipping students with the essential tools to navigate and adapt to today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.
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  • Gideon Amoils

    South Africa

    The program played a key role in shaping my career, equipping me with a comprehensive set of practical and theoretical skills across various areas in finance and economics.
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  • Rodrigo Medina

    Mexico

    The MAFE program, taught by world class faculty, provided me with the skills required to meet the high performance demands of today’s financial industry.
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