“What’s unique about this program is that you have highly engaged business people that are attached to the program, that want it to be successful.”  

Randy Peterson, Senior Managing Director – Head of Energy Finance, Huntington Bank MSF Advisory Council Member

What the advisory council does

The MSF advisory council, established in 2012, and consists of a diverse group of industry professionals who work with program leadership and faculty to ensure the MSF program continues to meet the needs for the future of the finance industry. It consists of corporate leaders and program alumni who have work experience in the relevant domains that MS Finance students will enter upon graduation. They bridge the gap between the classroom and industry to help students successfully prepare for and pursue new career opportunities.

MSF advisory council members engage with the program and our students in many ways, including:

• Collaborating with faculty and staff on the design of the MSF curriculum to ensure that it aligns with what employers are looking for. 
• Networking with students at special events and providing connections with recruiting companies.
• Providing mentorship and expertise to students through industry panels, guest speaking opportunities, and one-on-one opportunities.
• Partnering with student teams for the practicum, where students gain hands-on experience working with one of our company partners on a wide variety of finance problems.