15.403
Introduction to the Practice of Finance
Explores various career paths within the finance industry, from private equity to public policy, FinTech to social impact, investment banking to investment management, corporate finance to venture capital. Students engage with industry professionals about the challenges they face and how their part of the industry is changing. They also network with peers to discover the challenges and rewards associated with various careers, and explore how coursework connects with industry practice. Priority given to students in the MIT Sloan Finance Certificate program.
Prerequisites & course information
Prereq: None G (Fall, Spring) 2-0-1 units
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027