Master of Science with a Major in Criminal Justice Administration

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (MS CJA) is a 36-credit-hour program designed to enhance the perspectives and administrative skills of criminal justice practitioners. It equips students with advanced knowledge to prepare them for further graduate work and scholarship, as well as careers in governmental agencies and the private sector. The program focuses exclusively on organizational administration and managing criminal justice agencies, and its curriculum was developed in consultation with field practitioners.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview

• The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (MS CJA) is a 36-credit-hour program that aims to enhance the perspectives of criminal justice practitioners.
• It equips students with advanced knowledge and administrative skills to prepare them for further graduate work and scholarship.
• Graduates gain the necessary skills to succeed in governmental agencies and the private sector.

Objectives

• Broaden the perspectives of criminal justice practitioners.
• Equip practitioners with advanced knowledge and administrative skills.
• Prepare students for further graduate work and scholarship.

Program Description

• The MS CJA is designed to focus exclusively on organizational administration and managing criminal justice agencies.
• It equips students with administrative skills to lead CJ organizations and manage agency operations.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths

• Supervisory positions
• Command positions