Master of Criminal Justice

• Graduate Certificate (Not Applicable)

   

• Associate Degree (Not Applicable)

   

• Graduate Degree

  Measurable Learning Outcomes for Master of Science in Criminal Justice:

  • Critically analyze key issues, ideas, and/or concepts affecting the criminal justice system. (Critical Analysis)
  • Design and/or implement empirically valid research related to criminal justice. (Research Methods)
  • Model professional-level writing skills in academic and/or non-academic settings. (Writing)
  • Create and/or defend an evidence-based argument regarding criminal justice law, policies, or procedures. (Evaluation)

The Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is designed to provide post-baccalaureate education to criminal justice professionals and traditional students who have not yet begun a career in criminal justice. The primary goal of the program is to develop in graduates the ability to analyze, comprehend, and explore the complex problems confronting the criminal justice system. The program emphasizes theory, research and administration in the criminal justice system. Students will be able to conceptualize the problems of crime and justice from social, cultural, economic, and political perspectives. In addition, the successful graduate will understand research methods and design as well as statistical strategies used to analyze social science research. Course work will also provide a foundation for those students desiring to pursue doctoral studies.

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