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Accreditation
Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Master of Science in Criminal Justice |
The Kaplan University Master of Science in Criminal Justice is built on a professional model of relevant, practical knowledge. The program offers two courses of study, a nonthesis track that lends itself to practical law enforcement applications and a research-based thesis track that focuses on theory and prepares you for criminal justice instruction.
There are four areas of specialization in the Master of Science in Criminal Justice program: Law, Global Issues in Criminal Justice, Leadership and Executive Management, and Policing.
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What Are the Career Opportunities?
This online Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree program will help prepare you to pursue high level opportunities in law enforcement, security, court systems, education and training. Students can choose a specialization to focus on an area of study that best fits their career and educational goals.
Global Issues in Criminal Justice Specialization
This specialized area of study provides students with the information necessary to better comprehend the challenges of rapid globalization as it pertains to the criminal justice field. The program focuses on an analysis of transnational crime, foreign justice systems, terrorism and related homeland security issues, and other contemporary international criminal justice issues. As a graduate you may qualify for advanced positions with security organizations and law enforcement agencies. You may also qualify for teaching or training positions. Courses include:
- Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
- Transnational Crime
- Critical Issues in Terrorism
- Seminar—Contemporary International Justice Issues
Law Specialization
This specialization offers students an opportunity to examine legal principles and doctrines associated with criminal law, criminal procedure, evidentiary issues, comparative legal/justice systems, specialized criminal statutes, and employment law as they relate to professional practice in criminal justice. As a graduate you may qualify for advanced positions within the court system and with law enforcement agencies. You may also qualify for teaching or training positions. Courses include:
- Advanced Topics in Criminal Law
- Criminal Procedure and the U.S. Supreme Court
- Evidentiary Issues in Criminal Cases
- Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
- Specialized Criminal Statutes and Complex Investigations
- Employment and Policy Law
Global Issues in Criminal Justice Specialization
This specialized area of study provides students with the information necessary to better comprehend the challenges of rapid globalization as it pertains to the criminal justice field. The program focuses on an analysis of transnational crime, foreign justice systems, terrorism and related homeland security issues, and other contemporary international criminal justice issues. As a graduate you may qualify for advanced positions with security organizations and law enforcement agencies. You may also qualify for teaching or training positions. Courses include:
- Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
- Transnational Crime
- Critical Issues in Terrorism
- Seminar—Contemporary International Justice Issues
Leadership and Executive Management Specialization
Students pursuing this specialization will explore theories and practices related to justice management, fiscal issues (with an emphasis on the preparation of budgets and grant applications), human resource development, and employment and policy law. As a graduate you may qualify for higher-level leadership and administrative positions with police departments and other law enforcement agencies. Courses include:
- Employment and Policy Law
- Theoretical Applications of Justice Management
- Fiscal Issues in Criminal Justice
- Human Resource Development
Policing Specialization
This specialization provides students with an in-depth analysis of both contemporary and critical issues facing the field of policing. Specifically, the courses pertain to contemporary and critical issues facing criminal justice professionals, considerations of ethics and diversity, fiscal issues, and employment-related legal issues. As a graduate you may qualify for higher-level leadership and administrative positions with police departments and other law enforcement agencies. Courses include:
- Employment and Policy Law
- Fiscal Issues in Criminal Justice
- Critical Issues in Policing
- Ethics and Diversity in Policing
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Address:
1801 East Kimberly Road, Suite 2
Davenport, IA 52807
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Calendar Type:
Kaplan University is on a Quarterly system.
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Credit-earning Options:
Transfer credit is available. Please ask an admissions advisor for details.
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Delivery Format:
All of your courses and programs at Kaplan University are done 100% online.
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Carnegie Classification:
Baccalaureate/Associate's College
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Technical Requirements:
Please refer to University catalog for technology requirements.
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Geographic Restrictions:
One of the greatest benefits of being online is that there are no geographically boundaries. This benefits the student in many ways, from convenience to a better selection of instructors to practical knowledge in many different areas.
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On-Campus Requirement:
There are no On-Campus requirements.
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