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Online Master's in Criminal Justice Program Overview

Become a leader in public safety with a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. This online degree program gives you the know-how to apply the latest research, leadership strategies and criminological theories for effective decision-making in the U.S. justice system. Whether you're looking to advance your career in local law enforcement, aiming to work for a federal government agency or want to help set public policy, a master's in criminal justice can help you gain the skills you need to be a leader in today's ever-changing criminal justice field.

Students may either pursue a general track – ideal for those who want to craft their own focus through elective classes – or choose between concentrations in public safety administration or advanced counterterrorism and homeland security.

The master’s in criminal justice online degree is a 36-credit program that focuses on management, leadership, data analysis and budgeting skills. Depending on your electives, your criminal justice program may also touch on business law and ethical business practices.

Through your courses in the master’s in criminal justice online program, you’ll:

• Learn what administrators, managers and other leaders in today’s criminal justice system need to know
• Learn from experts with years of experience in the field, bringing credibility and relevance to your education
• Gain a stronger understanding of finance, accounting and the economic systems in which cyber and financial crimes are growing

Graduates will be prepared for a wide range of careers and advancement opportunities. You'll come away with the skills you need to stand out during the hiring process in both public and private sectors.

You'll learn key skills, including: Resource planning, consensus building, ethical leadership and business management.

Career Outlook

This master's in criminal justice degree could help prepare you for a number of different roles once you graduate. For example, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5% job growth for police officers and detectives; 8% growth for private detectives and investigators; 5% growth for emergency management directors and 13% growth for social and community service managers through 2028 – all roughly on pace or faster than the national average for all occupations.1 Demand may vary by location, but a continued need for public safety bodes well for new prospects.

Earning your master's degree can be a significant advantage in career advancement and promotion to senior responsibility roles in the criminal justice field. Graduates of the criminal justice online program will likely find a wide variety of positions available to them, including those in:

• State and local government
• Law enforcement
• Security and corrections
• Community advocacy
• Public policy