MSCJ/Policing:
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.
Corrections Specialization
This emphasis area helps further your expertise in the
administrative and operational aspects of the U.S. correctional
system, both institutional and community based. You will
confront issues such as overcrowding, inmate rights, and
juvenile justice. As a graduate, you may qualify to pursue
advanced positions at local, state, and federal jail facilities,
and juvenile detention centers. These positions may include
administrative, tactical, and managerial roles, as well as
teaching or training positions. Courses include:
• Critical Issues in Corrections
• Comparative Correctional Systems
• Critical Issues in Juvenile Justice
• Community Based Corrections
Why Kaplan
University?
Kaplan University offers a broad selection of programs that
address the career goals of working adults from a variety of
professional disciplines. Our emphasis is on real-world
knowledge and skill development, and we offer programs from
which students learn concepts and techniques they can use to
take control of their professional destinies. Our courses are
designed to empower you with the knowledge and skill you need to
move to the next level in your career plan.
Kaplan University gives you the control to schedule your
education. There are no job interruptions, travel expenses or
hours spent searching the campus map. You can go to class
anytime, anywhere 24/7. The flexibility and dynamic interaction
of education at Kaplan University also allows for
innovative web-based learning opportunities via message boards,
readings, academic exercises and web field trips.
