Saves students time and money (first nine credits are included in full-time undergraduate tuition
\nfor a saving of around $9,000.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAdmission Requirements<\/strong>
\nAny student may apply to the program upon completing 60 credits\u00a0and, upon acceptance, take three
\ngraduate courses (nine credits) within their last 30 credits.<\/p>\nSpecific admission requirements include:<\/p>\n
\n- Successful completion of 60 credits<\/li>\n
- Cumulative major GPA of 3.3 or higher, Major GPA of 3.0 or higher, and Cognate Course GPA of
\n3.0 or higher at the time of application and when the BA degree is completed<\/li>\n - Complete the Bachelor\u2019s degree in four (4) years or less<\/li>\n
- Submission of the graduate application and personal statement (250+ words)<\/li>\n
- Official transcript(s) will be obtained from Enrollment Services upon completion<\/li>\n
- Two letters of recommendation from the school of Undergraduate Degree<\/li>\n
- An interview may be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Students may apply to the program by November 1st , but not later than March 1st , before their last 30 <\/strong>credits.<\/strong><\/p>\nCredits and Curriculum<\/strong>
\nThe Master of Arts in Criminal Justice degree program is a 36-credit program. If accepted into the
\naccelerated program, students will take up to nine graduate credits in either the fall or spring within
\ntheir last 30 credits. (Note:<\/strong> Undergraduates cannot take graduate courses during the Winter Trimester.)
\nGraduate courses taken while an undergraduate are billed at the undergraduate tuition rate and fulfill
\ncourse requirements for the Bachelor\u2019s and Master\u2019s degrees.<\/p>\nStudents will meet with the MACJ program advisor to choose from the courses listed below. The
\nbachelor\u2019s degree will be awarded upon completing all undergraduate degree requirements. (Note:<\/strong> The
\nUniversity will apply the initial nine graduate credits to the graduate transcript upon completing 12
\nadditional graduate credits.)<\/p>\n\n- CJA 616 U.S. Constitution and Criminal Justice Administration<\/li>\n
- CJA 665 Advanced Criminological Theory<\/li>\n
- CJA 674 Criminal Justice Policy Formation and Analysis<\/li>\n
- CJA 658 Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice Administration<\/li>\n
- CJA 650 Research Methods in Criminal Justice<\/li>\n
- GB 511 Organization Behavior and Organizational Development<\/li>\n
- AC 501 Managerial Accounting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Upon completion of the bachelor\u2019s degree, students take all graduate courses and enroll in at least two
\ncourses each subsequent trimester until they complete the degree. All graduate courses are billed at the
\ngraduate tuition rate. Upon completing the remaining graduate credits, the students will be awarded a
\nMaster of Arts in Criminal Justice.
\n(Students can complete the program in ONE YEAR after receiving their bachelor\u2019s degree.)<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLearning Goals<\/h3>\n
Our MACJ program emphasizes a balance between theoretical knowledge, practical application, and
\nadvanced research, equipping students with the skills required to lead and innovate in various criminal
\njustice roles. Students will engage in rigorous coursework, hands-on experiences, and a capstone project or comprehensive exam, preparing them for real-world challenges and leadership positions within
\ncriminal justice agencies, government, nonprofit organizations, and private sectors.<\/p>\n
Students will be able to:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop advanced analytical skills to critically examine criminal justice issues, policies, and
\npractices.<\/li>\n - Cultivate problem-solving and decision-making skills to address contemporary challenges in
\ncriminal justice.<\/li>\n - Gain proficiency in research methods and statistical analysis applicable to criminal justice
\nresearch.<\/li>\n - Develop skills to conduct independent research, focusing on applied research projects relevant
\nto criminal justice policy and practice.<\/li>\n - Demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues in criminal justice, including ethical decision-
\nmaking and the impact of ethical practices on justice outcomes.<\/li>\n - Understand and apply knowledge of legal standards, regulations, and rights in criminal justice
\nsettings.<\/li>\n - Acquire knowledge of administrative practices, including management principles, budgeting,
\nand organizational behavior within criminal justice organizations.<\/li>\n - Understand strategies for leadership and effective policy-making in the criminal justice system.<\/li>\n
- Analyze criminal justice issues from a global perspective, with an understanding of international
\ncriminal justice systems and transnational crime.<\/li>\n - Develop cross-cultural communication skills and awareness of global human rights standards
\nrelated to criminal justice practices.<\/li>\n - Develop expertise in cybercrime typologies, digital forensic techniques, and cybersecurity
\nstrategies.<\/li>\n - Gain practical skills in investigating cybercrimes and applying digital forensic methods to detect
\nand respond to cyber threats.<\/li>\n - Learn to leverage technology, including data analytics and artificial intelligence, to enhance
\ncriminal justice practices and policies.<\/li>\n - Understand the role of emerging technologies in crime prevention, investigation, and justice
\nadministration.<\/li>\n - Enhance written and oral communication skills to effectively convey complex criminal justice
\ninformation to diverse audiences, including stakeholders and policymakers.<\/li>\n - Develop the ability to present research findings and policy recommendations clearly and
\npersuasively.<\/li>\n - Apply theoretical knowledge to practical issues through a capstone project, focusing on real-
\nworld criminal justice challenges.<\/li>\n - Develop skills in designing, executing, and presenting an applied research project contributing to
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