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Is a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice Really Worth It?

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February 4, 2021

  • Describe and explain the importance of the main component making up the criminal justice system.
  • Discuss theoretical approaches to deviant behavior and crime.
  • Determine how modern quantitative and qualitative research methods are being used in the field.
  • Apply ethical standards to criminal justice processes, strategies, and operations.
  • Evaluate the balance between crime control strategies and the protection of civil liberties.
  • Describe the needs of victims, offenders, and the community affected by crime and interactions with the criminal justice system.
  • Evaluate technology and its modern role in fighting crime.
  • Learning to make solid informed decisions, including while under pressure and in high-stress situations.
  • Learning how to run an effective criminal justice system.
  • Developing a detailed understanding of the ethical issues and controversial policies facing modern criminal justice organizations and personnel.
  • Getting an overview of the theories, strategies and current best practices used by modern law enforcement professionals. 
  • Fraud prevention and management.
  • Combating cybercrime and terrorism.
  • Addressing forensics.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness and results of community-based justice in preventing crime.
  • Strategizing how to leverage modern technological solutions to combat crime.
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
  • International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
  • Coalition Against Insurance Fraud (CAIF)
  • Alpha Phi Sigma Honors Society
  • No requirements to show up at set times or in physical locations.
  • Monthly class starts.
  • Accelerated 8-week courses.
  • A #1 ranking for 25 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice for 2020 by Best Master’s Programs.
  • A #4 ranking for The 20 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Degree Programs 2020 from Online Course Report.
  • A Gold School of Distinction award from Best Colleges, making us one of only 15 schools to receive gold rankings, out of more than 2,000 online degree programs.
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