Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security
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Program Description
The Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security degree provides the required knowledge for the student to develop competence in administering criminal justice or security programs. While distinctions between the roles of justice and security organizations are understood, the degree emphasizes an understanding of administrative responsibilities common to both disciplines. The value of cooperative interaction is also addressed. The degree provides the student with administrative program development and problem solving skills in preparation for promotional or transitional opportunities in the management of police, corrections, security or court operations.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite(s) |
| CJA 500 | Survey of Justice and Security | 3 credits | ------- |
| CJA 510 | Organizational Administration and Behavior | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 520 | Management of Institutional Risk | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 530 | Ethics in Justice and Security | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 540 | Criminological Theory | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 550 | Legal Issues in Justice and Security | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 560 | Critical Incident Management | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 570 | Cyber Crime and Information Systems Security | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 580 | Public Policy Issues | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 585 | Concepts of Physical and Personal Protection | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 590 | Forensic Science and Psychological Profiling | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| CJA 595 | Program Development and Evaluation | 3 credits | CJA 500 |
| Total Credits | 36 credits | ||