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Academic Programs
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will provide you with professional knowledge and skills needed for success in the criminal justice field. Through liberal arts coursework, you will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen your understanding of how political, cultural and economic factors shape our world. In the core criminal justice courses, you will explore criminal theory, law, ethics, and procedure, and you will examine the roles and operations of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections in preventing and responding to adult and juvenile crime
The BSCJ curriculum aligns with the recommended content areas for academic degree programs as outlined by Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). http://www.acjs.org. Note: Strayer University’s CJ programs have not been submitted to be reviewed for certification by ACJS.
Key Learning Objectives
- Explain social and behavioral causes of adult and juvenile social and cyber crimes and the impact on society.
- Develop analytical and critical thinking skills utilized in investigating crime, enforcing laws, and implementing corrections.
- Identify operational components of the criminal justice system at the federal, state, and local level.
- Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support laws, policies, procedures, and integrity within the criminal justice system.
- Determine appropriate technologies and technological skills utilized in the administration and operation of security, criminal justice, investigations, and corrections.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of leadership and how they complement various levels of management in organizations that facilitate the prevention and correction of crime and the enforcement of criminal laws.
- Effectively use oral and written communication skills to convey information, manage conflict, and resolve issues within the criminal justice system.
Concentrations
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Computer Security and Forensics
The Computer Security and Forensics concentration equips you with the knowledge and skills to function in computer security and forensics related areas, including firewall security, database maintenance, and security management practices. It also covers various methods of finding, gathering, and reading data stored on digital media.
Computer Security and Forensics concentration graduates will gain additional competencies applicable to the field of information technology and forensics in roles such as: computer forensics specialist, security network analyst, or information technology investigator.
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Criminal Justice Administration
The Criminal Justice Administration concentration examines the operational and technical aspects of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, and the courts. You will learn evidence-based techniques for the prevention of crime, how to investigate crimes, the global relevance of crimes, and corrections.
Criminal Justice Administration concentration graduates gain additional competencies applicable to the fields of law enforcement, criminal investigation, corrections, and security in roles such as: police officer, detective, criminal investigator, corrections officer, probation or parole officer, court reporter, court officer, or caseworker.
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Homeland Security and Emergency Management
The Homeland Security and Emergency Management concentration focuses on the nature of and responses to natural disasters, terrorism, and national security. You will learn how to assess public and private security vulnerabilities, ethically conduct security investigations, and propose efficient solutions that consider the potential impact on the infrastructure and resiliency of an environment. Interagency communication and cooperation strategies necessary to implement emergency management or disaster recovery within an environment are also reviewed.
Homeland Security and Emergency Management concentration graduates gain additional competencies applicable to roles such as: private security officer, emergency management specialist, emergency management coordinator, Homeland Security specialist, border security officer, maritime and port security officer, and surveillance specialist.
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Homeland Security Technology
The Homeland Security Technology concentration provides students with the knowledge and skills to function in technology related areas of Homeland Security. You learn how to evaluate technological threats and vulnerabilities to Homeland Security and develop strategies and policies to mitigate technological and information security threats.
Homeland Security Technology concentration graduates gain additional competencies applicable to the fields of technology in roles such as: Homeland Security technician, security engineer, analyst, or private consultant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Strayer University criminal justice programs qualify me to become a police officer, Homeland Security employee or federal agent?
Strayer University’s criminal justice program by itself does not guarantee employment in any criminal justice field. Many criminal justice employers take into account the following criteria when determining eligibility for employment: U.S. citizenship, state residency, criminal background, physical and psychological health, age, and military discharge information. Students should consult their employer of interest for appropriate hiring standards prior to beginning the program. For more information please also visit: www.strayer.edu/licensed_careers.
Program Information
Program Length
Strayer University students are mostly working adults who earn their degrees at their own pace and on their own schedule. Most students attend part-time, and the normal time to complete this program is 6 years.On-Time Graduation Rate
100% of our students who graduated from this program between July 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010, did so within 6 years.Median Loan Debt
For all students completing this program between July 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010, the median cumulative loan debt for each of the following are:- Federal student loans: $27,200
- Private loans: $0
- Institutional finance loans: $0
Program Costs
Cost information for Strayer University programs is available at http://www.strayer.edu/tuition_and_fees. The tuition and fees for the entire program, at current part-time tuition rates, are $70,100, and at current full-time tuition rates, are $66,800. The tuition and fees for the entire program for all Tennessee students are $70,100. The total estimated cost for books and supplies for the entire program is $6,000. Strayer University does not offer on-campus housing.Occupations
The following U.S. Department of Labor Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes and occupational titles are disclosed pursuant to U.S. Department of Education regulations, and correspond to the U.S. Department of Education Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code for this program.| Title | O*Net Link | SOC Code |
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| Regulatory Affairs Managers | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.01 |
11-9199.01 |
| Compliance Managers | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.02 |
11-9199.02 |
| Investment Fund Managers | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.03 |
11-9199.03 |
| Security Managers | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.07 |
11-9199.07 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.08 |
11-9199.08 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1111.00 |
25-1111.00 |
| First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Police and Detectives | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1012.00 |
33-1012.00 |