Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration
Our Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration program will prepare you to become a leading force within the criminal justice career fields of law enforcement, corrections, court administration and social service. Once enrolled in the bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Administration, you can choose from three concentration areas, including Management, Human Services and Institutional Healthcare.
The criminal justice field is constantly changing as a result of new technologies, public policy, international relations and economic conditions. At University of Phoenix, we apply academic theory and research to current real-world situations, so you can put the skills you learn to use right away and become a leader in your organization.
Our curriculum is developed in collaboration with industry experts, so it’s relevant and timely. Plus, you will learn from faculty who work in criminal justice and bring years of practical experience to the classroom.
Develop Skills as Diverse as Your Career Options
Professionals who work in criminal justice need a broad understanding of how the agencies within the criminal justice system work together to be prepared for the range of career opportunities that are available.
Our bachelor’s degree program will help you to build a strong foundation in developing the administrative skills so you can become an effective leader or administrator in your selected field. You will study the areas of policing, procedure, communications, law, ethics, diversity, finance, policy and administration. The program also focuses on current and future trends, research methodology and the juvenile justice system.
As a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration graduate, you will gain a working knowledge of:
- The components of the American criminal justice system with an emphasis on law enforcement, the courts and corrections
- The nature of crime and delinquency
- Criminal law and procedure
- Methods, practices and technologies involved in criminal justice administration across various criminal justice disciplines
- Foundational management and administrative knowledge critical to organizations in the field
Prior to enrolling, be sure to check with an enrollment advisor to make sure this program is available in your location.
