Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Administration program provides a fundamental understanding of the nature of crime, criminal law and procedure, and the criminal justice practice. The focus of this program is on broad-based knowledge and basic management skills so that students become effective problem-solvers and administrators in the criminal justice community.

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Career Outlook

The Associate in Science in Criminal Justice Administration provides students with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, analytical skills, and an introduction to criminal justice system. These subjects provide students with the opportunity to:

• Transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree in a related program of study. Marian Court College has a number of transfer agreements with public and private four-year colleges and universities.
• Enter the job market in many entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice and private investigation.

Program Outcomes

In addition to general education outcomes, graduates of the program will:

• Understand the role of each system component agency police, courts and corrections and how they interact to create a consensus model of justice.
• Develop competencies needed to be a successful entry-level manager in either the public or private sector inclusive of an understanding of the law, the rights of citizens, and the legal process which protects these rights.
• Understand the economic, social, technological, and financial issues which impact and limit the criminal justice/private security practitioner.
• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills to arrive at logical, impartial and just conclusions based upon factual information, legal precedence, and individual constitutional rights, particularly the Bill of Rights.
• Be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the terminology common to all criminal justice practitioners.
• Be prepared for assignments globally, particularly in light of international terrorism and criminal cartels which have no geographic boundaries.
• Demonstrate an understanding of opportunities for a career in criminal justice and an appreciation of life-long education.