Advance your career in law enforcement with our online Master in Criminal Justice.
Ready to take your criminal justice career to the next level? The University of Mississippi's online Master of Criminal Justice program is designed for ambitious law enforcement professionals that want to positively impact their communities.
Here's what sets our program apart:
Depending on your career goals, you can choose between the Criminal Justice emphasis and the Homeland Security and Emergency Management emphasis.
Master of Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Leadership ;
Homeland Security and Emergency Management
30
Master's Program
1 Year
The Masters of Criminal Justice has two unique emphases that you can choose from, Criminal Justice Leadership and Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
The Criminal Justice Leadership emphasis at Ole Miss is specifically designed for experienced law enforcement professionals like you who are ready to climb the ranks. We recognize the valuable experience you already bring to the table.
Our program goes beyond theory, honing your existing practical knowledge and equipping you with the advanced skills you need to:
The Homeland Security and Emergency Management emphasis at Ole Miss is designed for law enforcement leaders that thrive in challenging situations. When disaster strikes, well-trained and dependable leaders are absolutely necessary to help guide communities through crisis. Our programs prepares you to help your community when they need it most.
The Homeland Security and Emergency Management emphasis at UM is a great choice to advance your career. Here's why:
The Criminal Justice Leadership emphasis starts with a core curriculum of four essential courses. These courses aren't just theory—they're designed to immediately boost your practical knowledge in areas crucial for criminal justice leadership, management, and making critical decisions.
The program culminates in a two-course capstone project (6 credits). This project allows you to apply your knowledge to a real-world challenge in your chosen field, showcasing your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Before graduating, you'll put your knowledge to the test by tackling a real-world issue in criminal justice leadership through a capstone project.
This project will allow you to:
This culminating experience will not only prove your mastery of the subject matter but also position you as a thought leader with a unique perspective to contribute to the field.
The Homeland Security and Emergency Management emphasis starts with a core curriculum of four essential courses, designed to equip you for success in both emergency management and homeland security.
The program culminates in a two-course capstone project (6 credits). This project allows you to apply your knowledge to a real-world challenge in your chosen field, showcasing your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Before graduating, you'll put your knowledge to the test by tackling a real-world issue in Homeland Security and Emergency Management through a capstone project.
This project will allow you to:
This culminating experience will not only prove your mastery of the subject matter but also position you as a thought leader with a unique perspective to contribute to the field.
Check out some of the key classes you’ll encounter as a Criminal Justice graduate student. Curious about what else is offered? Browse the full catalog of courses.
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3 credits
Analyzes the structures, functions, and operations of criminal justice agencies. Reviews existing organizational theory and examines the application of these theories within agencies of criminal justice. Discusses criminal justice processes occurring in organizational environments that are influenced by historical, social, political, legal, and economic factors.
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3 credits
Reviews essential statistical analysis techniques that can be used in criminal justice and related agencies.
GR
3 credits
Provides overview of current knowledge on causes of crime. Reviews major theories of crime causation using an interdisciplinary perspective with emphasis on integration and application of knowledge to criminal justice policy and practice.
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Meet the graduate program coordinator for the online Master of Criminal Justice—your guide to advancing in law enforcement. With flexible, expert-led courses tailored to your goals, this program helps busy professionals like you make a greater impact in your community and unlock new leadership opportunities in just one year.
If you have any questions about the Master in Criminal Justice, don't hesitate to get in touch!
Chair and Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
We have a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help make college more affordable for you and your family.
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