Master of Arts in Criminal Justice and Human Security

National security (FBI, CIA, DEA, IRS), global intelligence, education, criminology, corporate security, private security, cyber security, security analyst and penetration tester, advocacy, law enforcement (local, state, Interpol), surveillance, and legal research.

This program is an excellent choice for domestic and international students looking to continue their education in criminal justice and human security; law enforcement employees — from local police to international officers, seeking to gain further expertise in the field; as well as military personnel looking to enter security at the civilian level. Students interested in pursuing positions in federal organizations, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or in state or local criminal justice agencies that have an international focus will also benefit from completing this program. The program also provides a solid foundation for students looking to pursue advanced study in law or doctoral-level study of criminal justice upon graduation.

Demonstrate the skills necessary to excel in professional careers in federal, state, and international law enforcement agencies where intercultural communication skills, foreign language skills, and insights into other cultures are increasingly important both to address criminal activity and to take needed steps to prevent it

Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation of the rule of law, law enforcement’s role in the securing and protection of civil and human rights, and an understanding of the social conditions and circumstances that foster or discourage criminal behavior

Demonstrate an understanding of Human Security and its role in the realization of a just and lawful society and the impact that this understanding of security has upon the existing notions of national, regional and international security

Demonstrate the intercultural literacy skills needed to relate to an increasingly globalized population where norms and values may differ