美国大学犯罪学相关学位介绍

• MCJ: Master of Criminal Justice
• MSCJ: Master of Science in Criminal Justice
• MACJ: Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
• MPA: Master of Public Administration in Criminal Justice
• MS/AJS: Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security
• MSCJL: Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership

犯罪学不同学位间的差异

There are similarities among these degrees and all can be found among the top criminal justice programs in the field. It is a good idea to consider the type of organization where you would like to work and investigate whether such organizations prefer one of the above degrees. The MCJ and MSCJ tend to focus on post-baccalaureate education in specialized areas. Online schools offering these degrees are helpful for working criminal justice professionals with a bachelor's degree seeking to join highly specialized organizations. The MACJ tends to offer programs that enable students with baccalaureate degrees in related fields to enroll and complete this degree designed for students wishing to pursue research in the field or graduate studies beyond the MA level. The MPA, MS/AJS and MSCJL all tend to focus on administration, leadership and management. 

Within these general degree distinctions, programs have different emphases and patterns of graduate placement with respect to present and future employment trends. You should investigate specific programs to determine which will best prepare you for your desired career track.

 

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TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS

Arizona State University - (M.S. in Justice Studies)    "The focus of the M.S. in Justice Studies is on the systematic and interdisciplinary social scientific study of justice in all its forms-social, economic, legal, political, and cultural. Required courses focus on providing students with a scholarly understanding of theories and philosophies of justice and strategies for conducting research on justice issues and for evaluating policies that promote or undermine justice-related goals. The School of Justice & Social Inquiry (SJSI) is recognized as a leader in the interdisciplinary study of justice. ASU was the first university in the nation to establish a justice studies program and we are a founding member of the Law and Society Association's Consortium for Graduate Law and Society Programs (CGLSP)."

Boston University - (MCJ)    "The field of criminal justice is changing. Technological advancements, coupled with contemporary world events, have created an ever-increasing need for criminal justice professionals who have insight into the sociological, legal, theoretical, and practical arenas of law enforcement. Professional demands may be shifting and expanding-but so are opportunities for career growth and success. The Boston University Online Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) is designed specifically for the working law enforcement professional who seeks to achieve distinction by blending practical experience with scholarly achievement. "

Buffalo State University - (MSCJ)    "The department provides a comprehensive graduate education in criminal justice through an academically rigorous, multidisciplinary program of study. The curriculum, which is grounded in the social sciences, integrates theory, research, and practice with a goal to prepare students for leadership positions in the criminal justice profession and/or for advanced graduate study. The department is committed to fostering an intellectual climate that encourages faculty research, thus enhancing the understanding of criminal justice issues. The department also provides the state and local criminal justice community with expertise across a wide range of specialties represented among the faculty."

California State University at Long Beach - (MSCJ)    "The Criminal Justice Department at CSULB is preferred by more prospective CJ majors than any other Criminal Justice department in Southern California. Our faculty possesses a national reputation in their respective areas of expertise. "

California State University at Los Angeles - (MSCJ)    "Programs in the School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics are designed to prepare students for successful positions in law enforcement, corrections, criminal justice planning and/or law, as well as for further study in graduate or professional schools in any of these fields. The curriculum provides intensive study in the areas of criminal justice theory, research methodology and data analysis, criminal law, organizational functioning, program planning and criminalistics. The program strives to promote understanding of key criminal, legal and scientific issues affecting contemporary urban society and respect for racial, ethnic, cultural and gender diversity. "

California State University at San Bernardino - (MACJ)    "The M.A. in Criminal Justice is designed to serve the growing number of individuals in the criminal justice system who desire post baccalaureate education, as well as those in more traditional public and private employment who may wish to acquire further education in criminal justice. The degree program offers two options. One is a thesis option designed for students who intend to pursue graduate studies beyond the M.A. level and those students who have special research interests in the criminal justice system. The examination option is for those with administrative and management goals. "

Chicago State University - (MSCJ)    "Chicago State University's Criminal Justice Program prepares students to become criminal justice professionals knowledgeable about all aspects of the system, skilled in problem-solving and the delivery of criminal justice services."

Columbia College MO - (MSCJ)    "The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (MSCJ) is designed primarily for practitioners in the field of criminal justice interested in developing and/or enhancing administrative skills. The program is also designed to meet the analytical and theoretical needs of students who will continue with doctoral or law studies. The degree emphasizes four foundational areas: trends in criminal justice, policy development and analysis, research design and ethics in criminal justice. Understanding derived from these courses provides graduate students a solid foundation for dealing with the many critical issues confronting the contemporary criminal justice administrator. Courses are structured in a hands-on format encouraging maximum student interaction while at the same time encouraging the development of useful action skills."

East Carolina University - (MSCJ)    "This program prepares students to become highly skilled and competent professionals for advanced leadership in the criminal justice system. The curriculum concentrates on content and techniques used by professionals who work in the criminal justice system (e.g., police officers, probation and parole officers, guardians ad litem, correctional officers, attorneys). It also addresses management procedures with an emphasis on how to formulate and implement laws that directly affect the criminal justice system. The program examines management styles and management issues such as decision making, fiscal and political issues, hiring, and personnel and program evaluation. Student internships are available in both practice and administrative areas, and a professional paper is required in the chosen area. This program is ideal for part-time study and learning by distance education."

East Tennessee State University - (MACJ)    "The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology offers the master of arts degree, which is designed to enhance student understanding of crime, societal reaction to crime, and efforts to control it. It prepares the student for advancement in criminal justice professions, teaching at the community college level, and study at the doctoral level."

Eastern Kentucky University - (MSCJ)    "Eastern has been offering graduate programs since 1935, beginning with its Master of Arts degree in Education. Today EKU offers over 30 master degree programs with over 80 different options, a number of certification or non-degree rank programs, a specialist degree in school psychology and cooperative doctors programs in selected areas in education with the University of Kentucky."

Eastern Michigan University - (MSCJ)    "Your success and well-being. Whether you are a student, alumnus/a, future student, friend, faculty or staff member, or community member, our success at EMU is about your success--academically, professionally, personally. Since 1849, EMU has been committed to the highest standards in the classroom, the community and the world. With 24,000 students of all ages and walks of life from around the globe, we are able to combine a world-class university with a thriving, connected community environment."

Fayetteville State University NC - (MSCJ)    "The mission of the Department is to contribute to human understanding of crime and criminal justice. Our goal for our students is that they become creative thinkers and leaders who will reach beyond current intellectual and cultural boundaries to become change agents for shaping the future of criminal justice in the United States and the world."

Florida International University - (MSCJ)(MPA)(MSCJ/MPA Joint Degree Offered)    "The mission of the School of Criminal Justice is to provide local, state, national and international leadership on core issues related to crime and its control and to be recognized as a prominent center of research, scholarship and teaching, with academic, theoretical and direct policy relevance. The School of Criminal Justice is currently ranked 18th in the nation in regards to the research productivity of its faculty members."

Florida State University - College of Criminology and Criminal Justice - (MSCJ, MACJ)    "The master's program emphasizes the critical link between scientific theory and research and its application through policies and programs. It prepares students for an administrative or research career in the criminal justice system and other related areas. Ranked among the best in the country, the College's master's program emphasizes the importance of scientifically rigorous research that informs public policy. It prepares students to be leaders in shaping America's response to crime. The College is the nation's oldest graduate program in criminology and criminal justice. It is known for its ground-breaking research, challenging academics, and inspiring intellectual community. Our vision is to become one of the top three criminology programs in the country; to set the standard for education and scholarship in the study of crime and criminal justice; and to create and disseminate knowledge that will be the foundation for an effective and responsible response to crime."

George Washington University, Washington DC - (MACJ)    "An MA Degree in Criminal Justice is offered in a joint program by the Sociology Department and the Forensic Sciences Department. The program is unique in combining training in traditional criminal justice and forensic sciences. Requirements include courses in research methods, statistics, criminal justice, and forensic sciences courses. The Criminal Justice program is an academic program, weighted toward traditional criminology (with some forensic science training as well), and is not intended to train practitioners who wish to work in criminal justice or security agencies."

Illinois State University - (MSCJ)(MACJ)    "The Department of Criminal Justice Sciences offers a program leading to the M.A. or M.S. degree. The program is interdisciplinary in nature and draws on concepts, theories, and applications from many facets of the social sciences. Students prepare to assume leadership positions in the field of criminal justice. Coursework in the program is designed to increase individual competency, develop analytical thought processes, and promote the development of professional skills. Coursework focuses on examination of contemporary issues in the administration of justice, counseling, research, and management problems in the field of criminal justice."

Indiana University - (MACJ)    "Welcome to the Department of Criminal Justice at Indiana University! From our origins more than half a century ago as the first university-based program in police administration in the United States, we have grown to one of the nation's foremost research faculties in criminal justice and law and society. Faculty research covers important developing areas that bridge the study of crime with study of law, culture, race, and gender. In addition to major components of the criminal justice system and the causes and distribution of crime, faculty conduct research in community justice, dispute settlement, violence, cross-cultural studies, and critical theory. The academic backgrounds of the faculty are multidisciplinary and include the fields of anthropology, geography, history, law, political science, psychology, and sociology, as well as criminal justice and criminology. As faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences, department members draw on the academic resources of one of the nation's finest research universities."

Kent State University OH - (MACJ)    "The goals of the M.A. in Justice Studies are for highly motivated students to build a firm theoretical and methodological foundation on the causation, treatment, and control of crime and delinquency, and the process of law and justice, to develop professional skills through experience in situations where knowledge gained in the classroom can be tested in applied settings, to develop critical thinking skills required to make a positive contribution to the justice profession, and to develop a behavioral and attitudinal orientation appropriate for the criminal justice profession. Another important purpose of the program is to prepare students for advanced study at the doctoral level."

Long Island University C.W. Post Campus NY - (MSCJ)    "The Master of Science in Criminal Justice is designed for students interested in a career in the public or private sector. In addition to the traditional concentration in criminal justice, specializations are available in Fraud Examination and Security Administration. These fields of study prepare students for entry and advancement within such areas as probation, parole, law enforcement, court administration, corrections, juvenile justice, diversionary programs and security management. The major also serves as a well-planned course of study for those planning to continue in related disciplines through advanced graduate work."

Loyola University New Orleans - (MCJ)    "The Department of Criminal Justice has a long-standing commitment to improving the quality of justice through education, research, and public service. The faculty of the Department of Criminal Justice recognizes its mission as threefold. First, the department is dedicated to offering its majors a state-of-the-art education in criminal justice by providing them with a comprehensive and critical understanding of the criminal justice system and the society in which it functions. At the same time, as part of College of Social Sciences, Loyola University New Orleans, the faculty is committed to addressing the special needs of adult learners and to preparing students to move into criminal justice careers or post graduate work as liberally educated, intellectually mature, ethically aware, and culturally sensitive men and women. "

Michigan State University - (MCJ)(MSCJ)    "The prevention of crime, the protection of life and property, the preservation of peace, the safeguarding of civil rights, and the maintenance of social order with justice and freedom for all, are essential to the functioning of a democratic society. To provide for this security, safety, peace, and freedom, public and private agencies at the local, state, and federal levels are engaged in activities designed to prevent crime and delinquency; intervene in criminal acts; apprehend offenders; adjudicate alleged offenses; redirect emergent criminal careers; promote safety and security in industrial and commercial organizations; increase highway safety; and to emphasize total community responsibility for these goals."

New Mexico State University - (MCJ)    "The Department of Criminal Justice at New Mexico State University provides two program options for earning the Master of Criminal Justice degree (MCJ), the traditional campus-based program and the online program. The online program is intended to serve students who are unable to relocate to Las Cruces or are in professions that prevent students from completing the traditional campus-based MCJ program."

North Carolina Central University - (MSCJ)    "NCCU's graduate programs have been developed with diversity and variety of interests in mind. With a goal of innovative excellence, the programs not only conform to the highest standards required by respective accreditation agencies, but are known for exemplary, cutting-edge achievement. Graduate and professional degrees are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences and the Schools of Business, Education, Law, and Library and Information Sciences."

Northeastern University MA- (MCJ)    "It is the primary goal of the Graduate School to help prepare students for research, policy development, administrative, and supervisory positions within the various sectors of the criminal justice field. Conditions and needs in criminal justice are always changing and, therefore, the program attempts to acquaint students with the most current perspectives as well as with substantive knowledge, technical skills and analytic methodologies."

Northern Michigan University - (MSCJ)    "The Master of Science Degree is a 36 credit-hour degree program designed to appeal to both pre-career and mid-career students who desire advanced study in the field of criminal justice. It will prepare graduate students to become highly capable criminal justice agency administrators, planners, and academicians. The program will also help prepare students planning to pursue doctoral degrees."

Boston University - Masters in Criminal Justice (MCJ)  The MCJ is designed to address the diverse professional interests and academic needs of all criminal justice professionals. It is designed to advance careers and provides access to further criminal justice studies, as well as the ability to teach in this area. Learn among a variety of professionals ranging from police chiefs, FBI agents, detectives, secret service, military intelligence and many more. In addition to the program's convenience and accessibility, the e-Learning experience offers a high degree of interaction among faculty members and graduate students. If you're aiming for graduate school and want accessible, encouraging faculty and a program that combines creativity, innovation, and critical analysis, then Boston's MCJ is the program for you. If you currently hold a bachelor's degree, you have already met the first requirement. Apply now and take advantage of the infinite opportunities available in criminal justice in an atmosphere where ideas thrive and successful professional careers are launched.

Florida Metropolitan University - Master of Science in Criminal Justice  Further your knowledge of crime and the criminal justice system through a comprehensive study in the areas of theory, research methods and statistics, policy and administration. The program will prepare you for management positions in probation, corrections, immigration, law enforcement, and security. The curriculum offers a balance of theory and application in the areas of law, ethics, crime and criminology, applied research methods, critical issues in criminal justice, statistical methods, constitutional theory, management skills, and victimology. The curriculum is designed to provide you with solid leadership and management skills that are applicable to the many disciplines of the program. You will gain the tools necessary to identify, research and solve problems as they relate to the criminal justice system.The multi-faceted approach prepares you for employment in an agency or department within the criminal justice community. You will also broaden your skills by obtaining job-related knowledge and expertise in the specialized areas of law enforcement administration, corrections, juvenile justice, drug abuse, and abuse counseling. Some career opportunities include Forensics scientist, Crime prevention specialist, and Criminal investigator. The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Degree offers a specialized overview of the criminal justice system, preparing graduates for management-level positions in a broad array of criminal justice environments.

New England College - Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership (MSCJL)  The New England College online Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership (MSCJL) program was developed by industry leaders and respected academia with the intention of providing a specialized degree for busy professionals who want to augment their current education and experience in the field of law enforcement and criminal justice to remain ahead in an increasingly competitive market. This program has been developed especially for professionals who have work and home life commitments, and an intense desire to achieve professional excellence in their career. You will deepen your understanding of every facet of criminal justice policy by mastering essential knowledge and skills such as: Criminal Justice Leadership and Critical Issues. Forensics, Law, and the Criminal Justice System. Criminal Justice Research. Criminal Justice Policy and Program Evaluation. Professional & Organizational Ethics.

University of Cincinnati - Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ)  The University of Cincinnati Master of Science in Criminal Justice distance learning degree program is designed to improve the knowledge and skills of working professionals for practice in our complex and challenging criminal justice system. To provide a comprehensive, contemporary criminal justice program of post-professional studies, coursework is organized into four areas: theory, administration and policy, research, and special topics. In addition to content-based courses, students will complete a demonstration project that will allow them to apply their course knowledge to real world policy issues. You will complete coursework and interact with instructors and peers through an innovative distance learning format and are not required to come to the University of Cincinnati campus. The program involves a combination of lectures via multimedia presentations, readings, online activities, discussion sessions and peer and professional support systems.

Virginia College Online - Criminal Justice - MS  The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree is designed to provide an advanced and in-depth study of the criminal justice system from a management and administrative viewpoint. The curriculum includes advanced courses in the different fields of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile justice, as well as courses that will increase the students’ understanding of criminological theories and social science research. This program is designed to help prepare students to take on leadership and managerial positions at the local, state, and federal levels of the criminal justice system. In 1997, Virginia College received senior college recognition from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) which now accredits all programs at the school’s campuses.

 

 

Oklahoma City University - (MCJ)    "The Mission of the Oklahoma City University Master of Criminal Justice program is to prepare students to be researchers, administrators, or policy-makers in agencies dealing with justice-related issues. For those interested, the program also prepares students to continue their graduate education. Academic excellence guides faculty and graduate work. Each student's unique potential is nurtured through faculty interaction and mentoring. The faculty provides a solid base for critical thinking, reading, and writing in a curriculum infused with intellectual, spiritual, and moral development."

 

Penn State University - (MACJ)    "The program reflects the numerous complexities of the discipline. It provides academic leadership for students to work within corrections, institutionalized and non-institutionalized settings, victim services, adult and juvenile services, policing and law enforcement, private security, courts, and other human service organizations serving the clients of these institutions. It also helps develop research acumen for those students who may wish to consider doctoral studies."

Portland State University OR - (MSCJ)    "The Division of Criminology and Criminal Justice offers a program of study designed to provide students a broad-based understanding of the criminal justice system and society's response to crime. A major goal of the program is to develop understanding of the applied and theoretical aspects of crime and criminal justice. The program provides students with a high degree of flexibility and allows students to tailor the program to match their own career interests. Core coursework consists of classes in the theoretical foundations of criminology and criminal justice, methodology, and criminal justice policy analysis."

Rutgers University NJ - (MACJ)    "Students have two options for completing a masters degree: masters essay or comprehensive examination. For the master's essay, students complete a paper on an empirical research project, a legal research project, a policy proposal, a needs assessment, a grant proposal, a review of literature or other criminal justice-focused project. The comprehensive exam is a written final examination that tests students' ability to synthesize a body of knowledge in criminal justice."

San Diego State University - (Master of Criminal Justice and Criminology)    "The Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology program offers students a unique opportunity to integrate knowledge from the fields of sociology, criminology and criminal justice. The program emphasizes research methods and theoretical perspectives in criminal justice and criminology with substantive course work in international criminal justice, social control systems and criminal justice policy. The Master of Criminal Justice and Criminology is a joint program offered by the School of Public Administration and Urban studies and the Department of Sociology. Students earning a MCJC undertake a course of study that prepares them to teach at the community college level; for further academic work in a doctoral degree program; or to work in the field of criminal justice as a researcher or policy analyst. "