MBA in Criminal Justice

Managers working in criminal justice must handle delicate moral issues while supervising the implementation of new policies and departmental changes. Graduates of MBA programs with criminal justice emphases will receive education that will prepare them to handle these responsibilities. Many people working for police agencies, correctional facilities, forensic science departments, and security companies obtain these degrees to advance their careers and qualify for new job opportunities.

Commonly required courses in criminal justice MBA programs include research methods, public policy, intervention policies, and business administration basics. Other common courses include forensic science procedures, corrections and incarceration policies, and juvenile criminal justice.

There are numerous higher education institutions offering MBA programs with criminal justice emphases. Those who successfully complete these programs more often than not receive promotions and qualify for higher pay.