MS Criminal Justice - Homeland Security & Global Justice

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security and Global Justice at Lasell University prepares you for leadership roles in safeguarding national and international security. This program delves into federal law enforcement practices, international justice policy, and the ethical considerations of balancing security with civil liberties. You will gain skills in responding to terror threats, understanding security agency structures, preventing and investigating cyber and physical attacks, and managing international teams. With a focus on problem-solving in an increasingly interconnected world, this rigorous curriculum equips you to address complex homeland security and international crime issues. The program emphasizes personalized learning with small class sizes, allowing for close faculty interaction and networking opportunities. You'll benefit from industry connections and a Capstone experience to apply your knowledge, alongside participation in ethics and diversity workshops. Lasell's graduate program fosters career advancement through a supportive community of working professionals. You'll expand your network, enhance your leadership potential, and engage with an active alumni network. Career services offer workshops on resume building and career planning, positioning you for success in roles such as Security Supervisor, Emergency Management, Criminal Investigator, Intelligence Research, Cybersecurity Specialist, and Law Enforcement. Job growth in homeland security is projected to be 6% from 2022 to 2032.

Curriculum

The MS in Criminal Justice program requires 36 credits. This includes 21 credits of core coursework, 9 credits for the Homeland Security & Global Justice concentration, 6 credits of electives, and a 3-credit Capstone project (either a Research Project or Internship). Courses are offered in 8 or 16-week modules.

1. Core Courses
   • The Criminal Justice System & ProcessCJ701
   • Critical Legal Issues in Crim JusticeCJ702
   • Advanced Criminological ThoughtCJ703
   • Ethical Theory & Criminal Justice PolicyCJ704
   • Criminal Justice Leadership & ManagementCJ705
   • Research Methods & Statistical AnalysisCJ709
2. Capstone
   • Research Project CapstoneCJ798
   • InternshipCJ799
3. Concentration Courses
   • Terrorism & Homeland SecurityCJ730
   • Transnational CrimeCJ731
   • Cybercrime & Data SecurityCJ732
4. Electives

Careers

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in various sectors of homeland security and global justice. The program fosters career advancement through networking, skill development, and alumni engagement.

• Security Supervisor
• Emergency Management Specialist
• Criminal Investigator
• Intelligence Researcher
• Cybersecurity Specialist
• Law Enforcement Officer