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Description Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice provides preparation in many areas of the criminal justice system. Topics include crimes, laws, investigation, arrest, prosecution, punishment, return to society and how components work together and are governed by laws, the Supreme Court and the Constitution. This exploration of the American criminal justice system culminates with an emphasis on research, analysis and the future of the system

Program Objectives The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives. To develop students’ ability to understand the tools and procedures used by law enforcement To develop students’ ability to think critically and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing To assist students in becoming more proficient in researching, collecting and organizing complex data, solving problems and working collaboratively To prepare students for employment and advancement in law enforcement fields Prerequisite for Major Courses: None. Criminal Justice Program Outline To receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice, students must earn 120.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows. Criminal Justice Lower Division Courses  (24.0 credit hours) Criminology 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Criminal Justice 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Corrections 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Law Enforcement 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Juvenile Procedures 3.0 credit hours Criminal Procedures 3.0 credit hours Criminal Law 3.0 credit hours Criminal Investigation 3.0 credit hours   Lower Division General Education Courses (36.0 credit hours) NOTE: All lower division major and general education courses should be completed before upper division courses are undertaken. Criminal Justice Upper Division Courses  (51.0 credit hours) Deviant Behavior 3.0 credit hours Victimology 3.0 credit hours Criminal Justice Management 3.0 credit hours Organized Crime 3.0 credit hours White-Collar and Economic Crime 3.0 credit hours Drug Control 3.0 credit hours Street Gangs 3.0 credit hours Terrorism 3.0 credit hours Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice 3.0 credit hours Alternative Punishment 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Crime Scene Technology 3.0 credit hours Comparative Criminal Justice Systems 3.0 credit hours Technology and Crime 3.0 credit hours Integrated Criminal Justice Capstone Project 3.0 credit hours Criminal Evidence and Procedures 3.0 credit hours Criminal Justice Document Management 3.0 credit hours Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior 3.0 credit hours   Upper Division General Education Courses  -    9.0 credit hours Computers in Criminal Justice 3.0 credit hours T Critical Thinking 3.0 credit hours T Sociology of the Urban Community 3.0 credit hours T The letter “T” represents a course designed for transferability between institutions

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