Curriculum and Completion Requirements
Curriculum
Completion Requirements
- 48 quarter credits
- Foundation course (3 cr.)
- Core courses (45 cr.)
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0610.
Admissions
Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.
Streamlined Admissions Process
Earning your MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management degree online is a bold step forward on your professional path. Walden makes it easier with our streamlined admissions process that includes:
No application fee
Easy credit transfer
No essay
Program Admission Considerations: A bachelor's degree or higher.
General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.
Tuition Breakdown
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Believe & Achieve Scholarship®
Walden grants
Federal and state grants
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| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 48 total quarter credit hours | $560 per quarter hour | $26,880 |
| Program Fee | Per quarter | $180 | $900 |
$27,780** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$5,600 | ||
*Represents course-based learning format, minimum time to completion, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 24 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $1,000 and $1,400.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program will be well-prepared for a number of occupations across an array of areas, including law enforcement, courts, corrections, and probation. Possible job titles include:
- Background investigator
- Border patrol agent
- Correctional administrator
- Customs agent
- Detective
- Deputy U.S. marshal
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officer
- FBI AGENT
- Federal pretrial service officer
- Federal probation officer
- Federal protection service officer
- Gang crimes investigator
- Narcotics officer
- Parole officer / Probation Officer
- Placement officer
- Pre-Trial Investigator (PSI)
- Private investigator
- Public relations officer
- Sentencing analyst
- Secret service
- Sheriff
- U.S. Marshal
- Undercover operative
- Victim restitution professional
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management program will be able to:
- Utilize theory and research to analyze historical trends and current perspectives in criminal justice.
- Use research to evaluate factors related to crime and the impact of crime on criminal justice policies, practices, and procedures.
- Evaluate the impact of U.S. constitutional policy and procedures on the criminal justice system.
- Analyze the impact of the criminal justice process on victims and perpetrators.
- Synthesize principles from criminal justice theories, processes, and practices to promote social justice and positive social change.
- Compare the structural functions and interactions of law enforcement, courts, and corrections within the criminal justice system at the local, state, and federal level.
- Discuss how criminal justice laws and policies are adopted, implemented, and evaluated.
- Evaluate the management philosophies used in managing human resources in criminal justice organizations.
- Discuss the leadership skills needed for working with diverse populations.