At Salem University, the Administration of Justice specialization of the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree program provides comprehensive exposure to a broad set of issues within the modern criminal justice field. This concentration is advantageous for students who wish to pursue a career in criminal justice but are unsure of just what area they’re most interested in being a part of. A Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree can also be a great stepping-off point toward getting your Master of Science in Criminal Justice.
About Salem’s Administration of Justice Bachelor’s Degree
Today’s criminal justice administration landscape is a complex system of professionals working in a variety of organizations, all of whom play a part in our modern legal process. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects protective service occupations will have around 409,500 open jobs each year.
We’ve designed our bachelor’s degree curriculum with the goal of providing a high-quality education that prepares you for a career in criminal justice administration. We aim to develop your leadership and problem-solving skills and encourage all of our students to read critically, ask appropriate questions, gather information, and apply critical analysis. And we do all of this within a framework that fits into your current life and responsibilities with our unique, one-course-a-month schedule.
What Can I Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Administration of Justice?
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with an emphasis on the administration of justice can help you prepare for entry-level employment in careers like:
- Parole/Probation Officer (Adult or Juvenile)
- Police Officer (State, County or Local)
- Correctional Officer
- Correctional Counselor
- Case Manager (jail/prison)
- Fish and Game Warden
- Security Officer
- State Trooper
- Crime Scene Investigator
- Crime Analyst
- Crime Victims Service
- Child Protective Services
- Fraud Investigator
- US Postal Inspector
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agent
- Private Detective
- Bailiff
You could also qualify for a position as an agent with a variety of federal agencies like FBI, DEA, ATF, Secret Service, US Marshals and Immigrations & Customs Enforcement.
What Will I Learn in Salem’s Bachelor’s Degree in Administration of Justice?
With the administration of justice degree specialization, you’ll start with the core of our criminal justice program so that you can build a solid foundation in the field. You’ll learn critical thinking and ethical decision-making skills as you look into key concepts like criminal and constitutional law, crisis intervention, domestic violence, terrorism, evidence and procedure, and investigation and forensics. We want you to understand not just the basics but also the history and philosophy behind the criminal justice system and where it can grow and evolve in the future. All of this is brought together in a capstone course that gives you the opportunity to set up and manage an actual sporting event.
In your specialized criminal justice and administration of justice bachelor’s degree, you’ll cover topics like:
- Basic police functions
- Concepts on changing human behavior
- Correctional management
- The juvenile justice system,
- Corporate and white collar crime
- Modern management theory within the criminal justice administration landscape, including civil liability, political power, and ethics
Administration of Justice & Criminal Justice Courses: Core Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program with a specialization in Administration of Justice requires the completion of 75 foundational and elective credits, as well as 30 core criminal justice credits that include:
- CJU205 Criminal Law
- CJU210 Criminal Evidence and Constitutional Procedure
- CJU230 Criminal Investigation and Forensics
- CJU233 Crisis Intervention
- CJU242 Domestic Violence
- CJU270 Terrorism
- CJU405 Constitutional Law
- CJU408 Criminal Justice Research and Statistics
- CJU440 Ethics in Criminal Justice
- CJU499 Capstone
You will also take 15 credits in the Administration of Justice specialization:
- CJU215 Police Operations
- CJU220 Corrections System and Operations
- CJU221 Juvenile Justice
- CJU325 White Collar Crime
- CJU449 Criminal Justice Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Admission Requirements
Admission to Salem is open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or ability/disability. Anyone wishing to attend Salem can obtain the necessary application from the Office of Admissions or apply online. The completed application should be submitted to the Office of Admissions at the earliest possible date. The University admits students on a rolling, monthly start basis. Acceptance is within the discretion of Salem University; some programs have additional admissions requirements.
Take the Next Step
If you’re interested in getting started on your Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice — Administration of Justice degree from Salem University? Request more information or start your application today to begin your journey toward a brighter future in criminal justice administration.
