Career Implications of the M.S. in CJCThe master of science degree in criminal justice and criminology is intended to prepare students for careers in field practice, research, administration and program evaluation in public and private justice-related agencies. Students also may find the degree a useful prelude to law school or doctoral study in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, political science or public administration. Career opportunities are not restricted to those traditionally defined as criminal justice (i.e., law enforcement or correctional administration). Options include program planning, policy evaluation and investigative work for state and federal regulatory agencies, management and planning for private security agencies; and research and evaluation for legislative and public and private advisory agencies. Students with the M.S. degree also may find some teaching opportunities open to them, although permanent employment in institutions of higher education usually requires a doctoral degree.
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