Department of History & Political Science
Administration of Justice
Develop the skills you need to succeed in the field of justice.
Advance Your Career in the Criminal Justice System with a Master’s in Administration of Justice.
Mississippi College understands that working adults often juggle multiple responsibilities — we want to make education more accessible for you. That’s why our Master’s in Administration of Justice courses are offered during the day, in the evening, and online.
Enhance Your Skills with an MS in Administration of Justice
Further your education in the fields of criminal justice, homeland security/emergency management, or loss prevention/security management by earning a Master of Science degree from Mississippi College.
| Requirement | Class Name | Hours |
| Required Administration of Justice Core | 9 | |
| AJU 5400 | Police Rights and Responsibilities | 3 |
|
AJU 5401 |
Police Personnel Administration | 3 |
| AJU 5430 | Police Problems and Practice | 3 |
| Loss Prevention Concentration | 9 |
|
| AJU 5405 | Introduction to Loss Prevention | 3 |
| AJU 5443 | Introduction to Physical Security | 3 |
| One Loss Prevention Elective | ||
| Elective Courses from Related Fields | Chosen with Advisor | 12 |
| Total Hours | 30 |
| Requirement | Class Name | Hours |
| Required Administration of Justice Core | 9 | |
| AJU 5400 | Police Rights and Responsibilities | 3 |
|
AJU 5401 |
Police Personnel Administration | 3 |
| AJU 5430 | Police Problems and Practice | 3 |
| Administration of Justice Electives | 9 | |
| Elective Courses from Related Fields | Chosen with Advisor | 12 |
| Total Hours | 30 |
WHAT IS A CAREER IN ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE?
Careers in the field of administration of justice span a wide range of roles within the criminal justice field, including:
- Enforcing laws
- Obtaining warrants and arresting suspects
- Patrolling assigned areas
- Preparing cases and testifying in court
- Writing reports and completing forms
An Expansive Administration of Justice Program
Among the colleges in Mississippi, few offer an administration of justice program as comprehensive as Mississippi College’s, covering everything from criminal justice to homeland security and loss prevention/security management. Students can complete this degree on either a 30- or 36-hour track.
