BA-AJST - Bachelor of Arts in Administration of Justice
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Program Description
Catawba College's Administration of Justice major prepares graduates for a dynamic and challenging career in law enforcement, criminology, court operations, corrections, and even private investigation by taking an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the role of law enforcement in our society.
As an Administration of Justice major, students gain an understanding of political institutions and issues confronting and potentially compromising the justice system. Students will be introduced to multiple theories and issues associated with justice systems and their sociological and psychological implications. In addition, students will gain knowledge in managerial and organizational behavior, along with confronting ethical considerations in decision-making and leadership.
Administration of Justice majors must also understand and solve practical policy issues facing the practice of criminal justice in society. Majors will also develop an understanding of the theories and applications of forensic science.
Catawba College recommends that Administration of Justice majors gain conversational expertise in a foreign language, particularly Spanish, to better ensure your competitiveness in the workplace.
Outcomes
Careers - Catawba College's Administration of Justice majors are making an impact in the following positions:
Law Enforcement Officer
Senior Residing Judge
Federal Marshal
Probation Officer
Victim Advocate
Criminal Investigator
State Highway Patrol Officer
Social Services Manager
Graduate Schools - Catawba College Administration of Justice alumni have gone on to earn graduate degrees at the following schools:
American University
Appalachian State University
University of Montana
UNC-Chapel Hill
Emory University School of Law
University of Georgia School of Law
As an Administration of Justice major, students gain an understanding of political institutions and issues confronting and potentially compromising the justice system. Students will be introduced to multiple theories and issues associated with justice systems and their sociological and psychological implications. In addition, students will gain knowledge in managerial and organizational behavior, along with confronting ethical considerations in decision-making and leadership.
Administration of Justice majors must also understand and solve practical policy issues facing the practice of criminal justice in society. Majors will also develop an understanding of the theories and applications of forensic science.
Catawba College recommends that Administration of Justice majors gain conversational expertise in a foreign language, particularly Spanish, to better ensure your competitiveness in the workplace.
Outcomes
Careers - Catawba College's Administration of Justice majors are making an impact in the following positions:
Law Enforcement Officer
Senior Residing Judge
Federal Marshal
Probation Officer
Victim Advocate
Criminal Investigator
State Highway Patrol Officer
Social Services Manager
Graduate Schools - Catawba College Administration of Justice alumni have gone on to earn graduate degrees at the following schools:
American University
Appalachian State University
University of Montana
UNC-Chapel Hill
Emory University School of Law
University of Georgia School of Law
Degree Designation
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Program Level
Bachelors