BSBA in Criminal Justice Management

Managing public and private security operations presents a unique challenge in today’s evolving economy. Our Criminal Justice Management program was born out of a need for a focused curriculum that provided students like you with a foundation of business, organizational, and change management skills. You’ll prepare for leadership positions in modern law enforcement and first response organizations, or take the reigns in corporate and information security.

There has never been a greater need for effective leadership at all levels of the Criminal Justice field, and our CJM graduates are out there helping to create a sustainable future for the global security industry. This program will prepare you to work in security and management careers as an investigator, emergency planner, disaster management specialist, homeland security analyst, or physical security professional.

Our Criminal Justice faculty have worked across industries in law enforcement, corrections, forensics, research, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, military, and social work. Their years of real-world experience breathe life into our Criminal Justice curriculum and prepare students like you for the realities of these rewarding careers.

Career Possibilities for Criminal Justice Degree

Career opportunities for Criminal Justice Management majors are plentiful in both the public and the private sectors. Graduates can pursue whatever career their passion leads them to, whether that be an FBI agent or a non-profit social worker. Some possible occupations for graduates of the program include:

• Armed Security Officer
• Correctional Officer
• Emergency Management Specialist
• Federal Agent
• Fraud Investigator
• Loss Prevention Specialist
• Prison Warden
• U.S. Postal Inspector

Regardless of your career path, all Nichols students have access to our Career and Professional Development Center. A myriad of resources are at your disposal from your first day on campus to the day you retire. Find out about our dedication to professional development here.