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South University Announces New Specialization in the Online Master's Program for Criminal Justice
SAVANNAH, Ga. – August 24, 2009 – Today, South University announced the introduction of a new specialization in the online master's degree program for professionals seeking to either further their careers or enter the field of Criminal Justice. The new specialization in Public Administration allows students enrolled in The Master of Criminal Justice online degree program to focus on such vital areas as policy analysis, leadership in public sector organizations, budgeting and intergovernmental relations.
The new Public Administration specialization joins the existing specializations of Homeland Security, Corrections and Cyber Crime in meeting the needs of existing Criminal Justice professionals as well as those seeking to enter the field. Graduates of South University's Master of Science in Criminal Justice online degree program will meet a demonstrated need. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, "Overall opportunities in local police departments will be excellent for individuals who meet the psychological, personal, and physical qualifications." "There will be more competition for jobs in Federal and State law enforcement agencies than for jobs in local agencies. Employment of police and detectives is expected to grow 11 percent over the 2006-16 decade, about as fast as the average for all occupations." "Applicants with a bachelor's degree and several years of law enforcement or military experience, especially investigative experience, will have the best opportunities in Federal agencies." Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Police and Detectives, on the internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos160.htm.
Through South University's online programs, students benefit from accelerated five and one-half week courses. This accelerated format provides students the opportunity to earn a Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online in as little as 9 months. Degree completion time may be shorter if the student has previous transferable college credit as determined by South University.
Students in one of South University's online programs receive the same degree, quality instruction, variety of learning options and level of service found at its five campus locations. In addition to enjoying the flexibility and convenience of attending classes online, South University delivers the full a range of campus experiences and services online, including advising, tutoring, student community, and career services.
About South University
Established in 1899, South University is a private academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. South University offers educational programs at the associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with campuses located in Savannah, Ga., Columbia, S.C., Richmond, VA., Tampa and West Palm Beach, Fla. and Montgomery, Ala. Visit South University online at: www.southuniversity.edu. For more information about South University's online programs, call 1-888-444-3404 or visit http://online.southuniversity.edu.
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