Master in Criminal Justice Concentration within the M.P.A.

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The Master in Criminal Justice Concentration within the M.P.A. at University of Wyoming is for students who want a Master's degree and have a Bachelor's degree. This 1-2 year program helps students learn about criminal justice and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes subjects like law enforcement, corrections, and judicial systems. Students develop skills in research, policy analysis, and program management. The program also includes hands-on components like internships and research projects.

Graduates can work as crime analysts, policy analysts, or program managers. They can also work in government, non-profit, or private industries as criminal justice specialists, law enforcement administrators, or correctional officers.