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Indiana University Online

Criminal Justice Leadership and Management, Graduate Certificate

Advance your law enforcement career and lead officers in the field with IU Online's Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management. This flexible online certificate program prepares you to take on a leadership role in the criminal justice system.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

12

Campuses Hosting

  • East
  • Indianapolis
  • Kokomo
  • Northwest
  • Southeast

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

As a student in IU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management, you'll study the core components and processes of the criminal justice system, major issues, methodological techniques for research and reporting, and leadership and management skills. You’ll also study research-based leadership and management techniques for improved performance and results.
You’ll receive an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

To be accepted to this program, you must have: 

  • A bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA for the last 60 undergraduate credit hours completed
  • 2.75 GPA overall minimum
Special consideration will be afforded to individuals with five years of related work experience.

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes: 

  • Official transcripts 
  • 250-word personal statement explaining background and goals for entering the program 
  • TOEFL score of 550 paper/79 internet required for international students whose first language is not English

Application Dates

Fall semester: Aug 1

Spring semester: Jan 1

Summer 1 semester: May1 

Summer 2 semester: Jun 15

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management prepares you for leadership and management roles in:

  • Police and law enforcement 
  • Customs and border protection
  • Intelligence agencies
  • Corrections
  • Public and private security

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management, you must complete 12 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Graduate study in criminal justice (3 credit hours)
  • Research methods (3 credit hours)
  • Planning and Management in Criminal Justice (3 credit hours)
  • Diversity in Criminal Justice (3 credit hours)

Core Classes for the Criminal Justice and Leadership Management
Course Number Course Name Credits
CJUS-P 501
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SPEA-J 582		 Proseminar: Criminal Justice I
-OR-
Criminal Justice Systems		 3 Credits
SPEA-J 502
-OR-
CJUS-P 594		 Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Public Safety
-OR-
Introduction to Research Methods		 3 Credits
SPEA-J 682 Planning and Management in Criminal Justice and Public Safety 3 Credits
CJUS-P 682
-OR-
CJUS-P/SPEA-J TBA		 Seminar on Law Enforcement and Minorities
-OR-
Diversity in Criminal Justice		 3 Credits

Find course descriptions with our Search Schedule of Classes/Courses tool.

Program cost information

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Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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