The Master of Science in Criminal Justice program, with a concentration in Fraud Examination , provides students with an opportunity to focus their graduate studies on the interdisciplinary skills necessary to investigate, detect, and deter fraud and other financial crimes. Students will combine foundational accounting and financial management courses with the investigation, deterrence, and law courses necessary to make a direct, positive impact for their future employers.
12 months (full-time)
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Financial aid, offered through a variety of government, state, and local programs, grants, and scholarships—is available to those who qualify. To learn more about the financing options available to help you pursue a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, contact us today.
With a Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree from South College, you’ll develop skills that can open doors to professional opportunities within the criminal justice and the legal system, including positions such as probation officer, police officer, correctional officer, security guard, crime scene investigator, fraud investigator, and more. There are many diverse opportunities within the criminal justice field.
Graduates of South College’s Master of Science in Criminal Justice program with concentration in Fraud Examination will demonstrate an understanding of financial transactions and fraud schemes utilized by individual criminals. They will implement strategies and techniques to uncover, prevent, and deter fraudulent activities within an institution, demonstrating an understanding of various laws associated with the investigation, evidence gathering, and prosecution of white-collar criminals.
South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels, as well as certificates. Questions about the accreditation of South College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).