Administration of Justice
Make a Personal Impact on Society with a Career in Criminal Justice
Do you want to contribute to a fair and just legal system where your ethics and instincts will always be in high demand? Our Administration of Justice major prepares you for a dynamic and challenging career in law enforcement, criminology, court operations, corrections, and even private investigation.
As an Administration of Justice major, you’ll gain an understanding of political institutions and issues confronting and potentially compromising the justice system. You’ll grow your knowledge of multiple theories and issues associated with justice systems and their sociological and psychological implications:
- Research methods and analysis
- Approaches to management and organizational behavior
- Ethical considerations in decision-making and leadership
Administration of Justice majors must also understand and solve practical policy issues facing the practice of criminal justice in society. Develop an understanding of the theories and applications of forensic science as you acquire the analytical and conceptual skills needed to successfully complete the Administration of Justice degree requirements.
Catawba College recommends that Administration of Justice majors gain conversational expertise in a foreign language, particularly Spanish, to better ensure your competitiveness in the workplace.
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Ranked #4
Catawba College is ranked fourth among Best Regional Colleges in the South by U.S. News. Our reputation of being a quality, accessible private college precedes us.
Custom Tailored Education
Custom Tailored Education
Combine multidisciplinary areas of study – politics, law enforcement, corrections, criminal investigations, sociology, psychology, management, ethics, chemistry, and more – to custom tailor your education in preparation for your unique personal career goals.
Program Details
Highest Competitiveness
Administration of Justice majors are provided a broad-based approach to the study of law enforcement and criminal justice while focusing on key skills critical to maintaining your competitiveness in today’s workplace: communication, writing, presentation, and analytical problem-solving skills; and, particularly, a deeper appreciation for the importance and values of governance, citizenship, and society.
Internship Opportunities
Administration of Justice majors at Catawba College build their professional resume while acquiring professional skills by fulfilling unique internship requirement opportunities at regional law firms, in the Rowan County Courts System, at area police and sheriff’s departments, with social services departments, local government agencies, or at area correctional and detention facilities.
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Outcomes
Outcomes
Careers - Catawba College's Administration of Justice majors are making an impact in the following positions:
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Senior Residing Judge
- Federal Marshal
- Probation Officer
- Victim Advocate
- Criminal Investigator
- State Highway Patrol Officer
- Social Services Manager
Graduate Schools - Catawba College Administration of Justice alumni have gone on to earn graduate degrees at the following schools:
- American University
- Appalachian State University
- University of Montana
- UNC-Chapel Hill
- Emory University School of Law
- University of Georgia School of Law
Catawba College is excited to announce the launch of its NC Center of Politics and Public Service with an inaugural event titled “The Media, Journalism, and Politics in 2024.” The event aims to foster dialogue and insights into the evolving landscape of media, journalism, and politics, particularly within the region and the state.
An anonymous $360,000 gift to Catawba College is dedicated to the founding of a new Center whose focus and mission is on studying North Carolina politics and promoting public service.
The North Carolina Network for Fair, Safe, and Secure Elections, in partnership with Catawba College, announced plans for a cross-partisan Commission on the Future of Elections.
