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Our Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Criminal Justice program will teach you the theories underlying our society’s law enforcement, judicial and corrections systems.
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You will also learn how to apply that knowledge in situations where the three areas intersect.
Career opportunities with an Associate in Criminal Justice degree
Graduates of the associates in criminal justice program will be prepared for a range of exciting entry-level positions. The demand for trained job applicants is strong in each of the following areas:
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Law enforcement (support staff)
The private sector also holds opportunity for CJ grads, in professions including private investigator and security specialist. At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business we are focused on helping our students move quickly into rewarding careers. In addition to job training, you will receive career placement services before and after you graduate, as you position yourself for advancement in the criminal justice field. Questions? Contact a college representative
Criminal justice instructors: experienced professionals
Instructors in the criminal justice degree program at GU/MSB are seasoned professionals. In addition to theoretical knowledge, they share the benefit of their on-the-job experience with students. Criminal justice instructor bios include the following professional experiences:
- Minnesota Office of Justice Programs Crime Victim’s Unit
- Ramsey County Prosecutor assigned to the Gangs and Guns Unit
- Minnesota Department of Corrections correctional officer
- Private security officer
- Minnesota State Patrol, state trooper
- Hennepin County Deputy Sheriff
Criminal Justice Advisory Board
For 130 years, Globe University/Minnesota School of Business has been providing career skills training designed to meet employers’ needs. We developed our A.A.S. in Criminal Justice degree program with the help of an advisory board composed of leaders in the field, instructors, alumni and students. Criminal Justice Advisory Board members hold positions in public and private organizations, including the following:
• Special Investigator, MN Department of Corrections
• Security Director, Minnesota Twins
• Executive Team Lead Assets Protection, Target Corporation
• Customs Officer, US Customs
• Affirmative Action Manager, MN Department of Corrections
• Corrections Program Director, MN Department of Corrections
• Probation Officer, Washington County
• Captain, Hennepin County Detention Center
• State Trooper, MN State Patrol
• Custom Protection Officer, Wackenhut Corporation
College credit for work experience and military training
We respect the varied talents our students bring to the classroom, and will carefully evaluate requests for college credit for work experience and military training.
The Associate in Criminal Justice degree program is offered at all GU/MSB college campuses, including locations in the Twin Cities region and in greater Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. You can take classes day or evening and full or part-time. Need more flexibility? Consider our Criminal Justice Online program. You can complete all coursework without every visiting a campus.
More information about the Criminal Justice program at GU/MSB
Contact our admissions office and get more information about the criminal justice program at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business. A representative will answer your questions, invite you on a college tour, and guide you through the admissions maze.

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Globe University and Minnesota School of Business are members of the Globe Education Network. Other member colleges include Utah Career College, Institute of Production and Recording, Minnesota School of Cosmetology, and the Duluth Business University. Globe Education Network also provides academic support and manages a wealth of shared resources for the benefit of students. Through consortium agreements approved by member schools' accrediting bodies, students are able to earn credit for classes taken at member schools.
Globe University/Minnesota School of Business is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees, Bachelor of Science degrees, Associate in Applied Science degrees and diplomas.