Kaplan University offers the Master of Public Administration Program to individuals interested in obtaining knowledge and skills required in leadership positions in the public sector. The program places special focus on teaching management and decision- making skills with particular emphasis on developing public value, ethical decision-making, innovation, knowledge base, finance, diversity, and leadership. Students are allowed to develop their expertise through Intensive Study Areas such as Criminal Justice which explores theories and practices related to employment and policy law, critical issues facing the criminal justice field, and justice management.

A total of fifty-five (55) credits have to be completed by the student consisting of Core and Elective Requirements. Core Courses include Applied Research in Legal Studies, Public Administration and Management, Leadership in the Public Sector, Finance and the Administration of Public Funds, Human Resource Management in the Public Sector, and the Comprehensive Exam Capstone. The Elective Requirement is comprised of Intensive Study Area Courses. Criminal Justice Area Courses include Organizational Behavior, Employment and Policy Law, Theoretical Applications of Justice Management, 500/600 Level Legal Studies Elective, and Critical Legal Issues in Criminal Justice or Critical Issues in Criminal Justice.

Qualified students may avail of financial aid, scholarship, or tuition discount. Prospective students include criminal justice professionals, active military personnel, and bachelor degree holders who seek career advancement opportunities in the field. Master’s degree holders have more chances for promotion and leadership positions. The university is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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