Our mission is to create a student-centered, world-class educational system that focuses on offering quality, market-relevant programs to lifelong learners.
Since 1971, National University has been dedicated to meeting the needs of hard-working adults by providing accessible, affordable, and achievable higher education opportunities. Founded by retired U.S. Navy Capt. David Chigos, we now educate to grow and change, but our commitment to our values remains constant. National University’s values include:
Quality: Provide an exceptional student experience, from initial contact to degree completion and engagement as alumni.
Innovation: Cultivate innovation and invest in the latest developments that will have a positive impact on our students
Collaboration: Create cooperative work relationships, enabling us to develop the best services, learning solutions, and academic pathways for our students.
Diversity: Embrace differences in race, gender, age, ability, and geography as a part of our academic fabric and appreciate those differences as drivers of change.
Access: Offer Flexible, convenient, and affordable courses and programs for any qualified and motivated lifelong learner.
Today’s multifaceted criminal justice system demands ethical leaders who possess the critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address the complex issues and challenges of criminal justice in the 21st century. National University’s Master of Criminal Justice Leadership is designed to prepare you for in-demand careers in government at the local state, and federal levels.
In as few as 12 months, you can earn your Master’s in Criminal Justice Leadership and be ready to confidently pursue high-level positions in law enforcement management, correctional administration, security administration, criminal justice research, and teaching or training assignments.
NU’s flexible, online learning format is designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of adult learners. Our four-week courses allow you to focus on a single topic and conveniently fit learning into your busy lifestyle. If you’re ready to become a leader in criminal justice, NU is ready to prepare you with the industry-current credentials to achieve your career goals.
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