Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL)
The Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree program is designed to provide executive-level organizational leadership skills for law enforcement supervisory and management professionals. The program is developed to formulate real time management solutions with an emphasis on the administering of policies, procedures, and guidelines for the law enforcement executive leader. Criminal justice agencies operate in divisions, sections, and bureaus and other sub-system categories. There are functions associated with each category and this master’s curriculum will help the learner prepare to implement and execute these functions. The MSLEEL program educates executives, managers, line-level supervisors, and persons interested in becoming executive leaders in the criminal justice field.
- Credits Required: 36
- Cost Per Credit: $645
- Program Length: 2 years (full-time status)1
- Max Transfer Credits: 6 credits2
1Many factors can impact your time to completion such as course loads, course extensions or repetitions, transfer or proficiency credits, and approved leaves of absence. The program length provided does not include these adjustments.
2Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible for transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
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What you’ll study
Evaluate criminal justice policies and procedures to enhance organizational, legislative, or procedural efficiency.
Integrate criminological theory to inform on leadership policies and current trends in criminal justice.
Develop data-driven strategic plans to address key issues in crime prevention, law enforcement, and community safety.
Analyze criminal justice data and research to make informed leadership decisions.
Design law enforcement policy or enforcement measured with consideration given to principles of justice.
Synthesize disciplinary knowledge and experience to address gaps in organizational or legislative agenda in criminal justice.
Potential career paths may be found in the following industries:
Education
Legal Investigation
Law enforcement
Emergency Management
Criminal Justice Policy
CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.
Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | 36 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE MSLEEL | 36 |
Courses + Credits
Below, you’ll find the required courses for the CalSouthern Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree program.
- LE 6500Organizational Leadership Communication — 3-credits
- LE 6510Law Enforcement Code of Ethics — 3-credits
- LE 6520Budgeting Development/Analysis — 3-credits
- LE 6530Homeland Security Strategic Application — 3-credits
- LE 6540Police Management of Technology — 3-credits
- LE 6550Police Administrative Policy Operations — 3-credits
- LE 6560Strategic Organizational Planning — 3-credits
- LE 6570Executive Corrections Management — 3-credits
- LE 6580Contemporary Criminal Justice Trends — 3-credits
- LE 6590Administration of Police Executive Systems — 3-credits
- LE 6600Cultural Competency in Criminal Justice — 3-credits
- CAP 6100MSLEEL Capstone — 3-credits
View the University Catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisite information, and program details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree program is designed to help equip candidates with organizational leadership skills and real-time management solutions for law enforcement executive leaders. Candidates pursuing this degree program may be interested in pursuing a career path in law enforcement leadership for criminal justice agencies, or seeking career paths that require administration with tactical and practical leadership strategies.
In the Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree program, candidates will take courses related to written and oral business communication, analytics and research, diversity and cultural sensitivity, and ethical and legal considerations. Candidates will explore the skills needed to make organizational decisions in the criminal justice environment. Additionally, candidates will study administrative and organizational processes necessary for procedural management of criminal justice organizations, to include budgeting, executive corrections management, and critical infrastructure management.
You can begin your online education at CalSouthern now. Classes at CalSouthern begin monthly. Completion of the CalSouthern admissions process will depend on how quickly you complete the steps in the application process. You may speak to an Admissions Advisor over the phone (1-800-477- 2254 ext. 47822) or request information online. Once you have completed the online request, you may hear from an advisor within 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
CalSouthern’s Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree requires a total of 36 semester credit hours to graduate. You may be eligible for transfer credit with provided official transcripts.* CalSouthern accepts up to 6 hours of the qualifying credits you need toward your degree.
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
If you are a career practitioner, the Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) degree program is designed to help teach you administrative, analytical, and procedural efficiencies that can support proficient leadership and management of criminal justice organizations. If you have an interest in understanding more about effective leadership in the various divisions and sections, and how to implement and execute vital functions, this program will cover these topics and more. In addition, it was developed for working adults. Degree candidates can pursue this degree online, allowing the flexibility to study on their own schedules.
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