The online Criminal Justice Leadership and Management Certificate is an 18-hour program catering to working professionals currently in the field of criminal justice. The certificate provides an opportunity for students to advance professional growth and career development while maintaining their occupational responsibilities. The certificate is structured to allow students to complete the program in one year, enrolling in two 7-1/2 week courses per semester. Completion of the online Graduate Certificate also advances students halfway towards a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management.

Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University
The Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University is a Graduate Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered online at the university's main campus in Huntsville , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.
About Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University
Entry Requirements
Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University
How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management at Sam Houston State University
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Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.
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Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
See your program of study for specific submission deadlines. -
Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.
NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.
- Submit an English proficiency test score
- Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.

United States of America, Huntsville