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Kaplan University Launches New Master's Degree in Legal Studies, Along With MBA and Criminal Justice Offerings

Posted on: Thursday, 31 January 2008, 09:00 CST

Kaplan University, a leading provider of online higher education, today announced the launch of the Master of Science in Legal Studies (MSLS) degree, an MBA emphasis area in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, and a certificate in Management and Supervision in Criminal Justice, disciplines that are experiencing increasing demand in the job market.

"Kaplan University's programs are designed to help students compete for jobs in some of the fastest-growing industries," said David Clinefelter, Ph.D., Provost of Kaplan University. "We are dedicated to providing new degree programs that meet the demands of the job market and provide students with the education they need to reach their career goals."

The online MSLS program is designed to give students a comprehensive legal education without the pressures of law school or the Bar Exam. Students in the MSLS should gain a comprehensive understanding of legal terminology, the legal system and how laws influence society. The 55-quarter-credit program includes core courses, such as jurisprudence and legal research, plus intensive study areas that allow students to tailor their education to their interests. Graduates of this program may not provide legal services to the public.

The online MBA\Supply Chain Management and Logistics specialization is designed to provide students with an understanding of how companies use supply chain networks in the acquisition, production and delivery of goods and services. In addition to the 52 quarter credits required for the Kaplan MBA degree, this specialization includes 16 quarter credits or four additional courses--Supply Chain Management, Inventory and Distribution Management, Managing the Service Value Chain, and Strategic Global Logistics Management.

The online Management and Supervision in Criminal Justice certificate program is designed to meet the increasing demand for qualified criminal justice managers. Students in the certificate program will study supervisory practices in criminal justice, management theory, best practices in human resources and organizational behavior. The certificate requires 36 quarter credit hours and can be completed in less than a year.

Enrollment for these programs begins immediately.

Kaplan University, based in Davenport, Iowa, is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The University offers more than 100 academic programs and currently serves more than 38,000 online and on-ground students, with support centers in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and Phoenix. To learn more, visit www.kaplanuniversitynews.com.

About Kaplan Higher Education

Kaplan University is part of Kaplan Higher Education, which serves more than 75,000 students through more than 70 campus-based schools across the United States and in Europe. It also has online programs through Kaplan Virtual Education and Concord Law School of Kaplan University. Kaplan Higher Education schools offer a spectrum of academic opportunities, from high school diplomas to graduate and professional degrees, including a Juris Doctor degree. Kaplan Higher Education is part of Kaplan, Inc., a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). For more information, visit www.kaplan.com.

Source: Business Wire

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