Established in 1931, Berkeley College is a coeducational college
specializing in undergraduate bachelor and associate's degrees in
a variety of business and other areas. With seven locations in
New York and New Jersey, and a convenient online program,
Berkeley is widely recognized for its academic excellence and its
career preparation. In addition to a solid education, each
student also benefits from a thorough career development program,
consisting of a corporate internship experience, career services
support and effective placement assistance. As a true measure of
its success, Berkeley College consistently achieves an annual
graduate employment rate in excess of 90 percent.
The Bergen campus is located in northern New Jersey in Paramus,
the shopping capital of the state. It enjoys the distinction of
being the only Berkeley campus where the interior design program
is offered.
Facing new and unanticipated domestic and international
challenges, the American justice system and the roles of agencies
and individuals involved in law enforcement are constantly being
redefined. Built on a solid base in business and technology, this
program is designed to prepare graduates with the skills required
for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering
justice including local police and corrections departments, state
and federal agencies, and private and corporate security
operations.
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
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Paralegals, also known as legal assistants, are individuals
qualified to perform law-related work which requires knowledge of
legal concepts and procedures and is usually, but not
exclusively, performed by lawyers. Under the supervision of a
lawyer, a paralegal may analyze legal issues; investigate and
evaluate facts; prepare pleadings, contracts, forms, legal
memoranda and other documents; interview clients; assist in case
management; and perform other duties to assist the lawyer in the
delivery of legal services to clients. Areas of practice include
litigation, business/corporate, real estate, trusts and estates,
family law, criminal law, tax, bankruptcy, immigration,
environmental law, collection, employee benefits, computer law,
intellectual property, securities, entertainment law and workers
compensation.
The program is designed to prepare graduates with the technical
skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary
to be successful as entry-level legal assistants; to satisfy the
legal community's need for legal assistants who can work
independently under the supervision of an attorney; and to
satisfy society's need for more comprehensive, efficient and
available legal services.
Bachelor's in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
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Built on a solid base in business and technology, this program is
designed to prepare you with the in-depth understanding and
practical skills required for successful careers in criminal
justice, security and justice administration. With elective
courses in specialized areas such as terrorism, cyber crime,
global security, and intelligence, you will have the opportunity
to analyze emerging issues in the field and focus your studies in
a single area such as policing or security.