Your master’s degree in criminal justice can help support your work as a crime analyst. However, it is also helpful to work on developing certain professional characteristics and skills.
Crime analysts spend a great deal of time on solitary research pursuits, but they must also frequently collaborate with other professionals. It is helpful to have good communication skills. In addition, crime analysts are trusted with sensitive information, so a strong sense of professional ethics is critical.
In addition, the following skills and characteristics are useful:3
- Time management
- Commitment to continual professional education and development
- Analytical reasoning
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Ability to think outside the box
You can pursue a career as a crime analyst by earning your master’s degree online at Grand Canyon University (GCU). Apply to enroll in GCU’s Master of Science in Criminal Justice program with an Emphasis in Law Enforcement, where you will have the opportunity to gain crucial skills in strategic planning, crime prevention and risk management.
You can also choose to pursue an online or in-person bachelor’s degree to help you prepare for a master’s degree program. Explore the many Criminal Justice, Public Administration and Government Degree Programs GCU offers. Complete the form on this page to get started.
1 Singer, S., Drakulich, K. (2018, October 8). Crime and Safety in Suburbia. Annual Reviews. Retrieved June 8, 2023.
2 International Association of Crime Analysts. (n.d.). About Crime Analysis. Retrieved June 8, 2023.
3 Winslow, M. (n.d.). Complete Guide to Becoming a Crime Analyst. Go Law Enforcement. Retrieved June 8, 2023.
Approved by the assistant dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences on June 26, 2023.