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Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) Degree Program

Pursue your online master of jurisprudence (MJ) degree in corporate and business law through Widener's Delaware Law School.

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Master of Jurisprudence (MJ)

Format

100% Online

Program Flexibility

Part-Time & Full-Time Options

Avg. Time to Completion

2 Years

College/School
Campus Location
  • Wilmington, DE

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Explore the Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) Program

Widener's online master of jurisprudence (MJ) degree in corporate and business law—offered at our Delaware Law School—is designed for working professionals who seek advanced training in legal analysis and regulatory compliance in a variety of settings: corporate, business, nonprofit, or government. 

As a student, you'll develop valuable expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, corporate financial fraud, investigations, auditing, compliance training, and more to meet the needs and requirements of compliance programs for businesses.

Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) Program Options

The MJ in Corporate and Business Law is offered entirely online and includes a concentration in regulatory analysis and compliance. Career professionals benefiting from such training include corporate managers, compliance officers, risk managers, audit managers, anti-money laundering specialists, and government and agency officials, as well as those who seek positions in corporate-related fields. Students will receive intensive preparation to work in regulatory compliance, risk management, corporate financial fraud, investigations, auditing, compliance training, and more, to meet the needs and requirements of compliance programs for businesses.

The online Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) dual degree provides strategic expertise in both legal compliance and business administration. Our MJ/MBA program is offered through a collaboration between Delaware Law’s Graduate, International, Compliance, and Legal Studies Programs and Widener's School of Business Administration.

Career Outlook & Outcomes for MJ Graduates

What Can You Do with a Master of Jurisprudence?

  • Compliance officer
  • Contract negotiation manager
  • Human resources director
  • Business analyst
  • Operations director

Why Study Law at Widener?

Connect with Faculty Mentors

Accessible faculty who are renowned experts will make you feel like an insider from day one. They'll serve as your guide as you tackle real-world simulations to uncover the elements of an efficient and effective compliance program and resolve compliance and ethics issues. And, when you graduate, they'll become the cornerstone of your legal network.

Benefit from a Flexible Format

Delaware Law is among only a few CCB-accredited law schools to offer a 100% online MJ in corporate and business law. Working professionals like you can study part time, completing the program in as little as two years, or go at your own pace and complete your degree in up to five years.

Belong to a Supportive Community

This community has a shared mission—we’re committed to your success. Throughout your academic journey, you’ll share the experience with driven peers, learn from accomplished faculty, and partner with our career development office to achieve your goals. As a Delaware Law graduate, you’ll join an active network of alumni who are eager to connect.

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