Master of Legal Studies

No matter where your career takes you in business, government service or the nonprofit sector, you will be working in an environment affected by law and legal regulations. More than ever, employers are hiring professionals who have the specialized education and training to navigate laws and regulations that apply to their operations.The U.S. News “Best Jobs” ranking lists Compliance Officer as #18 among best jobs in the business sector, and—based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics—projects that demand for compliance professionals will increase through 2031, adding thousands of new positions to be filled..The Kline School of Law Master of Legal Studies program gives students the skills to understand the legal issues that all businesses and organizations face and the knowledge to help their employers comply with regulations.Based on your specific career goals, you can choose to focus your studies in a particular field or complete a flexible MLS. Whichever path you chose, you will acquire the dynamic risk management and compliance skills employers demand.