An introductory course to provide the student with an intelligent understanding of the causes of crime and delinquency, the methods of prevention and control of crime and delinquency, and an understanding of penal and correctional procedures.

A comprehensive overview of the American criminal justice process. The course will examine the history, development and current practices of law enforcement, the courts and the correctional system on the local, state and Federal levels.

Prepares student through instruction and practice to obtain required information and properly prepare written reports common to the criminal justice community.

This course will cover topics of current interest or special interest which impact the criminal justice system.

The importance the role of senior management in media relations will be addressed. This course explores the relationship among media, the public, and the criminal justice system. The impact of the media and media attention on the operation of the criminal justice system will be examined.

Explores the complications of managing mass, spree, and serial killer investigations. Students will examine real issues in managing investigations of these types of cases, internal and external departmental activities, maintaining justice, victims’ rights, interrogation techniques, media coverage of crime, and grief.

Critical examination and analysis of major issues, definitions, and controversies associated with the development of terrorism in the modern world. Historical, religious, psychological, and sociological aspects that explains the formation of terrorist organizations. Management and leadership challenges in dealing with this type of crime will be examined in detail.

Study of the nature and cause of forms of domestic violence. Laws, prevention strategies, and the justice system leadership response will be covered.