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  • CRJ 7900: Internship in Crim Just

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Graduate students in the applied criminology program are placed with a law enforcement agency, forensic science organization, or other entity-public or private-that most nearly approximates employment goals. The intent of the internship is to provide students with practical work experience in an environment in which they will be addressing real problems that require solutions in a relatively short time frame.
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  • CRJ 7910: Study Abroad in Crim Justice

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is intended to provide students of applied criminology with a number of opportunities to study or work in academic or professional settings abroad. Examples include field-based studies with other students and a supervising professor; studying relevant aspects of applied criminology at foreign institutions of higher education where credit is not being awarded by the foreign institution; or pursuing an approved cultural and educational program abroad. Accordingly, students will be able to apply their skills in applied criminology in real-world environments, and at the same time, broaden their intellectual and personal understandings of cultures operating outside of the United States.
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  • CRJ 7990: Criminal Justice Thesis

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    The thesis consists of a written report of extensive research into a specific area of investigation in applied criminology. Students will demonstrate a mastery of knowledge of the background of the topic, the published literature of the subject, and high standards of original research and presentation.
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  • CRJ 8000: Leading Crim Just Agencies

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the notion of complex leadership theory, particularly as it is applied to criminal justice agencies. Students will learn how to construct the leadership formula of influence, grasp the art and science of influence and execution, and employ 360 degree situational leadership. Emphasis will be placed on community-oriented practices such as leadership for building police and community teams.
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  • CRJ 8010: Applied CJ Research Methods

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Regardless of which element of the criminal justice profession one works, effective managers and leaders need to be able to interpret and apply qualitative and quantitative research methods. Students will learn how to interpret results of published research that can assist in effective policy development, crime control, supervision, and training. In the end, students will be able to apply evidence-based research to day-to-day criminal justice issues and problems.
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  • CRJ 8020: Criminal Justice Theory

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Through this course, students sing relevant theory will learn to challenge underlying assumptions to changes in the broad field of criminal justice. Examples include broken windows, routine activities, and control theory. Students will learn about means of achieving crime reduction through condition change, and accordingly, will design an assessment of relevant organizational change.
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  • CRJ 8030: Improving Juvenile Justice

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    A modern examination of juvenile justice issues in America, students will examine the literature surrounding the relationship between the drop in crime and increase in punishment, encounters with police on the street and in schools, solitary confinement, and use of residential placements. Contemporary problems, such as private correctional facilities and the Pennsylvania scandal will be addressed. Finally, students will have the opportunity to study, discuss, and critique National Institute of Justice and the National Academy of Sciences reports on reform.
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  • CRJ 8040: Legal Research Methods CJ

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course will focus on legal research methods for criminal justice practitioners. Special emphasis will be placed on evaluating legal research sources, primary and secondary sources, and legal writing. Students will practice research techniques that are designed to ensure timeliness and relevancy to a particular subject within a specific jurisdiction. Finally, students will learn about contemporary and scientific trends surrounding judicial use of empirical academic research.
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  • CRJ 8050: Corrections: Crisis and Mgt

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    This course examines contemporary issues in corrections such as the use and overuse of probation and incarceration, the empirical assessment of risk in sentencing decisions, and the management of jails and prisons. Intertwined with these issues are the causes and consequences of sentencing disparity. Additionally, students will critically examine methods of avoiding federal consent decrees through proper policies, procedures, management, and leadership. Further, students will learn to implement policies relating to the enforcement of federal consent decrees.
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  • CRJ 8060: Adv Crim Law and Procedure

    3.00 Credits
    Pennsylvania Western University

    Law is at the very core of the criminal justice system and its problems. Accordingly, this course will cover critical trends in substantive and procedural criminal law, including civil rights, hate crimes, and terrorism provisions at the federal and state levels. U.S. Supreme Court cases, particularly those surrounding search and seizure and the use of force, will be covered as well as other law-related key issues around the country
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