BCJ 515
Criminal Justice Administration
Online Course
BCJ 515 Criminal Justice Administration
3 Semester Units
Criminal Justice Administration explores the field from a systems perspective that looks at administrative issues and practices for all three branches: police, courts, and corrections. In addition to addressing the practical aspects of justice administration, the course will examine technological advances and future trends. Issues faced by the courts and justice system will also be examined.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the foundations, principles, and practices of criminal justice administration and examine why it is important to study it.
- Analyze the role of the police organization and operation in criminal justice administration.
- Analyze the role of the courts and corrections in criminal justice administration.
- Evaluate special considerations such as ethical issues, labor relations, financial administration, homeland security, and technologies that impact criminal justice administration.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to criminal justice administration.
If you are interested in taking this course, please explore a degree or certificate program below:
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No. At this time, students may only enroll in a certificate or degree program and cannot enroll into a single course. We urge you to Explore All Programs to find a certificate or degree program best suited to your needs.
All of our programs are self-paced. This means you can complete your coursework as quickly or as slowly as your schedule permits as long as you complete one course every six months to remain an active student in good standing.
This course is structured into four units and a final exam. Each unit has a required essay and an open book multiple-choice exam.
Yes. Every course in the educational programs offered at California Coast University requires an assigned textbook. To assist students in managing the high costs of textbooks, CCU offers a rental library for all required texts.
Students can also obtain textbooks in their local areas or through online sources if they do not wish to utilize the University's rental library. There are many resources on the web for renting, purchasing, and selling textbooks. If you would like to purchase your textbooks, or are interested in exploring other delivery methods (digital or pdf versions), we have compiled a handy Textbook Resource Page for students who wish to explore other options.
Students can also obtain textbooks in their local areas or through online sources if they do not wish to utilize the University's rental library. There are many resources on the web for renting, purchasing, and selling textbooks. If you would like to purchase your textbooks, or are interested in exploring other delivery methods (digital or pdf versions), we have compiled a handy Textbook Resource Page for students who wish to explore other options.
Yes. California Coast University holds accreditation through the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). DEAC is listed by the United States Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
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