联合国际大学

This program combines theory, the latest research and innovation, and knowledge of scientifically-supported best practices to provide advanced criminal justice, security, and victim services knowledge and skills. The curriculum draws on numerous disciplines, with heavy emphasis on criminology, criminal law, and forensic psychology. The study of Applied Criminology teaches student to scientifically study crime, preparing them for careers in: criminal justice, law enforcement (local, state, or federal), victim and social psychological services, border security, education, fire and medical services, and corrections, probation, and parole.

Emphasis/Concentration/Tracks

This program offers three (3) concentrations as follows:

Criminal Behavior: Designed for students interested in understanding offenders from a motivational, psychological, social perspective. Designed to enhance the knowledge base for students aspiring to law enforcement, correctional, investigative or consulting careers.

Victimology: Designed for students interested in understanding crime and its impact on victims, this concentration aims to enhance the knowledge base for students aspiring to careers law enforcement, advocacy, policy and prevention, or consulting.

Conflict Resolution and Crisis Management: Designed for students interested in understanding and mitigating the impact of various crises, such as hostage or other barricade situations, and conflicts that may give rise to volatile and potentially violent situations. The courses in this concentration focus on reducing the potential for violence; engaging in quick, strategic assessment and problem-solving, and responding to and managing threats to personal or public safety.

Program Learning Outcomes/Goals

Upon completion of the program students will be able to:

• Apply criminological theory to real-world problems related to crime and victimization
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the various branches of the American criminal justice system with an understanding of basic procedures and precepts.
• Research, synthesize, and critically evaluate laws and policies related to violence and criminal behavior and to the amelioration of their domestic and global impact.
• Evaluate and apply scientific findings related to practices in criminal justice.
• Conceptualize and evaluate programs aimed at reducing the impact of crime on society.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the role of culture in criminogenic issues.