CJUS 501. Theories Of Crime And Criminlo. (3 Credits)

Survey of the contemporary theories of crime and criminality. Study of the biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives on crime and deviance, and assessment of theoretical advances including integration and general theories of crime. Understanding of relations between theories and crime policy.

CJUS 502. Contemporary Criminal Justice. (3 Credits)

This course will examine the evolving nature of the contemporary criminal justice system in the United States. The students will gain knowledge about the evolution of the Bill of Rights, competing interpretations of the constitution, Supreme Court cases, and other laws and institutions unique to the American Criminal Justice System.

CJUS 503. Research Methods In Crim Justi. (3 Credits)

Introduction to research design as applied to problems in crime and criminal justice. Logic, design analysis and ethical principles in criminal justice research. Design and preparation of Master's Thesis proposal.

CJUS 504. Stat/Data Anal In Crim Justice. (3 Credits)

The study of descriptive and inferential statistics in analyzing criminal justice data from such agencies as the Bureau of Justice Statistics, UCR system of the FBI, National Incidence Based Reporting System, and National Archives of Criminal Justice Data. Students will learn to use of SPSS and SAS in relation to data entry and data analysis, and the use and modification of secondary data sets.

CJUS 505. Policy Analy In Criminal Justi. (3 Credits)

The study of descriptive and inferential statistics in analyzing criminal justice data from such agencies as the Bureau of Justice Statistics, UCR system of the FBI, National Incidence Based Reporting System, and National Archives of Criminal Justice Data. Students will learn to use of SPSS and SAS in relation to data entry and data analysis, and the use and modification of secondary data sets.

CJUS 506. Ethics In Criminal Justice. (3 Credits)

responsibility in criminal justice professions, such as the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, ABA Standards of Professional Responsibility, American Jail Association Code of Ethics, and the American Correctional Code of Ethics. The students will also obtain knowledge about different systems of ethical thoughts and morality related to criminal justice.

CJUS 532. Problems African-Amer Communit. (3 Credits)

CJUS 533. African-Amer and Crim Thought. (3 Credits)

CJUS 537. Crime, Sex, Law and Order. (3 Credits)

CJUS 550. Sem Organization/Administratio. (3 Credits)

This course will provide a comprehensive overview of criminal justice administration and management with an emphasis on organizational theories. Different theories or organization and organizational behavior will be examined and their relevance to the administration of criminal justice agencies will be explored.

CJUS 551. Human Resource Development. (3 Credits)

This course will introduce the theories and principles of human resource management as tools for management in criminal justice agencies. The students will also learn the impact of various federal and state laws on human resource management in criminal justice agencies including hiring and promotion, reward system, gender equality, issues of cultural diversities, and dispute resolution.

CJUS 552. Research Methods/Planng Reso. (3 Credits)

This course will examine the different theories of strategic planning as they relate to criminal justice organizations. The students will learn to synthesize research-based knowledge for effective management of criminal justice agencies.

CJUS 553. Comm Theories/Crimina Justice. (3 Credits)

Surveys and analyzes literature on relations between crime and communities. Examines the theories of relations between crime, demography, and ecology, and assess their impact on justice administration. Different models of community crime preventive strategies and their administrative implications are examined.

CJUS 554. Sem Leadrshp and Mgmt. (3 Credits)

Explores the theories of leadership and their relevance to criminal justice management: The students will learn the art and the principles of strategic leadership and their use in effective and innovative management of criminal justice organizations.

CJUS 555. Law and Criminal Just Mgmt. (3 Credits)

Examination of the legal issues commonly facing managers in justice agencies related particularly to personnel management, human resource management, labor laws, and intra-agency dispute resolution. Both state and federal statutory and case laws are examined.

CJUS 556. Computer/Crim Justice Mgmt. (3 Credits)

The course is designed to teach the applications of computer in matters of storage, processing, and dissemination of criminal justice data and information. The students will gain understanding of contemporary federal and state criminal justice information networks systems and programs.

CJUS 557. Program Eval Crim Just Mgmt. (3 Credits)

Principles and techniques of program evaluation as they relate to crime and justice programs. Understanding of the different models of program evaluation, and their relative significance in criminal justice management.

CJUS 558. Budget Aspects Crim Just Mgmt. (3 Credits)

Study of criminal justice management from the perspectives of the different models of budgeting. Understanding of state and federal budgetary principles and allocations in justice programs.

CJUS 559. Introducation To Corrections. (3 Credits)

CJUS 567. Ethics in Correctional Mgmt. (3 Credits)

CJUS 570. Advance Data Analysis. (3 Credits)

Study of the use of statistical data and models in the development and management of criminal justice projects. Will focus on discussing issues in crime analysis and crime mapping.

CJUS 571. Use of Secondary Data Sources. (3 Credits)

Application of advanced statistical models and computer methodologies in the use and analysis of secondary data sources from the National Institute of Justice and other federal agencies. Will focus on learning the art of research synthesis using statistical and computer models.

CJUS 572. Juvenile Justice System. (3 Credits)

Reviews the history and philosophy of the juvenile justice system in America. Study of federal and state statutes and court decisions related to juvenile justice. Also provides comparative overview of juvenile justice practices in major industrialized countries.

CJUS 574. Theories Juvenile Deliquency. (3 Credits)

Examines the major medical, psychological, and sociological theories of juvenile delinquency and the recent efforts for theoretical integration in juvenile delinquency studies and research.

CJUS 575. Prison and Penology. (3 Credits)

Reviews the history of punishment with emphasis on the changing role of penitentiary in the criminal justice system. The goal of punishment, including deterrence, incapacitation, and rehabilitation are discussed and examine.

CJUS 576. Community-Oriented Policing. (3 Credits)

The nature, philosophy, and the evolution of community policing as a model for law enforcement. Organization, strategies, and the role of community-policing in crime control and prevention strategies.

CJUS 577. Constitutional Law/Crim Just. (3 Credits)

Analyzes the role of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights in shaping the American criminal justice system. Landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court related to substantive and procedural criminal justice issues.

CJUS 579. Justice Theories. (3 Credits)

The nature of different justice theories: retributive justice, therapeutic justice, restorative justice, and community justice. How different justice theories define crime and punishment and interpret the balance between individual liberty and public order.

CJUS 580. Victimology. (3 Credits)

Study of the victim's experience with the criminal justice system. Topics in this course will include psychological impacts of crime, the process and impacts of victimization, legal approaches to victims, services provided to victims, restorative justice and emerging understandings of the victim.

CJUS 590. Master's Project. (3 Credits)

This course must be taken by students in the Master of Criminal Justice program who are under Plan B: Non-Thesis Option. This course will prepare students for the Comprehensive Examination.

CJUS 591. Independent Study in CJUS. (3 Credits)

This course allows graduate students to pursue a specialized area of research under the supervision of one of the Criminal Justice graduate faculty. Students will meet with their faculty instructor on a mutually agreed upon schedule and will be expected to do a substantial amount of reading, research and writing. This course may not be repeated for credit.

CJUS 597. Research & Master's Thesis I. (1-3 Credits)

Students pursuing the Thesis Option will register and Graduate Committee consisting of three faculty will be assigned. Students will be required to select research topic, formulate a hypothesis, complete a literature review and begin writing the thesis.

CJUS 598. Comprehensive Examination. (0 Credits)

This course must be taken by students in the Master of Criminal Justice program who are under Plan B: Non-Thesis Option. The course must be taken during the semester the student plans to take the comprehensive examination. The course may be repeated consistent with the policy of the Criminal Justice Program.

CJUS 599. Research & Master's Thesis II. (1-3 Credits)

Students pursuing the thesis will complete the research work and write the report under the supervision of Thesis Committee. The thesis must be prepared according to guidelines of the College of Graduate Studies. The Thesis must be successfully defended in an oral defense.