Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced)

  • Total Courses

    10

  • Total Credit Hours

    60

Our Policing program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills required for careers in law enforcement. The curriculum covers police procedures, community policing, and crisis management. Students gain insights into the challenges and responsibilities of policing in modern society, preparing them for roles in local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
MASTER'S DEGREE (MCJ) $27,000
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $27,000
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At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours

60

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10

Exploring the Fundamentals of Criminal Law and Systems of Justice

At the outset of their journey in the College of Criminal Justice, students embark on a thorough examination of criminal law and the intricate justice systems. This educational phase imparts profound insights into legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement methodologies. Armed with this foundational expertise, students are well-prepared to navigate the intricate landscape of the criminal justice domain.

Hands-On Learning and Involvement with the Community

Outside the traditional classroom setting, the College of Criminal Justice places significant importance on hands-on learning and active community involvement. Students are afforded opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, partake in mock trials, and interact with local communities. These experiences not only refine their practical abilities but also offer invaluable perspectives into the world of criminal justice.

nvestigating Global Criminal Justice Challenges and Cross-Border Collaboration

At the University of North Carolina's College of Criminal Justice, we are deeply committed to confronting global criminal justice concerns and promoting international collaborations. Our curriculum delves into crime and justice from a worldwide standpoint, inspiring students to partake in joint research efforts and initiatives with global organizations. This global outlook equips our students to confront the intricate challenges within the field of criminal justice.

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Crime Management (CJ-244)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And Parole In Criminal Justice  
     Juvenile Court And Juvenile Justice                           
     Evolution Of Probation  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And The Courts: History And Administration  
     Sentencing And The Persistence Investigation (Psi)  
     American Prisons And Community-Based Corrections  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Parole And The Indeterminate Sentence  
     Parole Administration And Services  
     The Philosophical Theories Of Punishment  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation And Parole Officers  
     Probation And Parole Supervision  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probation Programs  
     The Intermediate Punishments  
     Probation And Parole In The Twenty-First Century  

Psychology Of Different People (CJ-353)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introducing Social Psychology  
     Methodology: How Social Psychologists Do Research  
     Social Cognition: How We Think About The Social World  
     Social Perception: How We Come To Understand Other People  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Self Knowledge: How We Come To Understand Ourselves  
     The Need To Justify Our Actions: Costs And Benefits Of Dissonance Reduction
     Attitudes And Attitude Change: Influencing Thoughts And Feelings  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conformity: Influencing Behavior  
     Group Processes: Influence In Social Groups  
     Interpersonal Attraction: From First Impressions To Close Relationships  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pro-Social Behavior: Why Do People Help?  
     Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It?  
     Prejudice: Causes And Cures
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Making A Difference With Social Psychology: Attaining A Sustainable Future  
     Social Psychology And Health  
     Social Psychology And The Law  

Current Issues In Criminal Justice (CJ-449)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Recruitment And Selection  
     Training The Police  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Development Of The Professional Policing Model  
     New Policing Philosophies And Strategies  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Police Organization  
     Police Field Work  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measuring Police Performance  
     Police Misconduct  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Police Accountability: Internal And External Mechanisms  
     Technology And The Police  
     Next Steps And Challenges For Police  

Comparative Criminal Justice Systems (CJ-720)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An International Perspective  
     Crime, Transnational Crime And Justice  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An American Perspective On Criminal Law  
     Legal Traditions  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Substantive Law And Procedural Law In The Four Legal Traditions  
     An International Perspective On Policing  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An International Perspective On Courts  
     An International Perspective On Corrections  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An International Perspective On Juvenile Justice  
     Japan: Examples Of Effectiveness And Borrowing  

Laws And Criminal Procedures (CJ-846)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Fourth Amendment Standards: Probable Cause To Search, Warrants And Exceptions  
     The Concept Of Stop And Frisk  
     Arrest And Seizure Of The Person  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Fourth Amendment Searches And Seizures: Houses, Persons, Motor Vehicles And Effects  
     Special Problem Searches: Administrative, Inventory, School, Airport, And Work Searches  
     Principles Of The Exclusionary Rule: Remedies And Exceptions To Constitutional Violations  
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Miranda Warnings And Practice  
     Confession And The Privilege Against Self-Incrimination     
     Identification Procedures: Constitutional Considerations  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Decision To Prosecute: Indictment Or Information  
     Plea Bargaining And Guilty Pleas: Constitutional Standards  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pretrial Criminal Procedure: Preliminary Hearing, Bail, Right To Counsel, Speedy Trial, Double Jeopardy, And Collateral Estoppel  
     The Trial: Constitutional Rights And Trial Practice:  Jury Trial, Right To Counsel,  Due Process, And Equal Protection  
     Appellate Practice And Other Post Trial Remedies  

Interviewing And Interrogation (POL-169)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Law Office Environment
     The Client: Plaintiff'S Perspective
     The Client: Defendant'S Perspective.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Opposing Party
     Fact Witnesses
     Special Issues With Witnesses
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Documentary Evidence
     E-Documents And Other Computer Discovery Issues
     Background Resources
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Expert Witnesses
     Real And Demonstrative Evidence
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Witness Preparation
     Ending The Litigation

Methods In Policing (POL-412)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Historical Development
     Levels And Functions
     Police Subculture
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Organization And Administration
     On Patrol
     Community-Oriented Policing And Problem Solving (Copps)
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Criminal Investigation
     Extraordinary Problems And Methods
     The Rule Of Law
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Accountability
     Civil Liability
     Issues And Trends
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Comparative Perspectives
     Technology Review
     Focus On The Future

Police Administration (POL-673)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Historical Development
     Policing Today
     Intelligence, Terrorism, And Homeland Security
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Politics And Police Administration: External Influences And Controls
     Organizational Theory
     Organizational Design
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Leadership
     Planning And Decision Making
     Organizational Communication
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Resource Management
     Labor Relations
     Financial Management
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Stress And Police Personnel
     Legal Aspects Of Police Administration
     Organizational Change And The Future

Strategies For Multicultural Law Enforcement (POL-751)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Multicultural Communities: Challenges For Law Enforcement
     A Microcosm Of Society  
     Recruitment, Retention, And Promotions
     Cross-Cultural Communication
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Law Enforcement Contact With Asian/Pacific Americans  
     Law Enforcement Contact With African Americans
     Law Enforcement Contact With Latino/Hispanic Americans
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Law Enforcement Contact With Arab Americans And Middle Eastern Groups  
     Law Enforcement Contact With Native Americans
     Law Enforcement And The War On Terrorism
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Multicultural Law Enforcement And Homeland Security
     Hate/Bias Crimes
     Hate/Bias Crimes: Reporting And Tracking    
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Racial Profiling    
     Peace Officer Image And Cultural Sensitivity
     Emerging Strategies, Roles, And Technology For Peace Officers

Leadership And Ethics In Policing (POL-908)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Historical Perspective    
     Police Culture    
     Purposes And Principles Of Police Organization
     Operating Principles  
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Art And Style Of Proactive Police Leadership    
     Proactive Communication And Information Management
     Proactive Police Technology For The Twenty-First Century    
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Patrol Operations And Community Policing
     Basic Line Functions
     Administrative/Staff Functions    
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Auxiliary Functions    
     Human Resource Management
     Training Policies  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Proactive Planning: Operational And Fiscal    
     Collective Bargaining And Police Management
     The Future Of Proactive Police Management