Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced)

  • Total Courses

    10

  • Total Credit Hours

    60

In the Private Security program, students focus on protecting individuals, organizations, and assets. The curriculum covers security risk assessment, threat mitigation, and the use of technology in security management. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in corporate security, private investigation, and security consulting, contributing to the safety of diverse sectors.

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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Meets Opportunity

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.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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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  

Private Security Management (PRS-103)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Threats To Safety And Security
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Legal Aspects Of Security Management
     Risk Assessment, Planning, And Program Administration
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Physical Security
     Personnel Security
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Information Security
     Investigations, Intelligence Operations, And Reporting
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Specific Security Applications: Part I
     Specific Security Applications: Part Ii

Aviation Security (PRS-345)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Importance Of The Global Transportation System: Airports/Railroads/Seaports
     The Importance Of The Global Transportation System: Trucking/Mass Transit/Pipelines
     Protection Of Transportation Facilities
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Applicable Domestic And International Laws And Regulation
     Cargo Screening
     Industry Practices And Organizations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     International Threats
     Countermeasures
     Basic Personnel Securityprocedures And Policy
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Physical And Procedural Security
     Government Agencies
     Cargo Screening Equipment
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     New Technologies
     21st Century Threats

Homeland Security (PRS-403)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Era Of Homeland Security
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Homeland Security
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Police Strategy For Homeland Security
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Police Operations For Homeland Security
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Police Tactics For Homeland Security

Private Security And Public Safety (PRS-404)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     History And The Private/Public Distinction
     Privatization, The Private Sector, And The Public Safety Paradigm
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Community And Policing: Public And Private Perspectives
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Private Sector Community Profile And Threat Assessment
     Private Sector Officers In The Community: Community-Based Integration Tactics
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Private Sector Community-Based Communication Tactics
     Private Sector Community-Based Psychological Tactics
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Future Of Public Safety: Preparing For The Challenges
     The Future Of Public Safety: Preparing For The Challenges

Terrorism (PRS-882)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defining Terrorism And Legal Issues
     A Brief History Of Terrorism
     North America And The Caribbean
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Great Britain And Northern Ireland
     Western Europe
     Eastern Europe And The Balkans
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     North Africa And The Middle East
     The Persian Gulf
     Northeast, Central And Southern Africa
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Southern And Southeast Asia
     Pacific Rim
     Latin America
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Countering Terrorism
     The War Against Terrorism