| This course will present the processes of budget preparation for emergency services administrators, including comparative analysis of major-line-item expenses, contractual and consultative items. It will examine the problems of governmental funding, service and equipment cutbacks, cost comparison and accessibility of federal grants. |
| This course presents an overview of organizational and management practices in emergency services. It covers management principles and techniques, supervision and leadership styles, motivation, morale, and organizational behavior. It will prepare students for future leadership positions within their respective public service agencies. |
| This course provides an overview of the legal, strategic, political, economic, ethical, and human issues encountered in the management of disasters or major traumatic public events. This knowledge gives the emergency administrator a realistic view of the issues to expect in a disaster, how to plan accordingly, and how to manage resources and people more effectively in emergency situations. |
| This course is designed to immerse the student in the principles of critical incident management. Special attention will be given to the emergency services agencies as complex and dynamic organizations. Emphasis will be placed on planning and preparation and application of the Incident Command System. The role of the Critical Incident Manager is to use a variety of resources, techniques, and skills to reduce the probability and impact of extreme incidents, and to restore operations quickly should an emergency occur. |
| This course focuses on a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of homeland security. It will examine threats to homeland security, including natural and technological disasters, as well as intentional threats of domestic and international terrorism, including weapons of mass destruction. Students review the roles and responsibilities of government agencies, non-government organizations, and individual citizens in homeland security. |
| This course applies organizational psychology theories as applied to topics which include organizational structure, motivation and job satisfaction, organizational communication, characteristics of leadership, and personnel selection, training and appraisal. |
| This course provides an overview of the legal, strategic, political, economic, ethical, and human issues encountered in the management of disasters or major traumatic public events. This perspective gives the emergency administrator a realistic view of the issues to expect in a disaster, in order to plan accordingly and to manage resources and people more effectively. |
| This course examines major issues and current events that have or will have a significant impact on the field of Emergency Services Management. In-depth analysis of contemporary issues such as catastrophic events, public health and disasters, or homeland security issues will be the focus of this course. |
| This course covers the impact of natural and manmade disaster emergencies on defense planning and details the role of various public safety agencies in such events. It analyzes how different factors (i.e., building standards, geographical location, economy, communications) play a significant role in disaster preparedness. |
| This course concentrates on the introduction and use of technology in public safety and examines a variety of issues, including the impact of technology on emergency response systems. It also surveys the trends and uses of modern technology in emergency response, investigations, communications and response to major incidents. It will examine problematic issues and the potential unintended consequences of technology in emergency services. |
| This course explores the motivation, tactics, and targeting trends of terrorist and extremist groups by evaluating potential threats and identifying appropriate countermeasures to protect the community. Using case studies and discussions, the course will examine groups ranging from radical religious fundamentalists to environmental extremists and other similar special interest groups. |
| This course examines how nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons offer both terrorists and rogue states a powerful selection of tools to shift the power in their direction. The course reviews the range and characteristics of these weapons, how they are most effectively employed, and potential impacts that are all critical to defending communities. This course provides a detailed look at history, capabilities, and tactics while exploring options available to both attacker and defender. |
| The project draws upon all of the student’s previous experience, both academic and experiential, bringing together the theoretical and practical knowledge attained over the course of the program, especially as it pertains to the major. The project will result in a major paper, article, work of art, training manual, or other product that not only provides the student with lasting educational enrichment but also develops and demonstrates background and expertise. |
| Independent Study. |
| Special Topics. |
| This course provides an introduction to basic research methodologies that are used by criminal justice managers to design and evaluate criminal justice programs and policies. Students explore various research methodologies so that they can (1) better understand policy and program decision making; (2) select the appropriate research design and methodology for particular criminal justice issues; and (3) relate academic literature to practice. The course will include a review and discussion of issues such as the process of analysis, interpretation and clarification of problems, the issue of confidentiality, and the terminology of research. Focus will be on interpretation of data (e.g., Uniform Crime Reports, demographic studies and other management information such as calls for service and personnel data) commonly used by criminal justice managers for decision making, policy formation, and policy evaluation. |
| This course introduces students to theoretical and practical aspects of criminal justice management, including the process of decision-making, human relations, striking power and organizations. It is intended to provide an understanding of the rationale upon which organizations function and to acquaint students with the agency’s component parts. Also discussed are management styles, philosophy, approaches, theories, practices, and other management concerns. |
| This course introduces the criminal justice professional to basic, intermediate, and advanced concepts in supervision and leadership. Additionally, the course will examine supervisory problems and challenges unique to a criminal justice organization. Topics will include general supervision, leadership, management, motivation, training, personnel evaluation, and mentoring. |
| Students will focus on self-assessment to determine their effectiveness as leaders and motivators in their environment. Emphasis will be placed on mentoring and development of subordinates and team building for maximum effectiveness. |
| This course will focus on how leaders effect change in their environments. They will also explore how to manage change. The chaos theory will also be covered at length. |
| This course will focus on leadership, management, and organizational concepts in use in business today. It will expand the management principles of the last century, taking into consideration knowledge, behavioral, and technological changes that have recently occurred. The student will learn why and how quality improvements, visionary leadership, and customer-driven enterprises have caused change in business. This course also describes a new way to operate without control or compliance and thus improve service to the business organization, while maximizing corporation profit. |
| This course is an introduction to the study of public administration and its various roles in society. We will examine the historical foundation of public administration (theories and concepts), ethical issues, and theory of public administration to understand their relationship to the administration of government. The course examines public policies and programs and how they are developed and administered. We will also explore public budgeting concepts important to understanding the fiduciary relationship of government and society. Using current events, the course explores the roles of bureaucratic and democratic theories in our society, concepts of administrative power, intergovernmental relations, and the difference between public administration in America and other countries. |
| This course allows students to integrate the theory and practice of public administration. The public administration theories of organization behavior, decision making, policy administration, management, personnel administration, and leadership will be applied to case studies in the public sector. |
| This is a broad survey course that introduces the student to theories and concepts in the relationships among business, government, and society. Concepts to be examined include models of business and government relations, business ethics, social responsibility, government regulation, and global forces shaping the government and business environment. |
