Criminal Justice, A.B.M. (B.S.+M.S.)
Program Overview
The Accelerated Baccalaureate/Master’s (A.B.M.) degree program (Criminal Justice B.S. and M.S.) allows students to complete the requirements for both a B.S. and an M.S. degree within an accelerated timeframe. The undergraduate curriculum provides students with an understanding of the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems, their agencies, personnel, and historical foundations, while the graduate curriculum is designed to teach students and practitioners the skills needed to promote the administration of justice, crime prevention, and control in a global society.
Undergraduate Program Learning Outcomes
The following represents the program learning outcome (PLO) maps. There are two maps. The first map represents all undergraduate classes taught and the faculty assessment of which PLOs are represented through the assignments given to students in the classes. The second map represents the classes identified as part of the yearly assessment plan for the department.
- PLO1: Present existing knowledge and gaps in our understanding of criminal justice-related issues to diverse audiences. (L1.1)
- PLO2: Explain crime, delinquency, and victimization through the application of scientific theories. (L1.2)
- PLO3: Develop innovative strategies that promote ethical practices in diverse settings. (L2.1)
- PLO4: Utilize appropriate methodologies to address real-world challenges. (L2.2)
Info Accordions
| Class | PLO1 | PLO2 | PLO3 | PLO4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Core Classes | ||||
| CRJU 2250 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 2350 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 2450 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 2650 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 3000 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 3060 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 3650 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 3900 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4000 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4050 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
| CRJU 4060 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4510 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 4600 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
Law Enforcement Concentration | ||||
| CRJU 2500 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4150 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 4250 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 4630 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
Corrections Concentration | ||||
| CRJU 2470 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 2510 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
| CRJU 4160 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4620 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
Homeland Security Concentration | ||||
| HLS 3000 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| HLS 3200 | ✖ | |||
| HLS 3500 | ✖ | |||
| HLS 4640 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
Juvenile Justice Concentration | ||||
| SOCW 3500 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
| SOCW 3600 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 3650 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4650 | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
| Class | PLO1 | PLO2 | PLO3 | PLO4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Core Classes | ||||
| CRJU 2250 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 2350 | ||||
| CRJU 2450 | ||||
| CRJU 2650 | ||||
| CRJU 3000 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 3060 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 3650 | ||||
| CRJU 3900 | ||||
| CRJU 4000 | ||||
| CRJU 4050 | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| CRJU 4060 | ✖ | |||
| CRJU 4510 | ||||
| CRJU 4600 | ✖ | |||
Graduate Program Learning Outcomes
The following represents the program learning outcome (PLO) maps. There are two maps. The first map represents all undergraduate classes taught and the faculty assessment of which PLOs are represented through the assignments given to students in the classes. The second map represents the classes identified as part of the yearly assessment plan for the department.
- PLO1: Evaluate the application of theoretical knowledge in the analysis of crime, deviance, and efficacy of policies and practices. (L1.1)
- PLO2: Articulate approaches for bridging the gap in knowledge related to academic research and enhancing practical applications in criminal justice. (L1.2)
- PLO3: Interpret complex data to inform policy decisions and enhance practices within the criminal justice system. (L2.2)
- PLO4: Practice ethical decision-making and leadership skills in professional settings. (L2.3)
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