2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog

Criminal Justice Administration, Bachelor of Science

The criminal justice administration major at Greenville College is designed for law enforcement professionals who are seeking career advancement through the completion of a bachelor of science degree in their field.  This program will provide students the knowledge and skills required to advance into leadership or management rolls within their organization.  Unique to Greenville College's program is its emphasis on developing the analytical skills to solve problems and make decisions, values and ethical practices, leading organizations, and the increased role of intelligence in countering domestic and global threats.  Graduates may find employment as police officers, correctional officers, and probation or parole officers.

 

The criminal justice administration major requires the completion of 38 credits.  All of the courses in this program are offered in an online format.  Students interested in this major should meet with the advisor from the School of Adult Studies.  This major leads to a bachelor of science degree.

Criminal Justice Administration Major Requirements

Prerequisite Courses

ENGL 105Research & Writing

3

 

PSYC 101General Psychology

3

OR

SOCI 101Principles Of Sociology

3

or approved equivalencies

Foundational Courses

A minimum of 15 credits from the list below must be completed.  The foundational courses are not prerequisites, but are required to earn a degree.  Courses may be transferred in from any regionally accredited institution.
CRJS 203/SOCI 203Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

CRJS 230Criminal Law

3

CRJS 275Corrections

3

CRJS 351Juvenile Delinquency

3

Other courses that could meet the foundational course requirements:

  • Criminology
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Criminal Court Procedures

Core Courses

CRJS 301Human Behavior in Law Enforcement

3

CRJS 302Deviancy and Social Control

3

CRJS 303Law Enforcement Intelligence

3

CRJS 304Police Community Relations

3

CRJS 305Transnational Organized Crime

3

CRJS 306Vice and Narcotics Investigation

3

CRJS 308Techniques of Data Analysis

3

CRJS 310Advanced Law Enforcement Admin

3

CRJS 311Introduction to Homeland Security

3

CRJS 312Terrorism and Counterterrorism

3

Other Courses Required for the Major:

  • CRJS 3XX Research Methods in Criminal Justice     3 credits
  • CRJS 3XX Senior Research Project     2 credits
  • CRJS 3XX Values and Ethics in Criminal Justice     3 credits