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Ask Us!The master of arts is a 36-credit-hour program designed for students who intend to continue their graduate studies toward the doctorate in criminology, criminal justice, or other fields. The emphasis of this program is research. A thesis is required and is viewed as preparatory work for the rigors of a doctoral dissertation.
| MASTER OF ARTS IN CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE—36 CREDIT HOURS | |
| Research (12 credit hours) | |
| CRIM 606 | Seminar: Research in Criminology (3 credits) |
| CRIM 699 | Master's Thesis (6 credits) |
| Statistics taken from any graduate major (3 credits) | |
| Major (21 credit hours) | |
| CRIM 540 | Ethics in Criminal Justice (3 credits) |
| CRIM 601 | Seminar: Criminological Theories (3 credits) |
| CRIM 607 | Seminar: Law and Society (3 credits) |
| CRIM 608 | Seminar in Law and Criminal Justice Administration (3 credits) |
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | |
| CRIM 602 | Correctional Counseling (3 credits) |
| CRIM 603 | Seminar: Treatment Practices and Techniques in Corrections (3 credits) |
| CRIM 604 | Seminar: Police Problems and Practices (3 credits) |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| CRIM 609 | Criminal Justice Organization and Management (3 credits) |
| PA 601 | Proseminar in Public Administration (3 credits) |
| PA 605 | Organizational Behavior in Public Agencies (3 credits) |
| Other Requirements (3 credit hours) | |
| 3 additional credits of graduate study inside or outside the department | |
| Culminating Experience | |
| Successful defense of the student's thesis. | |
Course Descriptions
Courses in this program are delivered via the Internet.
CRIM 540 Ethics in Criminal Justice—3 credits. A study of ethics, crime, and the criminal justice system. This course explores a variety of theoretical perspectives relative to the study of ethical behavior and then applies this discussion to the practice of law enforcement and corrections.
CRIM 601 Seminar: Criminological Theories—3 credits. The presentation and discussion of the various theories of crime and delinquency causation and the research which has been done to develop and test theories.
CRIM 602 Correctional Counseling—3 credits. (3 hours) Casework and counseling as applicable in probation, parole, and institutions.
CRIM 603 Seminar: Treatment Practices and Techniques in Corrections—3 credits. An advanced course in corrections designed to cover issues surrounding the provision of treatment to various groups in the correctional system. Primary focus is directed towards understanding how to lead groups, evaluate treatment related research, and dealing with special populations such as addicts, mental health offenders, and victims.
CRIM 604 Seminar: Police Problems and Practices—3 credits. The organizational structure, administrative practices, and operating procedures of police departments; the purpose of each practice and the principle to be followed in achieving it.
CRIM 606 Seminar: Research in Criminology—3 credits. An analysis of research in criminology, focusing on several aspects of the criminal justice system. Examination of research methods and problems for the researcher in conducting criminological research.
CRIM 607 Seminar: Law and Society—3 credits. A study of the relationship between the law and the culture of the society in which it functions. An analysis is made of the law as a social institution, its possible origin, its development through various periods of history, and its present status in Western civilization. Special emphasis is placed upon the problems of contemporary criminal law in the United States, the effects of recent social changes and conflicts on the criminal courts, the rights and responsibilities of those who come before them, and various proposals for changes in American criminal law.
CRIM 608 Seminar in Law and Criminal Justice Administration—3 credits. This seminar provides an in-depth study of the legal requirements and problems associated with the administration of criminal justice agencies, including enforcement, prosecution, adjudication, and corrections. Special emphasis is given to issues confronting managers in the areas of personnel administration, workplace safety and health, environmental compliance, civil rights, liability avoidance, and financial management. Recent developments in legislation and judicial decisions are studied.
CRIM 609 Criminal Justice Organization and Management—3 credits. This seminar provides an overview of principles of organization and management including budgeting, planning, employee selection and training, and policy making. Students broaden their knowledge of activities and procedures involved in criminal justice agency management. Specific emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing the communication skills and critical thinking required of today's managers.
CRIM 699 Master’s Thesis—6 credits. Thesis on research in criminology.
PA 601 Proseminar in Public Administration—3 credits. An analytical overview of public administration as a field of study and as a profession in the United States and other countries.
PA 605 Organizational Behavior in Public Agencies—3 credits. Conceptual and empirical analysis of organizational and personal relationships in public agencies. Professional socialization, interpersonal relationships, conflict management, and informal influence will be emphasized.
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.