CJG

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course explores potential answers to complex and important questions about criminal behavior by drawing on the social science of criminology. The primary emphasis of this course will be discussing and evaluating major explanations or theories of crime. The course will include sociological, biological, political, psychological and economic explanations for crime. The course will include a focus on the historical development of the theories, their major assumptions and propositions, their relevance for public policy and practice. As we progress through each explanation for crime, we critically evaluate the validity of different explanations for crime as well as criminal justice policies and practices that they support. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course will focus on the mechanics of writing for criminal justice settings. HR Reports, investigation reports, incident/scene documentation, general reports, memos, emails, letters, responsive correspondence, program proposals, report writing, grant proposal fundamentals and program assessments will be included. Overall comprehension of the various methods and writing needs required in Criminal Justice settings will be discussed. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course focuses on the experiences of men and women in the criminal justice system. It will cover the history of criminological theory on gender, application of mainstream criminological theory to gender, and differences for men and women as offenders, victims, and professionals in the criminal justice system. This includes exploring the role of gender in offending, victimization, and criminal justice processing. This course also evaluates the influence of gender on working in criminal justice professions. Criminological and victimological theories are assessed in light of gender and the relationship between gender and criminal justice. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Making in Criminal Justice Sub-Total Credits 24

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

and Crime

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

& the Law l CJG-625 or CJG-620 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course will introduce the student to the discipline of victimology, an emerging area of specialization in the field of criminology. Emphasis will focus on crime victims and their plight, the relationships between crime victims and other social groups and institutions. These other groups or institutions include the media, business interests, politicians, special interest groups, and social movement actors. The issues of Justice and Redress from the perspective of the victim as well as general society will be stressed. An overview of victim prevention programs and victim assistance programs will be presented. Topics such as the Restorative Justice Model, victim Repayment, and Victim/Offender Mediation will be included In the course content. While the course follows an interdisciplinary approach and is designed for general interest and appeal, it has particular relevance for students drawn from disciplinary interests in the fields of criminal justice, psychology, sociology, education, health care administration, and political science. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

The growing use of data-centric technologies is transforming criminal justice in the United States. These technologies affect the scale and nature of collected data, enable the detection of discriminatory patterns of policing and influence bail recommendations for pretrial detainees and management of prison populations. Modern computational and statistical methods offer the promise of increased efficiency, equity, and transparency, but their use raises complex legal, social, and ethical questions. In this course, we will discuss the application of techniques from machine learning and statistics to a variety of criminal justice issues, analyze recent court decisions, and examine the relationships among law, public policy, and data. Special attention is paid to the rules of evidence as they apply to electronic or digital evidence, the role of expert witnesses, and the laws and regulations governing electronic surveillance. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course will provide students with an overview of computer crime, the legislative responses to computer crime and the issues encountered by police when enforcing laws in cyberspace. Emphasis is on how communication technologies can be targets of crime, instruments of crime and important sources of criminal evidence. The global reach of the Internet, the low marginal cost of online activity, and the relative anonymity of users have contributed to a wide escalation in cybercrimes. Consequently, information and communications technologies (ICT) are being increasingly employed to instigate threats to global civil society. This course provides an overview of cybercrime and the digital law enforcement practices put in place to respond to them. The course will focus on the types and extent of current cybercrimes, how the justice system responds to these crimes, the various constitutional protections afforded to computer users, the law and policies that govern cybercrime detection and prosecution, and related technologies. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

In this course, students will examine the nature and etiology of the major categories of sex offenses. Students will evaluate federal and local sex offender legislation, as well as community supervision and reentry issues that offenders face. Students will also survey theoretical approaches to sex crimes and offenders. Upon completion of this course, students will gain insight into the characteristics of sex offenders while exploring the legal and custodial challenges of those that work with this population. This includes the long-term consequences of their offenses as it relates to offender recidivism, community supervision and resources. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

In this course, students will examine trends in violence and aggression in society. There will be a focus on the origins and determinants of violence and aggression and the impact of these actions on the public. The focus will be on operational contexts with a focus on the violence risk posed by persons of interest who are under investigation, arrested for, charged with, or convicted of offenses. In addition, at the organizational context, the violence risk posed toward police, public safety professionals or even the violence risk posed by professionals toward coworkers or members of the public will be examined. Based on the content focused on experiences and research, the students will consider what kinds of harm someone might perpetrate, against which victims, at which time or locations and what steps can be taken to mitigate the risks posed and prevent violence? Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course will examine the nature and extent of corporate and white collar crime, including detection, deterrence, and criminal liability sanctions, as well as the social and legal changes related to corporate illegality. Students will use case materials which address securities fraud, money "laundering", professional deviance, and political corruption, in addition to other topics. Students will also analyze policy responses including RICO and other laws, regulations and court processing. The course will include analysis of several forms of white collar (corporate and individual) crime, the relevance of law- making to lawbreaking, problems of detection and punishment and the causes of this social problem. Discussion of policy evaluation and suggested reforms will take place. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Police agencies play a critical role in a democratic society. While seeking to maintain order, enforce the law and deliver services effectively, police agencies are held accountable to a wide variety of values by a number of powerful stakeholders. Police leaders, managers and other personnel must understand the complexities of the police role in society, the political and legal constraints placed on them in addition to being experts in effective, evidence-based approaches to dealing with crime problems in the community. By applying theory, policy and evaluation literature to the cutting-edge practices in the field, this course provides students with an advanced understanding in the field of police leadership, management, strategy and accountability within a democratic society. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

This course is only available for students who have had no work experience in Criminal Justice. An internship/ practicum is a "field apprentice" course during which students work under supervision in a criminal justice, private security or other related agency or department in an agency. Written daily logs of activities and a written report of internship experiences is required. Specifically, the course will focus on workplace interactions, performance evaluations, worker accountability, the use of discretion in criminal justice settings, and the process of reform in criminal justice organizations. Credits 3

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu

Sub-Total Credits 12 Total Credits 36 Post-Baccalaureate Certificate -

Subject

CJG

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

6

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

gradcatalog.meredith.edu