BCJ 530
Multicultural Issues in Law Enforcement
Online Course
BCJ 530 Multicultural Issues in Law Enforcement
3 Semester Units
Multicultural Issues in Law Enforcement examines the multitude of racial, ethnic and cultural issues related to law enforcement in society. In addition, the course addresses strategies for refining law enforcement attitudes, behaviors, methods and tools for social advancement, community betterment and conflict reduction.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Examine the impact of cultural factors on law enforcement.
- Examine typical communication styles and dynamics in cross-cultural, cross-racial, and cross-ethnic encounters.
- Demonstrate an understanding of cultural specifics for law enforcement including historical information, demographics, and myths and stereotypes related to various ethnic groups and special populations.
- Evaluate response strategies for crimes motivated by hate, bias, and racial profiling.
- Describe best practices in cultural effectiveness for law enforcement.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to multicultural issues in law enforcement.
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This course is structured into four units and a final exam. Each unit has a required essay and an open book multiple-choice exam.
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Students can also obtain textbooks in their local areas or through online sources if they do not wish to utilize the University's rental library. There are many resources on the web for renting, purchasing, and selling textbooks. If you would like to purchase your textbooks, or are interested in exploring other delivery methods (digital or pdf versions), we have compiled a handy Textbook Resource Page for students who wish to explore other options.
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