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2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CJ 521 - Theories of Community and Social Change


Credits: 3

This course will examine various theories related to social change including social structure theories, crime prevention through environmental design, and process theories. The course will explore the role of criminal justice leaders in relying on research, best practices, and evidence based practice to make agency decisions. Strong evidence should guide decision making and this course will increase the knowledge level of our students.