Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice Major, Bachelor of Science (BS)
The Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of current law enforcement professionals to meet the complexities of modern policing. This comprehensive program emphasizes leadership, cultural intelligence, mental health awareness, data-driven decision-making, and evidence-based practices.
Through a robust curriculum blending theory and practical application, students develop the skills to lead with integrity, adapt to evolving challenges, and foster trust within their communities. The program culminates in a capstone experience, allowing students to synthesize their knowledge and propose innovative solutions to real-world issues.
| SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHOD | 5 |
| ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE | 5 |
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION | 5 |
| COMMUNICATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS | 5 |
| PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| STRESS MANAGEMENT AND OFFICER WELLNESS | 5 |
| POLICING IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY | 5 |
| COMMUNITY POLICING STRATEGIES | 5 |
| CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND CIVIL LIABILITY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| CONTEMPORARY AND EMERGING ISSUES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| MENTAL HEALTH RESPONSE STRATEGIES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| DATA-DRIVEN POLICING | 5 |
| EVIDENCE-BASED POLICING STRATEGIES | 5 |
| ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY | 5 |
| DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR | 5 |
| SENIOR CAPSTONE: STRATEGIC INTEGRATION AND LEADERSHIP IN LAW ENFORCEMENT | 5 |
| Total Credits | 80 |
The following plan of study is for a student with zero credits.听Individual students may have different factors such as: credit through transfer work, Advanced Placement, Running Start, or any other type of college-level coursework that requires an individual plan.
Courses could be offered in different terms, checking the academic schedule is paramount in keeping an individual plan current.听Students should connect with an advisor to ensure they are on track to graduate.
All Undergraduate students are required to meet the听.
| First Year |
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| Fall Quarter | Credits | Winter Quarter | Credits | Spring Quarter | Credits |
|---|
| 5 | | 5 | Humanities & Arts BACR 2 (recommend TCOM 205)1 | 5 |
| 5 | Humanities & Arts BACR 1 (recommend PHIL 210)1 | 5 | Social Science BACR 2 (recommend CMST 208)1 | 5 |
| Social Science BACR 1 (recommend CYBR 101)1 | 5 | Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | Natural Science BACR 11 | 5 |
| 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 |
| Second Year |
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| Fall Quarter | Credits | Winter Quarter | Credits | Spring Quarter | Credits |
|---|
| Natural Science BACR 21 | 5 | | 5 | | 5 |
| Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | | 5 |
| Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | Diversity - graduation requirement (recommend ADST 308)1 | 5 |
| 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 |
| Third Year |
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| Fall Quarter | Credits | Winter Quarter | Credits | Spring Quarter | Credits |
|---|
| 5 | | 5 | | 5 |
| Global Studies - graduation requirement (recommend ANTR 310)1 | 5 | | 5 | | 5 |
| Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | | 5 | | 5 |
| 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 |
| Fourth Year |
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| Fall Quarter | Credits | Winter Quarter | Credits | Spring Quarter | Credits |
|---|
| 5 | | 5 | (Senior Capstone - graduation requirement ) | 5 |
| 5 | | 5 | Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 |
| Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 | | 5 | Elective - minor, or general elective | 5 |
| 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 | 听 | 15 |
| Total Credits 180 |
(GER)
- Minimum Quarter Credits—180 cumulative credit hours
- 60 upper-division credits (300 level or above)
- 45 credits in residence (attendance) at 51福利社, with at least 15 upper-division credits in major in residence at 51福利社
- Minimum Semester Credits—120 cumulative credit hours
- 40 upper-division credits (300 level or above)
- 30 credits in residence (attendance) at 51福利社, with at least 10 upper-division credits in major in residence at 51福利社
- Minimum Cumulative GPA ≥2.0
University Competencies and Proficiencies
(BACR)
(UGR)
(for Bachelor of Arts)
Application for Graduation (use ) must be made at least two terms in advance of the term expected to graduate (undergraduate and post-baccalaureate).
Use the to determine .
- The catalog in effect at the student's first term of current matriculation is used to determine BACR (Breadth Area Core Requirements) and UGR (Undergraduate Graduation Requirements).
- The catalog in effect at the time the student declares a major or minor is used to determine the program requirements.
Students who earn a BS in Law Enforcement Leadership & Practice from 51福利社 should be able to:
- demonstrate the ability to apply leadership skills to enhance organizational effectiveness within law enforcement teams;
- apply ethical principles to propose solutions for complex law enforcement scenarios;
- develop strategies to improve police-community relationships through effective law enforcement practices;
- use research and data to develop actionable solutions for challenges in law enforcement operations;
- interpret constitutional principles to ensure lawful and ethical law enforcement practices;
- develop wellness plans that address stress management and support officer well-being;
- create initiatives to build trust and enhance collaboration with diverse populations;
- demonstrate advanced communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders in a variety of law enforcement contexts.
