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Program Description

The post-baccalaureate certificate program in Police Executive Administration is designed for graduate-level law enforcement students who wish to improve their knowledge in the policing field. This program provides professional development for aspiring law enforcement executives seeking to progress through police supervisory ranks. The work required for the certificate must be completed within three calendar years.

The Police Executive Administration program provides:

a. A strong foundation in understanding the behavior of criminals;
b. A comprehensive view of the issues confronted by, and solutions available to, police administrators;
c. A grounding in the legal aspects of liability and responsibility of police personnel at all levels;
d. A thorough review and update of information specifically related to the police;
e. An exposure to the benefits, problems, and consequences of policing in a diverse society or an exposure to the ethical, moral, and legal problems confronted by police administrators;
f. A capstone experience which brings elements from a number of areas together in a seminar designed to incorporate these elements into an organized whole.