CJ 208 - Criminal Justice Leadership

Lecture Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3

Surveys the leadership practices as understood in the last 75 years and looks to the twenty-first century for a reconstructed understanding of leadership in the postindustrial era. Offers a definition and paradigm for leadership that distinguishes leadership from management in fundamental ways. Looks at how leadership is implemented and understood within criminal justice agencies.

Prerequisite: CJ 103 with a grade of C or better with a criminal history clearance; current professional in the field; or consent of instructor.