Law Enforcement B.P.A.
Mission Statement
The mission of the baccalaureate degree in Public Administration is to provide current and future middle managers with the professional skills and management tools necessary to succeed in the management of a law enforcement agency. The role of the law enforcement middle manager is primarily to provide leadership to the agency stakeholders. The twenty-first century middle manager must be able to adapt to rapid technology changes, interact with diverse groups of citizens, and possess the ability to manage daily operations on limited budgets.
Program Learning Outcomes
NS Law Enforcement students develop skills and aptitude in the following three areas:
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Effective Citizenship
Upon completion of the program, the students will be able to:
- Summarize the principles and processes of management to the administration of law enforcement agencies. (Critical Thinking)
- Describe the dilemmas faced by today’s law enforcement leadership. (Critical Thinking)
- Interpret varied aspects and theories of effective organizational communication in both written and oral formats. (Communication)
- Evaluate how diversity issues, globalization, and ethical guidelines affect law enforcement leadership, organizations, and the community. (Effective Citizenship)
- Explore how law enforcement agencies and personnel can best serve the public and other relevant constituents. (Effective Citizenship)
Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence to complete the major in four years.
Degree Sheet
A degree sheet for the Law Enforcement B.P.A. is provided with the curriculum below for students’ convenience.
This sample degree checklist is intended to be used as a planning tool for students enrolled in the program for this academic year. It is recommended that students review the Academic Requirements report in their Student Center and meet regularly with an Academic Advisor to verify degree progression.
College Core Curriculum
English (3-8 credits)
Refer to the English section of the Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Refer to the Study and Technology Skills section of the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (3-5 credits)
Refer to the Mathematics section of the Core Curriculum
Natural Sciences (7-8 credits)
Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
Refer to the Cultural Diversity section of the Core Curriculum
Major Requirements (39)
Law Enforcement
| PSC 307 | Legal Issues for Command Level Officers | 3.00 |
| PSC 308 | Mass Media and the Police | 3.00 |
| PSC 403 | Law Enforcement Management | 3.00 |
| PSC 461 | Executive Leadership | 3.00 |
| PSC 464 | Contemporary Issues in Law Enforcement | 3.00 |
Leadership and Public Administration
| CRJ 412 | Leadership and Administration in Problem Solving | 3.00 |
| CRJ 413 | Dilemmas in Law Enforcement | 3.00 |
| PSC 306 | Effective Organizational Communication | 3.00 |
| PSC 404A | Public Financial Administration | 3.00 |
| PSC 404B | Public Personnel Administration | 3.00 |
Criminal Justice
General Electives
General elective course credits are taken to complete the 120 credits needed for graduation.
Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Public Administration in Law Enforcement
College Core Curriculum
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28-41 |
Major Requirements
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39 |
Electives
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40-53 |
Total Credits
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120 |
NOTE: At least 30 credits of Upper Division course work must be completed at Nevada State University to fulfill the Residency Graduation Requirement.