Course Desc: Prerequisite: WRTG 112 or equivalent. An introduction to public safety organizations and the functions of administrators within these organizations. The objective is to identify key functions of public safety administration and describe the history and current forces and trends facing public safety administrators. The history, development, growth, and future of various interdependent public safety entities is examined from an interdisciplinary perspective. Topics include key responsibilities of administrators in public safety administration.
Course Desc: Recommended: PSAD 304. A study of leadership theories, skills, and techniques used in public safety administration. The objective is to define and explain basic concepts of leadership; analyze personal leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities; and evaluate leadership performance in the current public safety environment. Topics include leadership, leadership theories and styles, leadership roles, leadership performance, individual leadership skills and plans, effective leadership, and future trends.
Course Desc: Prerequisite: 9 credits in the discipline and prior program approval (requirements detailed online at www.umgc.edu/wkpl). The integration of discipline-specific knowledge with new experiences in the work environment. Tasks include completing a series of academic assignments that parallel work experiences.
Course Desc: Prerequisites: 9 credits in the discipline and prior program approval (requirements detailed online at www.umgc.edu/wkpl). The integration of discipline-specific knowledge with new experiences in the work environment. Tasks include completing a series of academic assignments that parallel work experiences.
Course Desc: (Intended as a final, capstone course to be taken in a student's last 15 credits.) Prerequisites: PSAD 306, PSAD 408, PSAD 410, PSAD 414, and PSAD 416. An intensive study of public safety administration that integrates knowledge gained through previous coursework and builds on that foundation through integrative analysis, practical application, and critical thinking. Focus is on using these skills to address the challenges of current and future issues in public safety administration. The aim is to integrate leadership, administration, and management concepts apply them to current public safety issues. Assignments include the development of a comprehensive case study related to a current public safety issue.