Course Number & Title:
CJ 602-90-03, Agency Administration; 3 credits
Session, Location, & Dates:
Fall 2016, 10/03/16 to 12/12/16
Instructor:
Nova C. Akau, MSCJA, LSW
Note:
Parole Officer IV, State of Hawaii
Contact Number:
234-8210 (no calls or texts after 8:00 p.m.)
Office Hours:
Monday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. May contact via text, email or direct call.
Textbook:
Grover, S. (2011). Managing the Public Sector (9th ed.). Boston, MA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.
Course Description:
Survey of concepts and methods of management as applied to public administration and criminal justice systems agencies (Catalog Description).
Program Outcomes:
Students graduating with a Master of Criminal Justice Administration will demonstrate an understanding of seven learning outcomes. This course meets five of the seven, which are as follows:
Practical knowledge regarding the inherent complexities and day-to-day operations of the American criminal justice system:
Criminal justice problems and issues; and criminal justice program evaluation.
A comprehensive, integrated model of criminal justice administration theory and practice, stressing conceptual, methodological and contextual knowledge development and application:
A professional outlook and the ability to cope with, weigh, analyze, and investigate problems in corrections and law enforcement and to make enlightened decisions; management skills; fundamental skills required in managing personnel; policymaking, research and instructional responsibilities in criminal justice; administrative challenges and how these challenges are met; theory and practice concerning criminal justice administration, management and policy; and decision-making and problem-solving skills required in criminal justice administration, management and policy.
Problems associated with ethical administration decision-making:
The ability to cope with, weigh, analyze, and investigate ethical problems in corrections and law enforcement and to make enlightened decisions.
Learning how to maintain efficient criminal justice standards without infringing on the basic rights guaranteed to each individual by both state and federal constitutions and laws:
Due process of law and its application to the states; administrative responsibilities regarding police practice, policy, and procedure; current trends in law enforcement management; and basic elements of correctional administration.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate an understanding of:
Administrative and management of corrections:
the differing organizations and processes.
Attendance:
Attendance is mandatory, essential, and will fall within school guidelines -- meaning it will and can affect your final grade. If you do not attend for a two-week period, which means you missed 20% of class, you could be asked to withdraw. It is your responsibility to contact the instructor if you will not be attending class prior to class at which time assignments due and future assignments will be discussed.
Academic Policies:
Students are expected to comply with the standards related to academic honesty and plagiarism that are stated in the Chaminade General Catalog. Failure to adhere to these policies can result in a failing grade. Additionally, class discussions and assignments will reflect the Western Association of Schools and Colleges five core competencies: writing, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, and critical thinking.
General Chaminade Matters:
The five characteristics of a Marianist Education are: 1. Educate for Formation in Faith. 2. Provide an Excellent Education. 3. Educate in Family Spirit. 4. Educate for Service, Justice, and Peace. 5. Educate for Adaptation to Change. Selected from Characteristics of Marianist Universities: A Resource Paper, Published in 1999 by Chaminade University of Honolulu, St. Mary’s University and University of Dayton. Each of these characteristics is integrated, to varying degrees, in this course.
ADA Accommodations:
Any accommodations requested under the American Disability Act must be conducted through the Counseling Center prior to the start of the course.
Title IX Compliance:
Chaminade University of Honolulu (CUH) recognizes the inherent dignity of all individuals and promotes respect for all people. Sexual misconduct, physical and/or psychological abuse will NOT be tolerated at CUH. If you have been the victim of sexual misconduct, physical and/or psychological abuse, we encourage you to report this matter promptly. As a faculty member, I am interested in promoting a safe and healthy environment, and should I learn of any sexual misconduct, physical and/or psychological abuse, I must report the matter to the Title IX Coordinator. Should you want to speak to a confidential source you may contact the following:• Chaminade Counseling Center 808 735-4845.• Any priest serving as a sacramental confessor or any ordained religious leader serving in the sacred confidence role.
Class Participation:
Each student is required to participate during discussions and be respectful of opinions and views of others. Diversity of thoughts and ideas are welcomed and encouraged. Every week, you will be required to post a discussion (topic given by the instructor) and respond to at least three of your fellow classmates. Late posts are accepted on a case-by-case basis and must be discussed with the instructor prior to the due date.
Assignments:
The purpose of assignments is to apply knowledge gained, demonstrate understanding of the class objective and provoke thought. They include discussion posts, articles, and the literature review project. All assignments will be submitted via Canvas. The Discussion points earned will be based on content (thoughtfulness of entry) with your post and with the
