CJUS 600 - Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): CJUS 500 and CJUS 510
Corequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): Students must be enrolled in the Master of Science in Criminal Justice program

This course explores the discipline of program evaluation and policy analysis via the examination of theories, research methods, evaluation models, and the application of these elements to real world issues. A major focus of this course is the development of evaluation strategies for existing criminal justice programs. This exploration will help students to understand, and participate in widespread evidence-based practices and programs currently used in the criminal justice field.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Create a plan for evaluating an existing policy, program or agency.
Synthesize important themes, theories, and areas of interest for an existing policy, program or agency.
Develop potential evaluation-based solutions to issues in the modern criminal justice system.
Apply evaluation research processes and procedures in the field of criminal justice.