Masters in Investigation

One Choice, Infinite Horizons

Program Overview

In the Investigation program, students acquire the investigative skills and knowledge required for roles in law enforcement, private investigation, and security. The curriculum emphasizes criminal investigations, surveillance techniques, and evidence collection. With a strong foundation in investigation methods, graduates can pursue careers as detectives, private investigators, or security specialists.

Courses offered in Masters Degree in INVESTIGATION

Module 1

  • Course Name

  • Credit Hours

  • Criminal Justice and Society

    This course focuses on the implications for society and the criminal justice system. Some distinctive chapters that address issues of drug abuse, crime, and criminal justice.

  • 6 Credits

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  • Crime Management

    This course is known for its thoroughness, accessibility, and practicality. By focusing on both the "hows" and "whys" of management techniques, it equips you with the skills and knowledge to effectively deal with the issues they will face in today's field.

  • 6 Credits

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  • Investigation Management

    This course presents crime detection as a dynamic field relying heavily on the past experiences of investigators as well as recent practical and technological innovations. It explores the many external variables that can influence the investigator's success and the specific methods of crime detection and prosecution of law available today.

  • 6 Credits

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  • Psychology of Different People

    This course continues the story of psychology with added research and enhanced content from the most dynamic areas of the field—cognition, gender and diversity studies, neuroscience and more, while at the same time using the most effective teaching approaches and learning tools.

  • 6 Credits

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  • Current Issues in Criminal Justice

    This course introduces you to major issues in the field of Criminal Justice and helps you understand how they fit within the context of crime and justice.

  • 6 Credits

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Module 2

Program Overview

  • Eligibility Criteria
    Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

  • Credit Hours
    60 Hours

  • Courses Offered
    10

  • Course Duration
    1 Year (Self-Paced)

  • Estimated Fee
    $27,000

Foundations Of Criminal Law And Justice Systems:

The College of Criminal Justice begins with a comprehensive exploration of criminal law and justice systems. Students acquire a deep understanding of legal principles, criminology, and law enforcement practices. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the complex world of criminal justice.

Practical Experience And Community Engagement:

Beyond the classroom, our College of Criminal Justice places a strong emphasis on practical experience and community engagement. Students have opportunities to intern with law enforcement agencies, participate in mock trials, and engage with local communities. These experiences not only enhance their practical skills but also provide valuable insights into the criminal justice field.

Global Criminal Justice Issues And Cross-Border Collaborations:

The College of Criminal Justice at Brookwood University is committed to addressing global criminal justice issues and fostering cross-border collaborations. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on crime and justice and encourages students to engage in collaborative research and initiatives with organizations worldwide. This global perspective equips students to tackle complex challenges in the realm of criminal justice.

Criminal Justice and Society

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    An introduction to drug use and abuse.
    History of drug use and drug legislation.
    Theoretical perspectives on drug use and abuse.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The major stimulants: cocaine and amphetamines.
    The major narcotics: opium, morphine, and heroin.
    Lsd and other hallucinogens.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Marijuana
    Depressants and inhalants.
    Anabolic steroids and drug abuse in sports.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Alcohol: social beverage/social drug.
    Chronic alcohol abuse and alcoholism.
    Nicotine and tobacco.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Drugs and crime.
    Drugs and the criminal justice system.
    Drug policy: prevention, education, and treatment.

Crime management

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Probation and parole in criminal justice.
    Juvenile court and juvenile justice.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Juvenile probation, institutions, and aftercare.
    Probation and the courts: history and administration.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Sentencing and the presentence investigation -psi-.
    American prisons and community-based corrections.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Parole and the indeterminate sentence.
    Parole administration and services.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Rehabilitation: theory and practice.
    Probation and parole officers.
    Probation and parole supervision.
    Special problems and programs in probation and parole.
    Intermediate punishments.
    Probation and parole in the twenty-first century.

Investigation management

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Criminal investigation: an overview.
    The preliminary investigation.
    Documenting the crime scene.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Search and seizure.
    Identification of criminal suspects.
    The criminal intelligence function.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Undercover and surveillance operations.
    Making an arrest.
    Interviews and interrogation.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Development and management of informants.
    Wrongful death.
    Robbery.
    Assault and related offenses.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Sex offenses.
    Child abuse and neglect.
    Burglary.
    Larceny-theft.
    Motor vehicle theft.
    Arson and bombings.
    Drug offenses.
    White-collar crime.
    Preparation for court.

Psychology of different people

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introducing social psychology
    Methodology: how social psychologists do research
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Social cognition: how we think aout the social world
    Social perception: how we come to understand other people
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Self-knowledge: how we come to understand ourselves and nsp;
    The need to justify our actions
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Attitudes and attitude change: influencing thoughts and feelings and nsp;
    Conformity: influencing ehavior
    Group processes: influence in social groups and nsp;
    Interpersonal attraction: from first impressions to close relationships
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Prosocial ehavior: why do people help?
    Aggression: why we hurt other people
    Prejudice: causes and cures
    
    Social psychology and health
    Social psychology and the law

Current Issues in Criminal Justice

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Recruitment and selection
    Training the police
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Developing the professional policing model
    New policing philosophies and strategies
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    The police organization
    Police field work
    Measuring police performance
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police misconduct
    Police accountability: internal mechanisms
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police accountability: external mechanisms
    Technology and the police
    Next steps and challenges for police

Computer Forensics

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Forensic evidence and crime investigation
    Computer forensics and digital detective work
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Tools, environments, equipment, and certifications
    Policies and procedures
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Data, pda, and cell phone forensics
    Operating systems and data transmission basics for digital
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Internet and network forensics and intrusion detection
    Tracking down those who intend to do harm on a large scale
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Fraud and forensic accounting investigation
    Federal rules and criminal codes
    Ethical and professional responsibility in testimony

Advanced concepts in Criminal Evidence

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction
    The american criminal court system
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Forms of evidencea. introduction
    Doctrine of justification
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    The exclusion of evidence
    Warrantless arrests and searches
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Confessions and the 5
    Witnesses - competency, credibility and impeachment
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Examination of witnesses
    Hearsay
    Privileged communications
    Documentary and scientific evidence
    Cyber-evidence and demonstrative evidence

Criminal Investigation

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Identifying and evaluating crime control.
    Crime control perspectives.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Traditional policing.
    Proactive policing, directed control and other advancements
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Community involvement in policing.
    Prosecutors and crime control.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Crime control though legislation.
    Crime control in the courts and beyond.
    Sentencing.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Probation, parole, and intermediate sanctions.
    Rehabilitation, treatment, and job training.
    Individual, family, and household crime control.
    Crime control in the community and in schools.
    Reducing criminal opportunities through environmental manipulation.
    Juvenile crime control.
    Putting it all together, explaining crime trends.

Cases in Crime Scene Analysis

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Preparation and initial steps
    Equipment and supplies
    Arrival at the scene
    Notes and forms
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Photography
    Crime scene drawings
    Fingerprints
    Pattern evidence
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Types of property crime
    Fire and explosion investigations
    Blood and body fluids
    Sexual assault
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Elder, child, and spousal abuse and neglect
    Death investigation: general considerations
    Forensic anthropology and archaeology
    Forensic odontology
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Forensic entomology
    Injury and wound patterns
    Bloodstain pattern analysis
    Natural, accidental, and undetermined deaths
    Suicide
    Homicide

Criminal Law and Procedure

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Fundamentals of criminal law and procedure.
    Organization of the criminal justice system.
    Constitutional limitations on the prohibition of criminal conduct.
    Elements of crimes and parties to crimes.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Inchoate offenses.
    Offenses against persons.
    Crimes against property.
    Offenses against public morality.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Alcohol and drug offenses.
    White-collar and organized crime.
    Offenses against public health and the environment.
    Offenses against public order, safety, and national security.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Offenses against justice and public administration.
    Criminal responsibility and defenses.
    Search and seizure.
    Arrest, interrogation and identification procedures.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The pretrial process.
    The criminal trial.
    Sentencing and punishment.
    Appeal and post-conviction relief.
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