Course Syllabus
CRJU 3311 Police Administration (3 Credit Hours)
Monday & Wednesday - 8 pm to 9:15 pm
Fall Semester , 2011
Instructor: Mitch Jones
Required Text: Police Administration, 7th Edition By Gary Cordner & Kathryn E. Scarborough
Course Description: This course will introduce the student to police administration using aspects of past
and current police service delivery models, studying contemporary challenges, reviewing basic police
management and organizational theories, and evaluating common strategies.
Office Hours: By appointment (prior to or following class)- Call (770)-732-5788 on M-F to make an appt.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Monday, Sept 5 – NO CLASSES.
Mid term – October 12 is last day to drop course without academic penalty.
Nov 23-27 – Fall Break
Final Exam – Dec 7 from 8 PM to 10 PM
Prerequisites: CRJU 1101
Course Objectives:
 Students will gain knowledge of the key aspects of police administration using the major
perspectives of social, political, organizational, and leadership dynamics.
 Students will explore the complexities of both past and present police management and the
challenging influences impacting police managers.
 Students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of police organizations including
organizational theory, management strategies, and police executive tasks.
 Students will use the required text and other study aids to examine leadership roles, personnel
tasks, and evaluation methods for results in police administration.
 Students will be presented with various problem-solving scenarios to explore decision-making
problems that are common in police administration.
Attendance/Participation:
 Students are expected to attend all classes and be on time for all classes. Class attendance will
be taken daily throughout the semester. Students will be excused for absences ONLY by the
instructor, and ONLY documentation concerning personal illness, family tragedy, approved
university activities, and court orders will be considered. If a student misses more than 3
classes unexcused, it will result in a letter grade drop for this course.
 Each student is encouraged to participate in class through the expression of ideas and should
freely interact with student during small group exercise and classroom discussions.
 Students are expected to be in attendance for all examinations. If an examination is missed,
students will be expected to complete a final cumulative examination. If more than one
examination is missed, students will be given a failing grade for the course.
 Failure to submit the required assignments on the date and time specified will result in no credit
unless given prior written permission by the instructor.
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Weather: If the weather prevents us from meeting, follow the syllabus schedule and continue
your reading and paper preparation; a make-up date will be announced at the next class
meeting. Check the KSU web site and listen to the local radio. The BOTTOM LINE: Use common
sense. Safety is your responsibility.
GRADING POLICY:
Your final grade will be based on the following:
Issue Papers :
20% (Three (3) issue papers will be scheduled)
Presentations:
20% (Class participation & presentations.)
Exams:
20% - (Multiple choice)
Research Paper:
20% - (5-10 page research of instructor approved topic.)
Final Exam:
20% (Multiple choice)
You can drop one of your issue paper grades, and you can drop one of your exam grades (not
the final exam).
Bonus points will be added for attendance, and points will be available during each classroom session
for discussion participation and small group leadership/presentations. Any bonus points will be added
to the final grade.
If a student misses more than 3 classes, it will result in a letter grade drop for this course.
Class time will be devoted to discussion, lecture, assignments, and reviews. Guest lecturers and films
may be used during the course, and exam questions may be taken from the information provided.
Changing circumstances may lead to adjustments in course assignments and scheduling.
Final grades will be determined using the following scale: A (90 or more points), B (80-89 points), C
(70-79 points), D (60-69 points). & F (59 or fewer points)
Issue Papers will be written in a format provided to you. Issue papers should not be more than 3-5 pages
in length. Fonts should be Times New Roman or Arial and no larger than size 12. Each page will be
numbered with 8 ½ inches by 11 inches in size. Margins will be set at 1 inch left, right, top, & bottom.
Research paper: Each student will be required to submit a staff study decision paper in a prescribed
format. Suggested topics will be provided to students or students may propose one with the approval of
the instructor. Each staff study project will be typed. Fonts should be Times New Roman or Arial and no
larger than size 12. Each page will be numbered with 8 ½ inches by 11 inches in size. Margins will be set
at 1 inch left, right, top, & bottom. A selected bibliography of at least eight different publications is
required. A minimum of five of these sources must be referenced in your paper. The required main body
of the staff study will not exceed three pages. This does not include the bibliography, endnotes, or
other supporting annexes. Endnotes will be used to document the ideas of others, their direct quotes, or
the paraphrases of other authors or sources of information. Internal documentation or footnotes will not
be used. NO PLASTIC COVERS will be submitted, and all pages will be stapled together in the upper left
hand corner. Papers will be graded on a logical and organized presentation of the material;
grammatical correctness; and the provision of a logical conclusion or opinion supported by analysis of
the information presented. Failure to comply with the instructions given will result in points being
deducted from your grade. A hard copy of the research paper is required to be turned in on the day
listed in the syllabus.
Laptop computers are NOT allowed in my classroom unless you have a documented learning disability.
Disrespecting my guest speakers and me by using this device or any other electronic device will not be
tolerated! ALL BlueTooth devices must be removed. Cell phones must be placed on silent or off. NO
TEXTING during class; if you do, you will be asked to leave.
Students with Disabilities
Any student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments must notify me as soon as
possible. Verification from KSU disabled Student Support Services is required. All discussions will remain
confidential.
Academic Honesty
If you do not understand plagiarism, you need to read the definition. Plagiarism results in a grade of 0.
The Bottom Line: Do the right thing!
Every KSU student is responsible for upholding the provisions of the Statement of Student Rights and
Responsibilities, as published in the Undergraduate and Graduate catalogs. Section II of the Statement
of Student Rights and Responsibilities addresses the University’s policy on academic honesty, including
provisions regarding plagiarism and cheating, unauthorized access to University materials.
Misrepresentation/falsification of University records or academic work, malicious removal, retention, or
destruction of library materials, malicious misuse of computer facilities and/or services, and misuse of
student identification cards. Incidents of alleged academic misconduct will be handled through the
established procedures of the University Judiciary Program, which includes either an “informal”
resolution by a faculty member, resulting in a grade adjustment, or a formal hearing procedure, which
may subject a student to the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities minimum one semester
suspension requirement.
Class Schedule
August
17 - Introductions, syllabus review, and review of textbook
22 – Discuss Chapter 1, First Issue Paper – “Is policing a profession?” (3-5 pages.)
24 - Discuss Decision Paper format. Listen to U.S. Supreme Court Case argument. – U.S. v. Hayes
29 – Issue Paper- “Is policing a profession?”- due hard copy by 8 PM in class today.
31 - Discuss Chapter 2 - Small Group Assignments
September
5 -– NO CLASS – Labor Day
7 – Discuss Chapter 3
12 - Discuss CASE 1 – Small Group presentations.
14 – Discuss Chapter 4
19 – Discuss Chapter 5
21 - Assignment 2 - U.S. v. Hayes reading & Issue paper assigned. – Chapter Reviews
26 – FIRST EXAM (Chapters 1-5)
28 - Discuss Chapter 6, U.S. v. Hayes due via e-mail by 8 PM today.
28 – Discuss U.S. v. Hayes (Assignment #2 – Issue Paper)
October
3 – Discuss Chapter 7, Small Group assignment
5 - CASE 2 – Small Group presentations
10 – Discuss Chapter 8
12 – Assignment #3 described. (Assignment #3 – Issue Paper)
Discuss Chapter 9
17 – Assignment #3 – Issue Paper due via e-mail by 8 PM today.
19 - Discuss Chapter 10, CASE 3 assigned for small groups
24 – Small Group presentations – Chapter Reviews
26 – Exam 2
31 – Discuss Chapter 11
November
2 – Discuss Chapter 12, Research topics described.
7 – Discuss Chapter 13, Case 4 assigned for small groups. Research topic chosen.
8 –10 – CASE 4 – Small group presentations.
15 – Discuss Chapter 14
17 - Discuss Chapter 15,
21 –Exam 3
28 – No Class – Research Paper work
30 – No class – Research Paper due by 8 pm
December
7 –Final Exam - 8 pm – 10 pm