NCJ Number
173000
Journal
FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin Volume: 67 Issue: 2 Dated: February 1998 Pages: 10-14
Date Published
1998
Length
5 pages
Annotation
Through the use of CNU ONLINE and the Mid-Atlantic Police Supervisory Institute (MAPSI), Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Va., is providing police officers with the tools they need to perform well in the classroom, at the office, and on the street.
Abstract
CNU ONLINE is a computer-based Internet communication system that allows students to take accredited college courses and, in fact, entire degree programs without physically attending any classes. MAPSI gives first-line supervisors an efficient, cost- effective way to develop the administrative, leadership, and ethical skills they need to succeed in their positions. One particular degree program under CNU -- the bachelor of science in governmental administration -- allows students to complete their studies entirely online. With concentrations in public management, criminal justice administration, international administration, and legal studies, the governmental administration program can provide valuable education for law enforcement officers, who only need to come to campus if they choose to participate in the graduation ceremony. MAPSI courses address leadership strategies, human resource management, planning and evaluation, budget, ethics in government, and police organization and management. After completing four courses, MAPSI students receive a certificate. This article describes assignments and computer equipment requirements for these online college courses.