Students will apply analytic skills developed in the courses to examine contemporary criminal justice issues, analyze existing research and inform policy. Courses will integrate published research, empirical data and the personal experiences of the instructors and students in the criminal justice field. Students and instructors with a variety of backgrounds and experiences in the criminal justice field will provide a rich and interactive learning environment for those with or without a background in the criminal justice. The program is offered exclusively online with the exception of a two-day orientation that includes some classroom instruction. It is designed for prospective doctoral students, working professionals and college graduates interested in the advanced study of criminal justice and criminology.?