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      Sciences Po

      Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Immigration Law, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Governance, European History, Demography, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Campus BBVA

      El ABC de la sostenibilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Natural Resource Management, Social Justice, Stakeholder Engagement, Economic Development, Performance Measurement, International Relations, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Western Australia

      Gender Equality

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Sociology, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Media and Communications, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Community Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Notre Dame

      Ethical Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Data Ethics, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Change Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Justice, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Business Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Personal Integrity, Organizational Leadership, Analytics, Market Dynamics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Education and Training, Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Pedagogy, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Public Policies, Student-Centred Learning, Mentorship, Parent Communication, Planning, Social Justice, Student Support and Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      448 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Zurich

      Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

      Skills you'll gain: Landscape Architecture, Environmental Issue, Environment, Aesthetics, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Pollution Prevention, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Development, Art History, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      当代应用心理学

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, Occupational Safety And Health, Mental Health, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, People Management, Behavioral Health, Market Research, Leadership, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Scientific Methods, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Yale University

      Music and Social Action

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Social Studies, Pedagogy, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Classical Music

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Violence Against Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Safety, Health Care, Hospital Medicine, Health Systems, Community Health, Safety and Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Risk Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Social Justice, European History, Culture, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      188 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po
    • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • El ABC de la sostenibilidad : Campus BBVA
    • Gender Equality: University of Western Australia
    • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Ethical Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
    • Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
    • Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition: University of Zurich
    • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Music and Social Action: Yale University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Justice

    Criminal justice encompasses policies and procedures that aim to punish criminal behavior while also affording the accused person certain rights. Several goals of the criminal justice system include deterring crime through penalties, rehabilitating criminals, and delivering justice to victims. Institutions, including prisons and courts, are part of the criminal justice system. Courts work to determine if a person is guilty of crime, while prisons remove convicted individuals from society for a certain length of time.‎

    Learning about criminal justice allows you to protect innocent people and find ways to ensure victims of crimes receive justice. However, the criminal justice system is also imperfect, and knowledge of the system gives you an opportunity to help others who feel the system is treating them unfairly. You can also use your knowledge to help criminals change their ways through a rehabilitation process.‎

    Learning about criminal justice can prepare you for a range of careers, ranging from law enforcement to prosecution and defense roles. Law enforcement jobs involve investigating wrongdoings and arresting offenders. Prosecutors and defense lawyers either attempt to prove wrongdoing or defend the accused. Other positions in the court include clerks, witness coordinators, and judges.‎

    Online courses can introduce you to various systems of laws, such as international law and American law. Some lessons focus on behavioral theories that explain criminal behavior, providing insight into what motivates people to break the law. You'll also learn about problematic aspects of the justice system, such as police brutality, and how reform is possible.

    Online courses are ideal for people who want flexible educational opportunities. You can access the lessons from anywhere with an internet connection and work at your own pace.‎

    Online Criminal Justice courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Criminal Justice skills. Choose from a wide range of Criminal Justice courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Criminal Justice, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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