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    • L

      Lund University

      AI & Law

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Intellectual Property, Legal Proceedings, Data Ethics, Labor Law, Legal Research, Innovation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      671 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Corruption

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Risk Control, Compliance Management, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Risk Management, Policy Analysis, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Decision Making, Analysis, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economic Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      549 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, World History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Research Methodologies, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      357 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Introduction to English Common Law

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Litigation and Civil Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Civil Law, Mediation, Political Sciences, European History, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Manchester

      Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Engineering, Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Civil Engineering, Industrial Design, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue, Laboratory Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      930 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Security Awareness, Incident Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technical Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Sanitation, Energy and Utilities, Mitigation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      231 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Lausanne

      La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Court Systems, Report Writing, Laboratory Testing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Scientific Methods, Deductive Reasoning, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Management, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      L

      Lund University

      Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Social Justice, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      255 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Violencias por razones de género

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Sociology, Conflict Management, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      186 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

    • AI & Law : Lund University
    • Corruption: University of Pennsylvania
    • Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to English Common Law: University of London
    • Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering: University of Manchester
    • Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs: Google
    • Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ? : University of Lausanne
    • Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project: IBM

    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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