In an era in which Police Service leadership is under increasing pressure with regards to the way they manage their staff (both civilian and officers), manage resources, devise and implement policing plans, account for budgets and co-ordinate a host of other administrative duties, this course will serve to bridge the gap between traditional management courses and tools and techniques required in the policing context.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- First or Second Class Honour Degree or
- Equivalent Professional Qualification
The University of Leicester will give special consideration to applications from people with significant work experience or knowledge in these areas. In these circumstances the University usually asks applicants to undertake a short assignment for assessment purposes.
COURSE STRUCTURES
The course consists of six core modules, all of which must be successfully completed to attain the Postgraduate Diploma in Police Leadership and Management. To achieve your MSc degree, you must also pass the dissertation.
COURSE MODULES
Focuses on competing explanations of order and disorder in society. The aim is to undertake a detailed examination of various theoretical perspectives and models of public order and the dynamics of change, including urban unrest, social justice and change.
Provides students with a detailed knowledge and understanding of the key social theories and debates about policing and social divisions.
Explores issues concerning crime, order and society through a consideration of criminological theories and how these may impinge on police leadership and management.
- RESEARCH METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES
Provides students with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of methodological issues in police leadership and management.
Develops understanding of the key theories and research relating to the exercise of leadership and influence. Further attention is given to the sources and use of leader power and leader behaviour.
- MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATIONS
Examines theoretical perspectives on the role of management and how these relate to the specific context of policing. Concepts such as 'police culture', 'crime pattern analysis' and policing and the community are examined.
The final stage towards you MSc degree is the completion of a dissertation of between 15,000 and 20,000 words. Its aim is to enable you to undertake research into subject of your own choosing, as you apply the theoretical knowledge and methodological skills you have gained throughout the course.
The course has been prepared by lecturers who are at the forefront of research in this field. Subject information is updated regularly to keep abreast of this fast changing subject area, and the very latest distance teaching techniques are geared to providing an intellectually stimulating, enjoyable and enriching learning experience.
HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
The course is based on continuous assessment, with each of the six study modules comprising a written paper of not more than 4,000 words. Having passed the six modules, you will then be eligible for Postgraduate Diploma in Police Leadership and Management.
Each module lasts 12 weeks, 3 weeks of which are set aside for you to write your assignment. You will have approximately five months to complete your dissertation. Upon passing the dissertation, you will be awarded the MSc degree.
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