Principles and application of risk management concepts and techniques, including insurance, are emphasized. The course requires that students actively pursue such techniques as conducting interviews, coding data, and designing studies. Criminological research will be critically examined. Representative module topics include basic algebraic concepts, probability, computer use,and matrix algebra. Students integrate courses and knowledge through team-based case analysis of complex policy problems.
Teamwork is practiced using structured team-building exercises and discussions.
The course is designed to provide a managerial economics perspective to decision making. Examination of some of the central substantive areas of the study of law, including regulatory processes, administrative adjudication, the Administrative Procedures Act, ombudsmen, and citizens rights, among others. Readings and case studies will focus on urban management problems relating to leadership, planning, and operations. This course will teach students the theory and application of individual and group human behavior. Key interpersonal skills will be modeled expertly on videotape.