CRMJ 4270 - ORGANIZED CRIME AND GANGS

Institution:

Northwest College

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This course provides student with a viable definition of organized crime, a historical overview from the 18th century to present, and the major theories behind why people become involved in organized crime. Topics include the development of organized crime in the northeast and its westward migration along with nontraditional organized crime. This course covers organized crime from the street-level to large international criminal enterprises. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the BAS program. (3 hrs lec)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.northwestcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 754-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.