Course Description

Introduction to futures study, its methods, and its application to law enforcement. Examination and practice in the uses of futures research. Much emphasis is placed of the emerging info/biotech age and its impact on the world and this on law enforcement and criminal justice. Futures research is applied through examples and a brainstorming session to "solve" a criminal justice dilemma. Finally, the results of 20+ years is applied to describe crime and justice in the 21st century.