Transition from associate-level study into advanced investigative methods, case management, and leadership for careers in public and private investigation.
This program builds on core investigative skills with training in advanced surveillance, case analysis, and investigative leadership. It is designed for students aiming for higher positions in investigation. Graduates may work as senior private investigators, corporate investigators, or fraud examination specialists. The program also supports further education in criminal justice or criminology.
This course provides a sociological perspective on crime and criminal justice by treating social structure and social inequality as central themes in the study of crime and major factors in society's treatment of criminals.
Sociology is a comprehensive course that offers you a global perspective to help you better understand your own lives, provides strong focus on social diversity that allows you to see the impact of race, class, and gender, and focuses
This course examines corrections from an academic view and from those who are at the center of the system. It includes correctional history and theory, yet concentrates on what professionals do, why they do it, and the challenges they face every day.
This course contextualizes current events within the criminal justice literature. Highlighting a variety of high-interest issues, it explains you how recent happenings relate to criminal justice studies.
This course explains the procedural aspects of the criminal justice system systematically, making the concepts easy to apply to any state’s specific procedural laws and procedures systematically.
This course presents crime detection as a dynamic field relying heavily on the past experiences of investigators as well as recent practical and technological innovations.
This course builds the procedural knowledge and real-world skills needed for today’s paralegal. It places an emphasis on profession and skills. Places an emphasis on basic foundations including: developing critical thinking and procedural skills; learning about technology applications in law office; and understanding how to handle ethical situations in workplace.
This course makes the comparative approach far more understandable and accessible, helping you recognize the growing importance of an international perspective. It organizes key concepts in a sequence that you will already find familiar; progressing from issues of law to the agencies of police, courts, and corrections.
There are two actors within a criminal act - the perpetrator and the victim - and the victim is often forgotten. This course takes a critical view of the victim's relationship with the perpetrator and the criminal justice system, and the media's and society's varied reactions to victims.
This course focuses on issues and concepts associated with the study of crime and criminal behavior. The course introduces key criminological perspectives, themes and theories in criminal behavior.
This course is a critical and comparative examination of selected areas of law of criminal evidence. The course seeks to develop your awareness of current issues of particular theoretical or practical interest and the understanding of their application in a practical situation.
A criminalist examines physical evidence from a crime scene to find the link between evidence, suspect and victim. In this course you will learn to sort, analyze, and identify the physical evidence, using scientific methods, and also learn to prepare useful information for a criminal investigation or trial.
In this course, you will learn how to identify cybercriminal activity and learn how companies and law enforcement agencies are responding to the dangers, these crimes present. Cybercrime will teach you the federal and state laws regarding computer violations and the proper manner for prosecuting crimes of this nature in court.
This course covers fundamental methods of investigation, interviews, interrogation, electronic equipment, surveillance and sources of information, with an emphasis on case preparation and problems in criminal investigations.
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Our courses are designed with direct input from industry experts, ensuring that the skills you gain are current, practical, and aligned with real-world demands. You’ll graduate with knowledge that employers are actively seeking, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
We understand that every student has unique needs and commitments. That’s why our programs offer flexible schedules, online access, and personalized learning paths, allowing you to balance education with your career and personal life.
Our dedicated faculty members bring both academic excellence and professional experience to the classroom. Combined with comprehensive student support services, you will have the guidance, mentorship, and resources you need to succeed at every stage of your learning journey.
At CUO, you’re never alone on your academic journey. From day one, you’ll have access to dedicated academic advisors, career counselors, writing and research support, peer tutoring, and mental health resources. Our online learning environments are designed to be interactive and collaborative, ensuring a smooth educational experience. Plus, you’ll benefit from networking events, industry guest lectures, and career workshops that prepare you for life beyond graduation.
Speak to a ConsultantWe believe that financial constraints shouldn’t hinder your future. CUO offers a range of merit-based, need-based, and international student scholarships for accounting majors. You may qualify for up to 80% tuition coverage based on your academic achievements or financial need. Additional scholarships are available for working adults, women in business, and underrepresented communities. Apply early to secure your financial aid and make your accounting degree more accessible than ever.
Explore Scholarship PlansHigh School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education
$18,480
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1 Year (Self-Paced) Program
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