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Administration of Justice and Homeland Security

Salve Regina's graduate program in administration of justice and homeland security endeavors to address the professional requirements of justice leaders and practitioners in an increasingly technological and global environment. Our program develops morally imbued individuals who serve their communities guided by the principles of equal respect.

In our master's degree and certificate programs, students learn from seasoned professionals who are experts in their field. Students have the option to concentrate in leadership in justice or cybersecurity and intelligence, and coursework covers justice theory and process along with a range of contemporary issues such as racially based policing and psychological profiling.

We work one-on-one with students and draw on the resources of the University to tailor our program to meet their individual needs and goals - from law enforcement leadership to law school. For many students, we encourage internships at organizations like the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Rhode Island State Police that not only contribute to experiential learning but also provide key networking opportunities that may open doors to future careers.

To meet the time demands of our working students, we offer classes at our Newport campus and online.

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Introduction to U.S. Intelligence Communication
Graduate Program in Administration of Justice and Homeland Security

This course introduces students to the U.S. intelligence community, drawing distinctions between information and intelligence and in particular how they apply to the needs of policymakers. This course exposes the students to the evolving nature of intelligence and helps them to understand and appreciate the difficulties faced by analysts who must apply analytical methods to connect the dots while respecting cultural and political differences. Students also consider legal and ethical implications necessary for sound decisions that will withstand the scrutiny of time and results.

Graduate Program in Administration of Justice and Homeland Security
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Did you know?

Smith headed RIEMA
Smith headed RIEMA

Prior to joining the Salve Regina community in August 2011, J. David Smith, director of the graduate program in administration of justice and homeland security, spent three years as director of the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency. Smith also served as police chief in the Rhode Island towns of Narragansett and Westerly.