Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration

Business, Corporate, and Campus Security Specialization

Listed are the courses unique to the specialization or concentration. Additional fundamental courses are also required for degree completion. Please see the full Course Catalog or contact an Enrollment Advisor by email admissions@ncu.edu or phone 866-776-0331 for detailed information.

Course CodeNameCourse Description
BCC7000Nature of Crime in Corporate AmericaThis course will examine the nature and extent of criminal and unethical activity in America’s business community ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Learners will further examine how society has responded to criminal business practices through social control, policing, and legal prosecution.
BCC7005Ethical and Legal Issues in Corporate SecurityThis course will offer a practical analysis of ethical and legal issues associated with corporate security through case studies which highlight important issues such as the proper use of investigative methods, theories of legal liability, the relevancy of contractual arrangements, and the authority to detain and arrest. Learners will also examine terrorism and its impact upon private security.
BCC7025E-Commerce SecurityThis course will examine the impact of electronic commerce upon our national and global economy with an emphasis on information security technologies that facilitate secured Internet financial transactions.
BUS6011Special Topics in Business & Technology ManagementThis course provides Learners an opportunity (under the supervision of a faculty Mentor) to conduct an in-depth review of a topic of interest that enhances the Learner’s understanding of a current course, specialization offered by the university, or an emerging topic or issue in business and technology management.
CJ5008Violence and SocietyThis course will examine the nature and extent of crime, as well as causes and prevention. Particular attention will be given to theories and typologies.
CJ5009White Collar CrimeAn examination of criminal activity in our communities, business and corporate enterprises. Learners will examine the various types of white-collar crime, methods of detection, investigative techniques, and social impact. They will further review specific cases and examine articles relating to this sophisticated crime contravening our privacy and social values.

 

Note: Please see the NCU's Course Catalog for detailed listings.