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Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition provides the
latest developments in the policy and operations of domestic
security efforts of the agencies under the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security. This includes the FBI, Secret Service, FEMA, the
Coast Guard, TSA and numerous other federal agencies responsible
for critical intelligence, emergency response, and the safety and
security of U.S. citizens at home and abroad. Changes in DHS and
domestic security are presented from pre-September 11, 2001 days,
to include the formation of DHS under President George W. Bush, all
the way through to the current administration. Through this, the
many transformative events are looked at through the lens of DHS's
original establishment, and the frequent changes to the various
agencies, organization, reporting structure, funding, and policies
that have occurred since. This new edition is completely updated
and includes coverage of topics relevant to homeland security
operations not covered in any other text currently available. This
includes highlighting the geopolitical context and the nature of
global terrorism-and their implications-specifically as they relate
to threats to the United States. Partnerships and collaboration
with global allies are highlighted in the context of their
relevance to international trade, domestic policies, training, and
security. The book ends with a look at emerging threats and
potential new, creative solutions-and initiatives in-process within
the government-to respond to and address such threats. Key
Features: Explores the history and formation of the Department of
Homeland Security, recent developments, as well as the role and
core missions of core agencies within DHS Outlines man-made
threats, intelligence challenges, and intra-agency communication,
planning, and operations Looks critically at the role of
geopolitical dynamics, key international allies, and their
influence on domestic policy and decision-making Covers the latest
developments in programs, legislation, and policy relative to all
transportation and border security issues Examines current issues
and emerging global threats associated with extremism and terrorism
Addresses natural and man-made disasters and the emergency
management cycle in preparing for, mitigating against, responding
to, and recovering from such events Introduction to Homeland
Security, Third Edition remains the premier textbook for criminal
justice, homeland security, national security, and intelligence
programs in universities and an ideal reference for professionals
as well as policy and research institutes.
Myriad forms of communication occur within the criminal justice
system as judges and attorneys speak to juries, law enforcement
officers interact with the public, and the news media presents
stories of events in courtrooms. Hindrances abound, however. Law
enforcement officers and justice system personnel often encounter
challenges that affect their ability to communicate with others,
ranging from language barriers, to conflicting accounts of
witnessed events, to errors caused by malfunctioning technology.
Examining the relevancy of the U.S. Constitution to modern
communications, The Foundations of Communication in Criminal
Justice Systems demonstrates how information is conveyed from
multiple perspectives in a range of scenarios, enabling readers to
see how these matters relate to and affect the criminal justice
system. Topics covered include: How to use the communications
process within the justice system from the crafting of messages
through the solicitation of feedback Effective methods for
persuading individuals and audiences Federal regulations in the
workplace and workplace communications tactics How law enforcement
and public safety entities use marketing and advertising to
influence the general public How to use multimedia resources when
communicating Using multiple communications styles to support
effective leadership The book concludes with discussions on
innovations in communication technology, natural language
processing, cybernetics, and other emerging concepts. With an
emphasis on logical reasoning in communication, the book explores
the perspectives of numerous players in the justice system, from
patrol officers to attorneys. Supplemented by examples of written
communication templates that can be adapted within a law
enforcement organization, it provides readers with solid
theoretical and applied approaches to the subject matter.
Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition provides the
latest developments in the policy and operations of domestic
security efforts of the agencies under the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security. This includes the FBI, Secret Service, FEMA, the
Coast Guard, TSA and numerous other federal agencies responsible
for critical intelligence, emergency response, and the safety and
security of U.S. citizens at home and abroad. Changes in DHS and
domestic security are presented from pre-September 11, 2001 days,
to include the formation of DHS under President George W. Bush, all
the way through to the current administration. Through this, the
many transformative events are looked at through the lens of DHS's
original establishment, and the frequent changes to the various
agencies, organization, reporting structure, funding, and policies
that have occurred since. This new edition is completely updated
and includes coverage of topics relevant to homeland security
operations not covered in any other text currently available. This
includes highlighting the geopolitical context and the nature of
global terrorism-and their implications-specifically as they relate
to threats to the United States. Partnerships and collaboration
with global allies are highlighted in the context of their
relevance to international trade, domestic policies, training, and
security. The book ends with a look at emerging threats and
potential new, creative solutions-and initiatives in-process within
the government-to respond to and address such threats. Key
Features: Explores the history and formation of the Department of
Homeland Security, recent developments, as well as the role and
core missions of core agencies within DHS Outlines man-made
threats, intelligence challenges, and intra-agency communication,
planning, and operations Looks critically at the role of
geopolitical dynamics, key international allies, and their
influence on domestic policy and decision-making Covers the latest
developments in programs, legislation, and policy relative to all
transportation and border security issues Examines current issues
and emerging global threats associated with extremism and terrorism
Addresses natural and man-made disasters and the emergency
management cycle in preparing for, mitigating against, responding
to, and recovering from such events Introduction to Homeland
Security, Third Edition remains the premier textbook for criminal
justice, homeland security, national security, and intelligence
programs in universities and an ideal reference for professionals
as well as policy and research institutes.
This book represents the manifestation of a new presentation of old
perspectives within the discipline of criminal justice. It contains
practical considerations of rendering such decisions, it is
expected to be an appropriate reference among practitioner
personnel.
Traditionally, the study of financial decision making in law
enforcement and criminal justice entities has been approached from
the perspective of tax revenues and budgeting that focus only on
the past and present. Capital investments of cash flow provide
future benefits to all organizations, and among courses in business
administration, these notions of long-term financial management are
critical to a sound understanding of organizational finance.
Strategic Finance for Criminal Justice Organizations examines
capital budgeting techniques from a quantitative perspective that
targets the strategic future of revenues within the criminal
justice and law enforcement sectors. Explaining capital budgeting
concepts through the use of practical examples, this volume
discusses: Economics and the use of money as a tool to facilitate
the exchange of goods and services Human decision making,
impediments to rendering objective decisions, and methods for
improving decision objectivity The consequences of making capital
budgeting decisions, the concept of risk, and the time value of
money The rendering of decisions using the payback time method and
the mathematical formula necessary to use it The concept of
discounting and decision rules for net present value How to make an
internal rate of return financial decision The mathematical formula
for the profitability ratio/index method and using it to make
financial decisions In all organizations, it is essential that
financial decisions are made through informed insight considering
all relevant factors. This volume contributes to improvements of
the skills that are required to robustly render beneficial,
long-term strategic decisions within the law enforcement and
criminal justice environment.
This book represents the manifestation of a new presentation of old
perspectives within the discipline of criminal justice. It contains
practical considerations of rendering such decisions, it is
expected to be an appropriate reference among practitioner
personnel.
Traditionally, the study of financial decision making in law
enforcement and criminal justice entities has been approached from
the perspective of tax revenues and budgeting that focus only on
the past and present. Capital investments of cash flow provide
future benefits to all organizations, and among courses in business
administration, these notions of long-term financial management are
critical to a sound understanding of organizational finance.
Strategic Finance for Criminal Justice Organizations examines
capital budgeting techniques from a quantitative perspective that
targets the strategic future of revenues within the criminal
justice and law enforcement sectors. Explaining capital budgeting
concepts through the use of practical examples, this volume
discusses: Economics and the use of money as a tool to facilitate
the exchange of goods and services Human decision making,
impediments to rendering objective decisions, and methods for
improving decision objectivity The consequences of making capital
budgeting decisions, the concept of risk, and the time value of
money The rendering of decisions using the payback time method and
the mathematical formula necessary to use it The concept of
discounting and decision rules for net present value How to make an
internal rate of return financial decision The mathematical formula
for the profitability ratio/index method and using it to make
financial decisions In all organizations, it is essential that
financial decisions are made through informed insight considering
all relevant factors. This volume contributes to improvements of
the skills that are required to robustly render beneficial,
long-term strategic decisions within the law enforcement and
criminal justice environment.
Modern perspectives of law enforcement are both complex and
diverse. They integrate management and statistical analysis
functions, public and business administration functions, and
applications of psychology, natural science, physical fitness, and
marksmanship. They also assimilate theories of education,
organizational behavior, economics, law and public policy, and many
others. Modern law enforcement is a blend of both theoretical
knowledge and applied practice that continuously changes through
time. With contributions by nine authors offering a diverse
presentation, Introduction to Law Enforcement goes beyond the
linear perspective found in most law enforcement texts and offers
multiple perspectives and discussions regarding both private and
public entities. Through this approach, readers gain an
understanding of several dimensions of the subject matter. Topics
discussed include: Contemporary crime trends Policing ethics Law
enforcement history The functions of modern law enforcement
agencies Homeland security Public service Human resources The path
of a case from arrest through incarceration and post-release Local,
state, regional, federal, and tribal law enforcement agencies
Private enforcement organizations Adaptable across a wide range of
learning environments, the book uses a convenient format organized
by agency type. Pedagogical features include learning objectives,
case studies, and discussion questions to facilitate reader
assimilation of the material. Comprehensive in scope, the text
presents a robust consideration of the law enforcement domain.
From small law offices to federal agencies, all entities within the
justice system are governed by complicated economic factors and
face daily financial decision-making. A complement to Strategic
Finance for Criminal Justice Organizations, this volume considers
the justice system from a variety of economic and financial
perspectives and introduces quantitative methods designed to
improve the efficiency and effectiveness of organizations in both
the non-profit and for-profit sectors. Using only a minimum of
theory, Economic and Financial Analysis for Criminal Justice
Organizations demonstrates how to make decisions in the justice
system using multiple financial and economic models. Designed for
readers with little knowledge of advanced mathematics, quantitative
analysis, or spreadsheets, the book presents examples using
straightforward, step-by-step processes with Excel and Linux Calc
spreadsheet software. A variety of different types of decisions are
considered, ranging from municipal bond issuance and valuation
necessary for public revenues, pension planning, capital
investment, determining the best use of monies toward construction
projects, and other resource planning, allocation, and forecasting
issues. From municipalities and police departments to for-profit
prisons and security firms, the quantitative methods presented are
designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all
organizations in the justice domain.
Myriad forms of communication occur within the criminal justice
system as judges and attorneys speak to juries, law enforcement
officers interact with the public, and the news media presents
stories of events in courtrooms. Hindrances abound, however. Law
enforcement officers and justice system personnel often encounter
challenges that affect their ability to communicate with others,
ranging from language barriers, to conflicting accounts of
witnessed events, to errors caused by malfunctioning technology.
Examining the relevancy of the U.S. Constitution to modern
communications, The Foundations of Communication in Criminal
Justice Systems demonstrates how information is conveyed from
multiple perspectives in a range of scenarios, enabling readers to
see how these matters relate to and affect the criminal justice
system. Topics covered include: How to use the communications
process within the justice system from the crafting of messages
through the solicitation of feedback Effective methods for
persuading individuals and audiences Federal regulations in the
workplace and workplace communications tactics How law enforcement
and public safety entities use marketing and advertising to
influence the general public How to use multimedia resources when
communicating Using multiple communications styles to support
effective leadership The book concludes with discussions on
innovations in communication technology, natural language
processing, cybernetics, and other emerging concepts. With an
emphasis on logical reasoning in communication, the book explores
the perspectives of numerous players in the justice system, from
patrol officers to attorneys. Supplemented by examples of written
communication templates that can be adapted within a law
enforcement organization, it provides readers with solid
theoretical and applied approaches to the subject matter.
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