White Collar and Corporate Crime

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course is a comprehensive examination of the prevalence and impact of crime committed by those working in the "suites" as opposed to the "streets". Expanding upon the concept of "white collar crime", the course focuses on an investigation of both "occupational" and "organizational/corporate" criminality. As part of that investigation, the course analyzes the "socially injurious acts" of corporations and formal organizations (including governments) against their employees, consumers, the public, and the environment. The course also looks at the deviant and illegal acts of individuals Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and SOC-3213. Requisite Courses: SOC-1100 or SOC-1101 [prerequisite(s)].