Crime Analytics

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Crime analytics is a part of the new wave of intelligence-led policing being adopted by financial institutions, intelligence agencies, and private security firms across Canada. In this certificate, which can be completed in a year, you’ll gain experience in using crime analysis tools for tactical, strategic, and administrative decision-making in law enforcement.

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Industry and Careers
This certificate can lead to career paths in various roles. Here are some examples:

Crime analyst in national security and law enforcement agencies at municipal, provincial, and federal levels
Crime analyst for private consulting firms and financial institutions

Note: In law enforcement or security agencies, crime analytics are usually carried out by the civilian workforce rather than uniformed or sworn law enforcement personnel.

Who Should Take This Certificate?

Individuals who have an interest or previous background in criminology, urban planning, geography, sociology, or psychology
Young professionals who are looking for a more data-driven job but who need to strengthen their skills in computer science

What Will You Learn?

After completing this certificate, you will be able to do the following:

Apply your extensive practical experience in GIS mapping, data analysis, and decision support
Understand criminal justice, policing, and criminal behaviour
Understand the role of crime analysts in evidence-based policing, and the uses and misuses of data analysis