I have always been very passionate about criminal justice and crime prevention. I believe that criminal justice and prevention is a vital and relevant subject due to the increase in issues occurring in today’s society. Having grown up in an area where the crime rate is high, it has made me want to become part of the people who help prevent crimes. Topics that mainly captivate me include: concepts behind an act of crime, gender and crime and also forensic investigations. I am really interested to know what leads people to commit crimes and what can be done to prevent these actions. This course will open up many opportunities for me to work with and help offenders.
I have had the opportunity to volunteer in a variety of different places including …show more content…
In projects, where I had to work with a group of people to plan a recruitment campaign for a theme park I was able to develop my skills as to working collaboratively in order to make sure that all documentation was created and meet our deadline. In addition, I created a promotion campaign for a small local business, and in order to ensure that I met the needs of the businesses customers I had to engage critically with research from a range of sources. I also developed my analytical skills, ensuring that I made judgements that were sensible with the information that I was given. I conducted a primary research to find out customers preferences, and to identify characteristics on businesses behaviour and attitudes in order to develop a marketing strategy for a small local business. In the end, I was then able assess my possible recommendations, interpret this to make a fair judgement and form my arguments.
The diploma in financial studies has helped me gain valuable experience in assessing the financial needs of an individual and providing appropriate advice on what their options are to meet those needs. In one particular project, I had to provide assistance such as essential guidance and support to what they should consider, to an individual who was experiencing financial difficulties. These projects, have provided me with the relevant skills necessary to study criminology. I believe
I have had the opportunity to volunteer in a variety of different places including …show more content…
In projects, where I had to work with a group of people to plan a recruitment campaign for a theme park I was able to develop my skills as to working collaboratively in order to make sure that all documentation was created and meet our deadline. In addition, I created a promotion campaign for a small local business, and in order to ensure that I met the needs of the businesses customers I had to engage critically with research from a range of sources. I also developed my analytical skills, ensuring that I made judgements that were sensible with the information that I was given. I conducted a primary research to find out customers preferences, and to identify characteristics on businesses behaviour and attitudes in order to develop a marketing strategy for a small local business. In the end, I was then able assess my possible recommendations, interpret this to make a fair judgement and form my arguments.
The diploma in financial studies has helped me gain valuable experience in assessing the financial needs of an individual and providing appropriate advice on what their options are to meet those needs. In one particular project, I had to provide assistance such as essential guidance and support to what they should consider, to an individual who was experiencing financial difficulties. These projects, have provided me with the relevant skills necessary to study criminology. I believe