Northwestern- School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC)

The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) is the most academically rigorous program available for experienced mid- and upper-level supervisory personnel. Through an innovative combination of academic principles blended with practical applications, our intensive curriculum focuses on areas critical to successful senior law enforcement leadership and management. In addition to lectures, our curriculum is designed for practical application of academic principles plus course activities that encourage class members to learn from one another’s experiences.

For more than 40 years, law enforcement organizations throughout the U.S. and around the world have recognized the significant impact that the School of Police Staff & Command (SPSC) makes on their agencies. The program’s unmatched academic curriculum focuses on the management topics required for successful leadership in today’s environment and is the only program of its kind available through a Top 10-ranked national university. Students who complete SPSC are better prepared to: • Think globally rather than remain task-oriented; • Deliver services effectively and efficiently; • Analyze the environment; • Mitigate legal exposure; and, • Develop systems of accountability.

Adjunct instructors, all experts in their fields, enhance the learning experience with an innovative mix of academic principles and practical applications. Instruction blends concepts and strategies with the practical how-to’s of implementing those lessons. Our proven track record includes graduates who can lead in situations where the problems are real and agency outcomes are critical.