Option 2: Decision Making

In response to the national trend of requiring college degrees for supervisory or managerial positions in police departments, you, as the newly appointed police chief, have decided to implement this change in your agency. However, several considerations must be addressed before fully implementing this policy. In your presentation, discuss the following aspects:

1. What timeline would you propose for implementing the requirement of a college degree for promotion?
2. Would you establish different educational requirements for various ranks, such as sergeant, lieutenant, captain, and major?
3. How will you manage officers' course loads to balance their academic pursuits with their work responsibilities?
4. Will your agency offer tuition reimbursement, and if so, what terms and conditions will apply?
5. How will you accommodate officers' academic schedules, especially if they choose on-campus classes?
6. Will officers be restricted to specific academic disciplines for their degree, or will they have flexibility in their choice of majors?
7. Who will be involved in the decision-making process, and how will you ensure transparency and inclusivity?