ORG 475 Special Topics: Violence in The Workplace

The purpose of this course is to examine the issue of violence from a theoretical and historical perspective. In this course, we will examine the factors that contribute to interpersonal violence and identify populations and settings with potential for risk. Emphasis will be given to the violence continuum, prevention, intervention and resolution for all workplace environments. Students will gain a better understanding of workplace violence through presentations and discussions of case studies and research papers devoted to the theme of the course.