The selection of police in Europe in consideration of organizational and training attributes: the case study of the Czech Republic and Malta

Abstract

This case study is about the eligibility criteria, the organizational and the educational attributes Police of the Czech Republic and the Police of Malta. Previously, it was assumed that despite the differences between the Hungarian and Czech police the eligibility criteria were actually the same, while the criteria would change (in a regulated way) during significant recruitment campaigns. The methodology of the topic was analysis of the relevant specialized literature and completion of interviews in English language. By describing the listed characteristics, the case study analyzes the main statements of the hypothesis and makes a comparison between the specific attributes of the entry requirement of the two systems. The research showed that the constructing philosophies of the eligibility criteria of both countries are basically the same, in addition to the high demand of workforce had an impact on the idea of reforming the actual system.