Intelligence Analysis

Catalog description

This 3-hour course introduces students to the tradecraft of intelligence analysis, including the basics of critical thinking, recognizing and avoiding cognitive biases, and using structured analytic techniques, such as analysis of competing hypotheses. Students will also gain experience writing analytical products that highlight specific threats to national security operations, including political-military, terrorism, medical, criminal, and counterintelligence. Additionally, students will gain knowledge of the role analysis has played in prior intelligence failures. Prerequisite(s): SECR 6411 >= C Lecture Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Schedule Type (Additional): Asynchronous Instruction Click here for the Schedule of Classes.