Intelligence Studies is an academic field devoted to developing analytical, communication, written, computer, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. Students will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge from intelligence community experts to become highly skilled and sought after in the intelligence fields, both with government agencies and private industry.

This 12-credit certificate focuses on the missions, methods, and organizational arrangements of intelligence in general, and US intelligence in particular. It focuses on the three significant elements of intelligence – collection, analysis, and counterintelligence – and their applications in the real world. Additionally, courses will explore the relationship between intelligence and national security, the use of intelligence in policymaking and implementation, and privacy rights.

All courses may be applied toward the Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security Studies.

Course List

Course ID	Title	Credits
ESSC 6006	Intelligence Analysis and Critical Thinking	3
ESSC 7002	Intelligence Research, Methods and Analysis	3
ESSC 7003	Human Intelligence and Counter Intelligence	3
ESSC 7013	Information Operations and Open Source Intelligence	3
Total Credit Hours		12

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For more information, contact the School of Professional Advancement.