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INSA 308 Intelligence Analytics

This course develops and enhances critical analytical skills necessary for practical intelligence work, focusing on cultivating students' abilities in critical thinking, structured analytic techniques, and unbiased information assessment. Students will learn to identify and challenge biases and logical fallacies in information sources while mastering the application of analytical frameworks to solve complex intelligence problems. The course emphasizes the importance of clear and concise writing, effective oral communication, and delivering persuasive briefings. Through practical exercises and real-world simulations, students will develop the skills needed to analyze intelligence data critically, communicate findings effectively, and navigate the ethical and legal dimensions of intelligence analysis.
2 Undergraduate credits

Effective January 10, 2025 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Analyze complex intelligence problems by applying structured analytic techniques to evaluate diverse information sources.
  • Evaluate the reliability, credibility, and validity of intelligence data and information sources.
  • Critique and challenge cognitive biases and logical fallacies present in intelligence analysis.
  • Synthesize findings from various intelligence disciplines into actionable and coherent conclusions.
  • Formulate clear, concise, and persuasive intelligence reports and briefings tailored to decision-makers.
  • Assess ethical and legal implications in the application of intellige