FLP 571 Intelligence Analysis I

This course introduces students to the basic skill sets that would enable them to work as entry-level analysts in the intelligence community (IC). Students will acquire a detailed understanding of the critical-thinking process that is essential to creating intelligence products based on sound analytic reasoning and will become aware of psychological factors that influence analyses, including the types of biases that may unconsciously distort analyses and degrade analytic judgments. Students will also acquire an arsenal of structured analytic techniques (SATs) that will be applied to generate assessments and analyses in accordance with IC standards. A minimum grade of B is required to advance in the intelligence studies concentration. Prerequisite: FLP 570. (3)