POL 546 Intelligence & National Security

This course provides an overview of the roles and functions of the U.S. Intelligence Community. It is intended for non-intelligence specialists to make them aware of national intelligence organizations and their capabilities in acquiring necessary intelligence support for policy makers and military commanders. The history, organization and functions of the various elements of the national intelligence community are studied. Students will be introduced to the intelligence cycle and the roles of various intelligence organizations in the collection, analysis, production, and dissemination of intelligence to national foreign policy and defense policy decision makers.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Junior or higher class standing