LSC 324 Actionable Intelligence
Thoughtful analysis of data and information is critical for decision making in many areas of society. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to research diverse information sources, assess quality and authenticity of information, and apply intelligence analysis techniques to deliver actionable intelligence for targeted user communities. It is structured around intelligence community models and practice and emphasizes data and information from a broad range of both traditional resources and evolving digital resources. Topics covered include: the intelligence analysis process (Planning/Direction, Collection, Processing, Analysis and Production, Dissemination), the "all-source collection" concept, evaluating and maintaining information quality, synthesis and analysis of data and information, decision processes, techniques and methods for intelligence analysis, and skills for effective delivery and presentation of research results, including development of briefings. Readings and examples used in class and for assignments are from a variety of contexts, ranging from national security and law enforcement to medicine and business.
Cross Listed Courses
LSC 324 & LSC 524