Intelligence Studies
Intel education on the cutting edge.
ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç has pioneered intelligence education since launching the nation’s first Intelligence Studies program in 1992. Today, our program is the largest and among the most prestigious. We graduate in-demand, entry-level analysts who are skilled in preparing assessments based on the collection, correlation and analysis of intelligence data for employers both in government and private sectors, especially those in business, law enforcement, national security and the military.
This unique and academically challenging multidisciplinary program combines a liberal arts core with a foreign language or computer requirement, as well as national and international studies, an internship experience, and intelligence courses. As the worldwide demand for skilled analysts continues to grow — the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that jobs for analysts will grow by as much as 19 percent in the next decade — you’ll stand out with a degree from our internationally recognized intelligence program.
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Fast Facts
- Annually, more than 200 Intelligence Studies students receive contracts to conduct work for U.S. intelligence agencies and private companies.
- The newly created Anti-Money Laundering Minor provides students with the theoretical foundations and the practical skills of detecting, preventing, investigating, and reporting money laundering and terrorist financing activities.
- With support from the Center for Intelligence, Research, Analysis, and Training (CIRAT) and Innovation Entente Lab Beehive, 100% of our Intelligence Studies students who seek an internship are successfully placed in one.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the theory and history of the intelligence discipline
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills
- Analyze collected data/information using a variety of analytic techniques and methodologies
- Produce analytic products in written or visual and/or multimedia formats
- Execute extensive open-source research and collection management
- Implement and manage intelligence processes and practices
Find a Career in Intelligence Studies
Center for Intelligence, Research, Analysis, and Training (CIRAT)
Our CIRAT program works to hone and professionalize the skills of students in Intelligence Studies and Computer Information Science programs. As a nonprofit arm of ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç University, CIRAT develops opportunities with business and government entities through contracts, grants, and academic partnerships. Students of all academic levels can participate in CIRAT to apply their skills in a variety of collaborative intelligence and data-driven projects. By participating in CIRAT, ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç students gain a competitive edge; upon graduation, they already have applicable, hands-on experience working with national security organizations, U.S. government agencies, private sector businesses, and more.
Established in 1986, today the Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) organization has over 50 chapters around the world, with individual members in more than 50 nations. SCIP is a global nonprofit membership organization for everyone involved in creating and managing business knowledge. Their mission is to enhance the skills of knowledge professionals in order to help their members' companies achieve and maintain a competitive advantage. Specifically, SCIP provides education and networking opportunities for business professionals working in the rapidly growing field of competitive intelligence (the legal and ethical collection and analysis of information regarding the capabilities, vulnerabilities, and intentions of business competitors). Many SCIP members have backgrounds in market research, strategic analysis, or science and technology.
The ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç chapter became the first SCIP student chapter in the world in 1997. Since then they've provided numerous speakers to their members and sent dozens of students to annual conferences.
The Law Enforcement Intelligence Club was the earliest student club to exist within the Intelligence Studies programs at ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç University. ÌýBuilding on its long tradition, the club regularly meets for special events, speakers, and seminars on the field. Ìý
Cyber Threat Research Analysis Club (CTRAC) was founded in early 2012 by a small group of students which recognized the growing demand for analysts in cyber practices. With an objective of assisting students in getting internships and jobs, CTRAC provides its members with the knowledge, skills, and tools sought by employers in the public and private sector. Members participate in analysis projects for businesses and organizations, contributions to Cyberpedia, club-led discussions, and hear from guest speakers from around the country.
The National Security Club (NSC) is an umbrella organization that brings together several national security related organizations/associations on the ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç campus. The NSC will promote the development of its members through organized events and functions that will educate and inform about national security issues.
The purpose of Anti-Money Laundering Club shall be to raise awareness in the ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç community about money laundering and its social and economic impact, as well as to generate interest in the national and global efforts to combat this crime. The club aims to introduce students to potential career opportunities in the field of Anti-Money Laundering through the conduction of research, the competition of products, and the participation in various networking opportunities.
Alumni Employment
Read on for a list of agencies and organizations that employ ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç Intelligence Studies alumni. With over 1,200 alumni around the world, this list is not exhaustive.
National and International Government Agencies and Organizations | ||
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Central Intelligence Agency | Federal Bureau of Investigation | Bureau of Customs & Border Protection |
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms | Central FL High Intensity Drug Trafficking | Defense Intelligence Agency |
Department of Defense | Department of Homeland Security | FINCEN |
Holland Criminal Investigation | INTERPOL | National Air & Space Intelligence Center |
National Crime Intelligence Service, Sweden | National Security Agency | Office of Naval Intelligence |
US Army, Military Intelligence | US Secret Service | Washington Baltimore HIDTA |
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Corporations and Organizations | ||
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Accenture | Meritor, Inc.Ìý | BAE Systems |
Bank of America | Booz Allen Hamilton | Cannadian Association for Security & Intelligence Studies |
Center for Strategic and International Studies | Chautauqua Foundation | Deloitte & Touche LLP |
Discovery Resources, Inc. | Eastman Kodak Co. | Exxon Mobil |
Key Bank | International Property Services | Investment Data Corporation |
JP Morgan Chase | Low & Associates | McManis & Monsalve Associates |
Murphy Magonahe | Northrup Grumman | Philip-Morris |
Procative Worldwide | Procter & Gamble | SRA International, Inc. |
Sterling | Target Corp. | Wells Fargo |
Professional Associations | |
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Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals | International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts |
Association of Former Intelligence Officers | International Association for Intelligence Education |
International Association of Crime Analysts | Naval Intelligence Professionals |
Society fo Former Special Agents of the FBI | Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit |
International Association of Counterterrorism and Security Professionals | National Military Intelligence Association |
- Aid, Intervention, and Terror: The Impact of Foreign Aid and Foreign Military Intervention on Terror Events and Severity | Feb 11, 2019
Written By: Orlandrew E. Danzell - | May 17, 2012
Written By: Kevin Flanagan, JoEllen Marsh, Kathleen Moore, Emily Walker, Kristan Wheaton, and Stephanie Williams, and JoEllen Marsh, Editors - The Analyst's Cookbook | Jan 30, 2006
Written By: Kristan Wheaton, a 164-page compilation of 16 analytic methods applicable to a variety of intelligence analysis taskings. - Structured Analysis of Competing Hypotheses | Jun 09, 2006 (Currently out of print)
Description: Analytic Methodologies Project 2006, an 80-page booklet explaining an analytic method developed at the MCIIS from the original Analysis of Competing Hypotheses originally developed by Richards Heuer. - The Analyst's Style Manual | Jan 01, 2008
Description: MCIIS, a 60-page manual to guide intelligence analysts in dealing with basic grammar, spelling and abbreviation rules, as well as basic writing principles. - Walking Through the Halls of Intelligence: A Second Look at Recent Graduate Research | Feb 01, 2009
Description: ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç University Intelligence Communications Class 2007-2008, a look at a dozen research theses authored by ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç College Intelligence Studies master’s degree candidates since 2006.
The Ridge College of Intelligence Studies and Applied Sciences at ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç began its own publication arm in 2005 as the Institute began to develop its own intelligence publications.
The ÀÏ˾»ú¸£ÀûÉç Institute for Intelligence Studies Press since then has developed several publications now available for purchase and is in the process of developing several more. Faculty and students from the Institute have collaborated to develop these specialized publications which will be useful to intelligence students, educators, and professionals.
The Tom Ridge College of Intelligence Studies and Applied Sciences recommends the following intelligence-related blogs:
Dr. Fred Hoffman
Chair, Intelligence Studies
Office: CAE 307
Meet the Faculty
Intelligence Studies
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Maria Garase
Interim Dean, The School of Intelligence, Computing, and Global Politics; Dean, The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences; Associate Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice