PAD 5970 - Introduction to Intelligence Practice and Research

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

This course offers a broad survey of the practice and study of intelligence. It examines the roles and functions of intelligence agencies in support of decisions and policymakers. This includes an introduction to the “intelligence cycle,” covert action, and counterintelligence. Federal, as well as state and local intelligence dynamics, will be examined across a range of issue and policy areas, with a focus on emerging challenges and technologies. Navigating the relationships between intelligence producers and consumers is a central topic, including intelligence oversight and politicization. The course will also look at intelligence liaison, comparative intelligence systems (including in the private sector), and critical approaches to the study of intelligence. Prer., Graduate and nondegree graduate students only. Meets with CJ 5970.