FLP 570 The Intelligence Community: Theory, Process, and Challenges

Provides a comprehensive overview of the U.S intelligence community (IC) and its vital role in the formulation of U.S. foreign and national security policy. This course will explore how information is collected and transformed from raw intelligence to a finished analytical product used to inform policy maker decisions. The IC's response to terrorism, the use of covert action as a tool of U.S. foreign policy, and the ethical dilemmas that arise in the conduct of intelligence operations will also be examined. A minimum grade of B is required to advance in the intelligence studies specialization. (3)