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GCI-1 |
Intelligence Analysis & Problem-solving Techniques
I
This unit looks at the interaction between logical thought and
analysis, taking into consideration the various factors, deductions
and decisions that may be systematically reached in order to
arrive at a planned approach to dealing with intelligence problems.
In addition, students examine the basic principles of intelligence
analysis and the use of data clarification and visualization
skills using various charting and link analysis tools. |
GCI-2 |
Intelligence Analysis & Problem-solving Techniques
II
In this unit the student looks at uses of various intelligence
analysis techniques and their use in dealing with tactical, operational
and strategic issues. This unit will introduce the student to
more analytical techniques and problem-solving skills in a wide
range of differing practical scenarios. |
GCI-3 |
Research Methodology and Thinking Processes
In this unit, students are encouraged to consider subjectivity,
objectivity and bias values as they relate to the thinking process.
Students also examine the concepts of lateral and creative thinking
and the conditioning process instilled by society on these processes.
In line with the forward thinking focus of the course, this unit
will also look at the role of information technology in the thinking
process. |
GCI-4 |
Ethics, Culture and Intelligence
This unit enables students to explore the relationships between
society, culture, organisations and the forces for social change.
These issues are important since they have direct links to problems
facing governments and the community and to the changing nature
of how such problems are perceived. In particular, this unit
examines the manner in which culture operates and how it impacts
upon current social debates, its role within the spheres of politics,
economics and legislation, and the way in which this in turn
gives rise to questions about personal, social and organisational
ethics. |
GCS-1 |
Planning and Conducting Major Strategic Intelligence
Projects
This unit introduces students to the concepts of strategic intelligence
and provides insight into the differentiation between strategic
tasks and those at tactical and operational level. Students will
learn and practise the planning processes relevant to strategic
studies, developing complex terms of reference, strategic indicators
and data collection plans. |
GCS-2 |
Advanced Intelligence Analysis Techniques for
Strategic and Major Operational Studies
This unit introduces students to a variety of analytical approaches
and techniques used in strategic intelligence research. These
include: brainstorming to generate options; critical
path analysis to evaluate and plan courses of action and
identify vulnerability points; decision-tree analysis; argument
mapping; statistical trends analysis; force field analysis
to consider the strength of options for change; SWOT analysis
of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities; using Mind-Maps to develop
concepts, structural or activity outlines, and scenarios. |
GCS-3 |
Managing and Directing Intelligence Functions
This course unit is entirely management focused and examines
the role of the intelligence manager and its challenges to operate
effectively at all levels. The unit covers a range of issues
such as selection of appropriate management style; managing responsibilities
upwards, laterally and downwards; development and implementation
of performance measurement and quality assurance approaches;
critical development of selection criteria for analysts; and
managing the interaction between intelligence and operational
units. |
GCS-4 |
Strategic Intelligence Applications at National
and Global Levels
Use of strategic intelligence approaches and techniques in a
variety of custom-designed event scenarios. Students will be
required to plan their projects and develop sources of data beyond
those provided within the course material. In addition, each
student will be required to write a strategic report plus prepare
an outline presentation for briefing purposes. A range of topics
will be available to suit the individual student’s (or
sponsoring agency’s) focus and interests. |
GD-1 |
Dissertation for Graduate Diploma in Intelligence
Practice & Management
The dissertation is to be set on a topic related to intelligence
in any application setting. The student should propose a research
topic that focuses on intelligence processes, theory or applications
and draws on, or has relevance to, the course topics covered
in the curriculum of either, or both, Graduate Certificate streams
covered in the study programs. The dissertation is to be written
with an intended goal of 8,000 words. Guidelines for the writing
will be issued prior to commencement of the dissertation by the
student.
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